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Computer Science

Aberystwyth University

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Main Site (Aberystwyth)

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

If you are interested in the fundamentals of Computer Science, our degree which is accredited by


the Chartered Institute for IT (BCS) on behalf of the Engineering Council,

allows you to develop the skills needed to solve complex problems that include analysis, design, solution choice and implementation. As a student of this course, you will gain access to dedicated Linux, Mac OS X laboratories and central servers and you will be taught by lecturers who have close links with the industry and software engineering conferences. In addition, you will have access to robotic equipment including Arduino, mobile robots and sailing robots. Our degree will prepare you with a variety of transferable skills and employability skills. As part of your degree, you will be required to take part in a residential set of tasks where you and other students will have work in teams to solve problems. This activity will encourage you to improve your: communication skills, analytical skills, time management, organisational skills, implementation skills, research skills, technical skills and you will have more experience of working independently as well as part of a team. The first year of the course is a very manageable introduction to the field of computer science even for students with no prior experience in the field. You will receive a thorough grounding in web development, computational thinking, software engineering and agile methodologies. The skills and experience you will gain will open access to a variety of career paths including: + Software design+ Communications and networking+ Computer applications+ Web development+ IT consultancy and management+ System analysis and development+ Computer sales+ Marketing+ Education.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 21,875per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth University

  • University League Table

    45th

  • Campus address

    Penglais Campus CN, Aberystwyth University, Reception, Penglais, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3FL, United Kingdom

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Aberystwyth’s exceptional teaching, incredible location and welcoming community attract students from over 100 countries.
The university has a dedicated International Student Adviser who offers professional, specialised and regulated advice on study visas and graduate visas.
Aberystwyth offers a range of scholarships and bursaries, including an International Accommodation Award to support international students in their first year.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Computer Science

    40th out of 117 10

  • Entry standards

    / Max 223
    123 55%

    71st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    83.0 83%

    53rd

    30

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.21 80%

    15th

    10

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