Computer Science

Award

BSc (Hons)

Location

University of Staffordshire London

University of Staffordshire London

UCAS code

I722, I746

Start dates available

  • January 2027
  • September 2027
  • January 2028

Start dates available

  • January 2027
  • September 2027
  • January 2028
University of Staffordshire Courses

Industry aligned

Aligned with British Computer Society (BCS) standards

Recognised qualifications

Gain certifications from Microsoft, Cisco and Amazon

Hands on experience

Access training in our labs with real networking and cloud tech

Our established computing degrees have been at the forefront of technology for over 50 years and are now hitting the networking hub of London. Be a part of the new-age computing scene with a degree that hits multiple disciplines of computer science and prepares you for careers in a variety of sectors of industry.

Our Computer Science degree combines a solid grounding in computer science fundamentals and our teaching facilities are supported by specialist computing labs with the latest software which you’ll need to exploit the discipline. The course is designed with input from Google, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Cisco, and in choosing modules you can elect to study for certifications from both AWS and Cisco, as well as from Microsoft.

The course will prepare you to enter a range of employment roles related to the wider area of computer science. Between your second and final years there is an opportunity for you to take a work placement year, where you will apply and improve your skills and knowledge and ultimately enhance your employability.

On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: BSc (Hons) Computer Science

Duration

University of Staffordshire undergraduate courses are usually 3 years for full-time study.

Courses which offer other study options have longer durations:

  • Full-time with a placement year, 4 years
  • Full-time with a foundation year, 4 years

Course content

Throughout the degree, you’ll take a variety of modules, giving you a broad knowledge of Computer Science.

If you choose to take a Foundation Year, we’ll build up your academic skills so you are ready to join the main degree programme. You’ll study topics in key areas, including emerging technologies, industry practice, networking, artificial intelligence, and cyber.

The first year of the BSc (Hons) Computer Science degree course includes aspects of software development, industry practice, networks, cyber, and artificial intelligence.

In the second year, core modules will make up 75% of your studies and will include tackling business computing projects, databases, and programming, and an option ranging from machine learning to digital forensics so you can tailor your course to your future career ambitions.

In your final year, you’ll delve deeper into your specialisms, as well expanding further on your general computing knowledge. Your course will culminate in a Final Project, which will be negotiated with your course leader. This is a great opportunity to explore a topic in depth and also good preparation if you want to continue studying at postgraduate level.

Students do all sorts of things for their Final Project, from going into aspects of software engineering through to exploring biometrics for cyber security. Some are inspired by their placement experience and even complete their project with support from their placement provider.

Professional body accreditation

We continuously update our course modules to ensure our curriculum reflects the latest industry trends and insights. Our module content is refined in collaboration with professional and regulatory bodies and partners. As such, this course is currently undergoing re-accreditation with British Computer Society (BCS), with confirmation expected before September 2027.

Modules

The tables provide an indicative list of the modules that make up the course for the current academic year. Each module is worth a specified number of credits. Our teaching is informed by research, and modules change periodically to reflect developments in the discipline. We aim to ensure that all modules run as scheduled. If for any reason a module cannot be run we will advise you as soon as possible and will provide guidance on selecting an appropriate alternative module.

Year 1 compulsory modules
Cloud And Network Technologies 30 credits
Computing Project 30 credits
Cyber Security And Artificial Intelligence 30 credits
Programming Concepts 30 credits

Entry requirements

What do I need?

UCAS

112-120 UCAS points

A Levels

BBC

BTEC

DMM

Work out your estimated grades using the UCAS calculator

Other UK qualifications
  • Access to HE Diploma - Pass Access with a minimum of 80 UCAS tariff points. Applicants to Staffs who are taking the Access to HE Diploma receive a reduced tariff point offer as part of our access and participation plan activity
  • UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma - grade of Merit overall
  • OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - grade DMM
  • T Levels - Eligible T Level applications will be asked to achieve a minimum overall grade of P (A*-C) or Higher Pass as a condition of offer

We welcome applications from students studying a range of international and UK qualifications, including Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales, Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers and the Irish Leaving Certificate. Offers will normally be made in line with our standard entry requirements and may include specific grade requirements in relevant subjects.

Facilities

Data Junction

Housing our Computer Science and Cyber Security programmes, this mega laboratory is truly plugged in. We have a dedicated cyber and networking laboratory as well as additional meeting spaces.

The Den

The perfect space to chill out with comfy sofas and booths and food prep spaces if you want to bring your food from home. Read more

The Den includes:

  • Lockers to store your personal items
  • Comfy booths to sit, chat and eat in
  • Electrical sockets to plug in your devices
  • Wireless pads that charge the latest smartphones
  • A prep area for food and drinks
  • Fridges to keep snacks in
  • Low, soft seating for kicking band and unwinding

The Hall

Integrate yourself with the buzz of digital technologies in The Hall, a space dedicated to discussion and meetings. This flexible space can be configured to suit the needs of up to 30 students, with electrical points and multiple seating areas.

Careers

Our Computer Science graduates are snapped up by employers as their skills are in high demand. Some get offered jobs through their placements and join the firms full-time after they complete their degree.

