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Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Computer Science course at University of Lincoln.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
B,B,C
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 |
| EU | £18,300 per year |
| International | £18,300 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: G404
Here's what University of Lincoln says about its Computer Science course.
The MComp Computer Science degree is a four-year, integrated Master's degree is designed to give the experience, skills and knowledge to design and develop a variety of software and hardware computing solutions for real-world problems. The MComp degree provides you with the opportunity to develop the experience, skills and knowledge to design and develop a variety of software and hardware computing solutions for real-world problems. Particular attention is paid to cutting-edge topics, such as artificial intelligence and human-computer interaction, in addition to core computer science disciplines. This aims to ensure that your studies are at the forefront of research in the field.
This degree aims to provide a broad foundation in computer science and students can develop the mathematical, analytical and problem-solving skills required to succeed in the challenging and exciting modern computing industry. With digital technologies driving advances in all aspects of the modern world, from business to healthcare to education, those with expertise in computer science are finding employment in a wide range of sectors.
Source: University of Lincoln
Course details
There are a few options in how you might study Computer Science at University of Lincoln.
Check the
2 course options available.
Qualification
Master of Computing with Honours - MComp (Hons)
Department
School of Engineering and Physical Sciences
Location
Lincoln (Main Site) | Lincoln
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Sandwich
Subjects
• Computer science
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
The modules you will study
In your first year, you have the opportunity to study the fundamental areas of computing science. This includes programming, computer architectures, operating systems and maths for computing. The second year aims to build on this foundation, covering artificial intelligence and database and network systems. At this stage, you will have the chance to specialise in topics such as image processing, robotics and parallel computing. You will also have the opportunity to work on an extended group project. In the third year, you can choose an optional area of study that is of specific interest to you, such as mobile computing or business intelligence, while completing a substantial individual project. Students who choose this four-year MComp programme have the opportunity to study a range of optional modules at Master’s level and to complete a project with real-world applications in an area of individual interest. For the most up to date module information, please visit the course page for this programme on our website. Some programmes provide you with the opportunity to focus your study in a particular area through optional modules. Timetabling arrangements may limit the availability of some optional modules to some students. As the options often reflect staff research interests, they may alter over time due to staff availability.
How you will be assessed
The way students will be assessed on this course will vary for each module. It could include coursework, such as a dissertation or essay, written and practical exams, portfolio development, group work or presentations to name some examples. Throughout this degree, students may receive tuition from professors, senior lecturers, lecturers, researchers, practitioners, visiting experts or technicians, and they may be supported in their learning by other students.
University of Lincoln reviews
Showing 54 reviews
2nd year student
VERY GOOD! Lots of choice for societies and they offer help with housing, contracts, course issues. They have several bars and a nightclub on campus and run u2018quacku2019 on a Wednesday which is always packed! They run so many events and they do exam support weeks with free food and things like do...
1 year ago
2nd year student
Thereu2019s something to do every night. Tons of bars to go to and about 3 nightclubs that people actually go to mainly u2018homeu2019, or u2018quacku2019 at the students union on a Wednesday where all the societies go. All are cheap nights out. Easy to make friends through accom and the millions of...
1 year ago
2nd year student
The accomodation is an average price for Universityu2019s. The main supermarket is Morrisons so quite expensive but thereu2019s tons of little tescos and Iceland farm foods and Lidl around the city within walking distance. Most people just order food from Lidl or Tesco as itu2019s like u00a32 delive...
1 year ago
2nd year student
Access is amazing we get emails and a point of contact with our tutors if we need any resources. Anything from health and well-being to employability they help with. They helped me find a placement this year and they send emails with information for everything we need!
1 year ago
2nd year student
The facilities are very good the libraryu2019s open 24/7 and we have so many options for accommodation to choose from all are up to a decent standard. We have very good sports facilities and a student nightclub which also hosts many events like careers fairs. Thereu2019s so many lecture buildings al...
1 year ago
2nd year student
My course is very good I have seminars and lectures one of each for 4 modules. My lecturers are amazing and always willing to help! All the power points and work is available online so itu2019s easy to not behind. Itu2019s really good to make friends they make us interact with others on our course. ...
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 University of Lincoln 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?
80%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
79%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
52%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
79%
med
Learning opportunities
70%
low
Learning opportunities
70%
low
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?
68%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
70%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
66%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
64%
low
Assessment and feedback
78%
med
Assessment and feedback
78%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
84%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
88%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
59%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
85%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
73%
med
Academic support
81%
low
Academic support
81%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
81%
low
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
81%
low
Organisation and management
65%
low
Organisation and management
65%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
59%
low
How well organised is your course?
69%
med
Learning resources
94%
high
Learning resources
94%
high
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
99%
high
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
90%
high
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
93%
med
Student voice
81%
high
Student voice
81%
high
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
72%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
91%
high
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
81%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
78%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
89%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
79%
med
Student information
See who's studying at University of Lincoln. These students are taking Computer Science or another course from the same subject area.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Computer Science | C | |||||
| Mathematics | B | |||||
| Physics | D | |||||
| Psychology | C | |||||
| Economics | C | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about University of Lincoln graduates who took Computer Science - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
85%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
87%
In work, study or other activity
80%
Say it fits with future plans
71%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
60%
Information Technology Professionals
13%
Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
5%
Administrative occupations
5%
Business and public service associate professionals
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Lincoln graduates who took Computer Science - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£27.4k
First year after graduation
£31.8k
Third year after graduation
£38k
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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