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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Interactive Computing

Ulster University

(4.3)
70 reviews

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Interactive Computing course at Ulster University.

Select a qualification to see required grades

A level

B,B,C

All subject areas considered. Desirable Subject Offer For those applicants offering desirable subjects at A level (Mathematics/Further Mathematics/Physics/Chemistry/Software Systems Development/Computing/Computer Science (not IT/ICT)) one grade reduction will be applied at the time of offer. The desirable subject must be achieved at a minimum grade B.

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: G450

Here's what Ulster University says about its Interactive Computing course.

The BSc Hons Interactive Computing course will provide you with a strong underpinning knowledge in programming, with an emphasis on the design and development of highly interactive computing systems, using advanced technologies to enhance the user experience.

You will learn skills that enable you to design, produce and maintain complex interactive systems in a range of commercial, creative, social and educational context.

During the course, you will develop a high level of practical, conceptual and aesthetic skills as well as the critical means to integrate them to solve real-world problems.

You will explore areas such as programming in Python and JavaScript, Database Design and Development, Professional Skills, Web Development, UX Engineering and Interactive Media & Platrforms. You will also be able to select modules which align with state-of-the-art research such as Visual Analytics, Natural and Intelligent User Interfaces and Interactive Computer Graphics.

Given the variety of applications of computing with a focus on user interaction and experience, there are jobs available in numerous fields for example software development, UX/UI design, software testing and web design and development.

Source: Ulster University

Course details

Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Department

Belfast Campus

Location

Belfast | Belfast

Duration

4 Years

Study mode

Sandwich

Subjects

• Multimedia computing science

Start date

21 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,250 per year
Scotland£9,250 per year
Wales£9,250 per year
Northern Ireland£4,750 per year
Republic of Ireland£4,750 per year
EU£17,010 per year
International£17,010 per year

Ulster University student reviews

(4.3)
Based on 70 reviews from Ulster University's students and alumni
5 star
59%
4 star
21%
3 star
13%
2 star
6%
1 star
1%
All reviews

Showing 68 reviews

Foundation year student

1 year ago

Iu2019ve really enjoyed my course as it gave me the ability to complete works In a range of different art/ design based subjects. It helped me experience different courses I never wouldu2019ve thought of doing. My tutors are all lovely and very supportive. Theyu2019ve made the course more enjoyable.

(5)
Overall

5th or higher year student

2 years ago

There are many clubs and societies offered for everyone at ulster university.

(5)
Student Union

5th or higher year student

2 years ago

Campus life is great, everyone seems happy and comfortable in the environment. The uni is situated in a beautiful place and it has massive grounds to walk and a river nearby. The local town is great with great facilities for all.

(5)
University life

5th or higher year student

2 years ago

At the moment I am travelling to uni which is proving quite expensive especially with the cost of fuel recently.

(2)
Finance

5th or higher year student

2 years ago

Academic support and welfare services are both excellent and there anytime when you need them.

(5)
Support

5th or higher year student

2 years ago

The library is great and opened for all 24/7

(5)
Facilities

National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Ulster University

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 Ulster University students who took the Interactive Computing course - or another course in the same subject area.

Computer science

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

80%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

88%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

64%

low

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

74%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

76%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

84%

med

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

83%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

78%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

76%

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?

74%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

83%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

74%

med

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

86%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

91%

high

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

83%

med

How well organised is your course?

73%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

89%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

79%

low

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

92%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

68%

med

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

82%

med

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

79%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

80%

high

Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course.

73%

med

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

85%

med

Student information

See who's studying at Ulster University. These students are taking Interactive Computing or another course from the same subject area.

Multimedia computing science
Mode of study
Full-time100%
Gender ratio
Female53%Male45%Other2%
Where students come from
International7%UK93%
Student performance
2:1 or above86%
Number of students205
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
Art and DesignB
Media StudiesB
English LiteratureB
Health and Social CareB
BiologyB
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

The Interactive Computing course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about Ulster University graduates across each of those subject areas.

Computing
Computer science

Graduate statistics

85%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

90%

In work, study or other activity

85%

Say it fits with future plans

50%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

6%

Web and Multimedia Design Professionals

5%

Business, Research and Administrative Professionals

5%

Caring personal services

5%

Engineering professionals

Graduate statistics

78%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

91%

In work, study or other activity

77%

Say it fits with future plans

64%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

9%

Web and Multimedia Design Professionals

5%

Business, Research and Administrative Professionals

5%

Caring personal services

2%

Business and public service associate professionals

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

We have no information about future earnings from students that studied this course.

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

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