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Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Computing Science course at Coventry University.
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UCAS Tariff
80
80 UCAS tariff points. Minimum 5 GCSEs graded 9-4 / A* - C including Maths and English. Minimum two A2 levels or BTEC equivalent qualification.
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year |
| Wales | £9,535 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: I103
Here's what Coventry University says about its Computing Science course.
You can choose to study this course in London or Scarborough.
Computing science is the study of the theory, experimentation, and engineering used in the design and use of computers. The rapid adoption of digital technology has increased the demand for highly skilled professionals with a thorough understanding of key computing technologies, combined with the practical skills to solve software issues.
This course will introduce you to the core fundamentals that underpin computing science. You will explore the importance of IT security, and the risks posed to computer systems globally. You will also begin building your knowledge and understanding of computer hardware and web development, covering programming concepts with a deeper investigation of algorithms and the importance of data security in today’s world.
The varied computing science industry means that upon graduation, you could expand into several specialist areas. Possible career paths include mobile and software application development, video game designing, database administration, web development, network and computer systems administration and IT security.
This Higher National Diploma (HND) follows the curriculum for Years 1 and 2 of the Computing Science BSc (Hons) degree course.
For the most up-to-date information about course content or our additional academic support, please visit our website.
Course details
There are a few options in how you might study Computing Science at Coventry University.
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12 course options available.
Qualification
Higher National Diploma - HND
Department
CU Group
Location
CU Scarborough | Scarborough
Duration
2 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Computer science
Start date
September 2025
Application deadline
January 29, 2025
The modules you will study
Year 1: Networking Operating Systems Information Security Problem Solving and Programming
Year 2: Computer Hardware Human Computer Interaction and Web Development Algorithms and Data Structures Communications
Coventry University reviews
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3rd year
literally the biggest waste of time and money. all the good courses are full so good luck getting a place, all the arts courses are extremely underfunded and extremely politically charged. I've met multiple young people like me who have multiple jobs. wasted 36k, just get an apprenticeship
8 months ago
5th or higher year student
The student union is active but they are not very accommodating
1 year ago
5th or higher year student
The campus life is amazing . There are alot of events and activities that can be done.
1 year ago
5th or higher year student
The cost of living is not that high as most of this area is filled with students but the university fee is high
1 year ago
5th or higher year student
I recieved a lot of help from my lectures in the beginning and till now as they try to accommodate you as best as they can.
1 year ago
5th or higher year student
The facilities are amazing. The classes are well equipped and the library and hub is amazing.
1 year ago
National Student Survey (NSS) scores
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Coventry University students who took the Computing Science course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
83%
med
Teaching on my course
83%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
85%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
87%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
79%
high
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
83%
med
Learning opportunities
81%
med
Learning opportunities
81%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
81%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
83%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
84%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
79%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
81%
high
Assessment and feedback
78%
med
Assessment and feedback
78%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
87%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
85%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
69%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
69%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
79%
med
Academic support
78%
low
Academic support
78%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
74%
low
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
84%
med
Organisation and management
70%
med
Organisation and management
70%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
76%
med
How well organised is your course?
65%
med
Learning resources
88%
med
Learning resources
88%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
91%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
91%
high
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
85%
med
Student voice
73%
med
Student voice
73%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
66%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
77%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
77%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
75%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
90%
high
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
82%
med
Student information
See who's studying at Coventry University. These students are taking Computing Science or another course from the same subject area.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Mathematics | C | |||||
| Computer Science | C | |||||
| Physics | D | |||||
| Chemistry | C | |||||
| Business Studies | C | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
We have no information about graduates who took Computing Science at Coventry University.
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Coventry University graduates who took Computing Science - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£24.8k
First year after graduation
£31.4k
Third year after graduation
£31.4k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Computing Science.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
Discussions
Discussions
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We are a forward-looking, modern university with a proud tradition as a provider of high-quality education and a focus on applied research.
Our students benefit from state-of-the-art equipment and facilities in all academic disciplines including health, design and engineering laboratories, performing arts studios and computing centres. We have been chosen to host three national Centres of Excellence in Teaching and Learning which has enabled us to invest substantial sums of money in health, design and mathematics.
Our city-centre campus is continually developing and evolving, and we have plans for further investment in it over the next few years. We are a major presence in Coventry, which contributes to the city's friendly and vibrant atmosphere and also enables us to foster successful business partnerships.
Through our links with leading-edge businesses and organisations in the public and voluntary sectors, our students are able to access project and placement opportunities that enhance their employability on graduation.
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