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Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Computer Science course at University of Derby.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
B,B,C
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at University of Derby. These students are taking Computer Science or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | C |
| Computer Science | E |
| Physics | E |
| Chemistry | D |
| Biology | B |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: I102
Here's what University of Derby says about its Computer Science course.
Software is everywhere, running everything from our desktop computers and mobile phones to home appliances, games consoles, cars, planes and industrial machinery. On this course, you’ll be exposed to a wide range of current issues in Computing.
KEY FEATURES OF THE COURSE
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WORKING WITH INDUSTRY: We’re renowned for our contacts with employers, and you’ll benefit from this by being set challenging projects and having the option to take a placement year.
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EXPERT STAFF: You’ll join a friendly community including our enthusiastic Computing Society and research-active lecturers. You’ll have the opportunity to get involved with research projects which our teaching team are working on.
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FACILITIES: Use cutting-edge software development tools in our industry-standard labs including Python, Visual Studio, Unreal Engine, Unity, Apache, PHP, MySQL, Azure Cloud Services and DirectX/OpenGL. You'll also have access to our XR (cross-reality) lab and Makerspace - a dedicated, student-led facility where you can turn your ideas into prototypes.
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FLEXIBILITY: After completing your first year, you’ll have the option to transfer to another degree in our Computing portfolio including BSc (Hons) Computer Games Programming and BSc (Hons) Artificial Intelligence and Data Science.
WHAT YOU'LL COVER:
- You'll study applied computer science with a strong emphasis on practical programming skills. In the first year, you'll cover the fundamentals of computer science before studying a range of areas in your second and third years, including programming, network systems, software engineering, AI and operating systems. You'll also have the option to tailor your degree to your specific interests in your third year with a range of optional modules.
HOW YOU’LL LEARN: You will learn through a mixture of lectures, tutorials, laboratory work, and e-learning. Instead of exams, a variety of assessment methods are used. Some modules are assessed through coursework only, others by a combination of:?
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Coursework?
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Portfolios?
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Assignments?
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Case studies?
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Oral and graphic presentations?
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Collaborative and interdisciplinary teamwork projects?
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Computer-based testing?
YOUR CAREER: Our Computer Science course is employment focused with industry-standard technologies that ensure you will have the skills and confidence when you graduate to secure the right role in this expanding and exciting industry. You could go on to roles such as:?
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Software Engineer?
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Project Manager?
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Technical Architect??
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Chief Technology Officer?
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Network Specialist?
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Network Administrator?
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Network Technician?
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Network Analyst?
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Network Engineer?
You will also develop wide-ranging skills, such as numerical and analytical skills, teamwork and project management.?
STUDY OPTIONS: This course is also available with a Foundation Year option and a Placement Year option.
Source: University of Derby
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Department of Computing and Mathematics
Location
Main Site | Derby
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Computer science
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Wales | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| EU | £16,900 per year (provisional) |
| International | £16,900 per year (provisional) |
University of Derby student reviews
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The student union care for the university and its students ensuring we are happy, healthy and thriving during our time in university. They put on events with freebies to boost morale as well.
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The halls and university are really close to the city so getting around is easy, especially with the university buses. The city is definitely a student friendly place with plenty of clubs and late night food places, as well as a variety of shops and other entertainment for those who aren’t into club...
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The university is definitely value for money and so are the halls. There is financial support available for those who need it and the union ensures that you still have fun even if you are on a strict budget by hosting free events on campus.
3rd year
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The university and halls have a great support system which ensures you get the help you need quickly and from a diverse team of professionals.
3rd year
Forensic science
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The facilities are very clean and up to standard for our labs and lectures. Any maintenance is quickly sorted as well.
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Forensics is an amazing course to study with a blended mix of lectures and labs, you are sure to have a broad knowledge about every main path of forensics. The staff are very knowledgeable and supportive and the sessions are action-packed and full of useful information. Labs are weekly and are criti...
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Derby
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 University of Derby students who took the Computer Science course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
73%
low
Teaching on my course
73%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
78%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
83%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
53%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
78%
med
Learning opportunities
73%
low
Learning opportunities
73%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
78%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
72%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
64%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
81%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
69%
low
Assessment and feedback
74%
med
Assessment and feedback
74%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
81%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
83%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
61%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
72%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
72%
med
Academic support
74%
low
Academic support
74%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
72%
low
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
75%
low
Organisation and management
65%
low
Organisation and management
65%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
67%
low
How well organised is your course?
64%
low
Learning resources
83%
med
Learning resources
83%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
83%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
85%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
83%
low
Student voice
75%
med
Student voice
75%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
59%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
83%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
80%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
72%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
92%
high
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
77%
low
Student information
See who's studying at University of Derby. These students are taking Computer Science or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about University of Derby graduates who took Computer Science - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
80%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
95%
In work, study or other activity
60%
Say it fits with future plans
60%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
21%
Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
10%
Process, plant and machine operatives
10%
Web and Multimedia Design Professionals
7%
Skilled trades occupations
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Derby graduates who took Computer Science - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£24.8k
First year after graduation
£29.6k
Third year after graduation
£35k
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 Computer 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
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