With a need for thousands more computer scientists in the UK, it’s a specialist field with huge opportunities for our graduates. Cloud technologies are another major growth area.

Many of our graduates also go on to work for tech companies as junior engineers. But there are so many roles that fit seamlessly with a Computer Science background including Artificial Intelligence and Cyber Security.

Possible careers including becoming a computer systems analyst, database administrator, computer hardware engineer, computer network architect, UX designer, artificial intelligence developer, or computer programmer.

Students on this programme have the opportunity to enhance their studies with a placement year, gain valuable work experience, and take part in international activities—potentially supported by the Turing funding.

Teaching and assessment

Teaching

Teaching approaches can include for example formal lectures, group work, tutorials/practical sessions, seminars, workshops, directed and self-managed study, and research projects. Each of these will be used on your modules so you get the chance to learn as effectively as possible.

Assessment

This course has a rich diet of assessment methods, of which each is chosen to map to the teaching and expected learning. On this course you will undertake assessments of the following: Class tests (up to 1 hour), Practical assignment work (individual or group-based), Portfolio of work, Report (individual or group-based, and Presentations (individual or group-based) 

Learning support

In addition to the excellent support you will receive from your course teaching team, our central Academic Skills team provides group and one-to-one help to support your learning in a number of areas. These include study skills (including reading, note-taking and presentation skills); written English (including punctuation and grammatical accuracy); academic writing (including how to reference); research skills; critical thinking and understanding arguments; and revision, assessment and examination skills (including time management).

Additional support

Our Student Inclusion Services support students with additional needs such as sensory impairment, or learning difficulties such as dyslexia.

Feedback

Your course will provide you with opportunities to test your understanding of your subject informally (through formative feedback) before you complete the formal assessments. Each module normally includes practice or ‘formative’ assessments for which you receive feedback from your tutor. Practice assessments are developmental and any grades you receive for them do not count towards your module mark, but are essential for you to develop academically as a student.

There is a formal or ‘summative’ assessment at the end of each module and the grades from formal assessments count towards your module mark. You will normally receive feedback on coursework assessments within 20 working days following the date of submission. The feedback you receive will help to focus you to achieve better grades on the next set of modules you study.

Staff

Please note, teaching team staff members may change during your studies.

Profile Image

Robin Oldham

Course Director

Robin Oldham is Course Director for Computer Science and Digital Apprenticeships at Staffordshire University having worked in Higher Education for 20+ years as a Lecturer, Manager and Technology Professional

Robin's profile
Profile Image

Dr Vahid Heydari Fami Tafreshi

Course Director - Computer Science

Vahid is a passionate researcher and course director specialising in Computing courses at the London campus. He leads the BSc and MSc Cyber Security courses, focusing on Internet Protocols, Architectures, Cybersecurity, and IoT Security.

Vahid's profile
Profile Image

Dr Maryam Shahpasand

Senior Lecturer

Maryam is a lecturer with over 15 years of intensive experience in cyber security teaching and research, professional training, security consultation, forensics investigation, malware analysis, penetration testing, and incident handling.

Profile Image

Dr Viraj Dawarka

Lecturer

Viraj is a lecturer in computer science/cyber security as well as an active researcher in cloud robotics. His main area of interest is towards the energy efficiency of cloud robotics using educational robots.

Profile Image

Dr Mahsa Zolfaghari

Lecturer

Mahsa is a lecturer in Computer Science and Cyber Security. Her research interests are Systems Design enhancements by Artificial Intelligence (AI), NET ZERO Technologies’ applications and IoT.

Profile Image

Dr Russell Campion

Head Of Department - Computing & Esports

Russell started at the University in 1990, studying a BA, then MRes, and finally a PhD before going into full-time teaching. He currently runs the Department of Computing. Previously he has managed the Information Systems group at Stafford befor…

Russell's profile
Profile Image

Dr Ying-Ying Law

Course Director - Esports

Ying-Ying is a sociologist and an active researcher in digital cultures. Her main area of interest includes video gamer culture, communities, play, esports, research methods and gender studies from a sociological perspective.

Ying-Ying's profile

Fees

For the course starting on 25 January 2027, the tuition fees are:

Study option UK / Channel Islands International
Full-time, University of Staffordshire London £9,790 per year of study £17,085 per year of study

For the course starting on 20 September 2027, the tuition fees are:

Study option UK / Channel Islands International
Full-time, University of Staffordshire London £10,050 per year of study £17,285 per year of study

For the course starting on 24 January 2028, the tuition fees are:

Study option UK / Channel Islands International
Full-time, University of Staffordshire London £10,050 per year of study £17,285 per year of study

UK and Channel Island students: This tuition fee is agreed subject to UK government policy and parliamentary regulation. If the UK government passes appropriate legislation, the fee for subsequent years of study may increase in each academic year. But this increase will not exceed the rate of inflation as measured by RPIX**. Any change in fees will apply to both new and continuing students. The University will notify students of any change as early as possible. Further information about fee changes would be posted on the University’s website once this becomes available.

**RPIX is a measure of inflation equivalent to all the items in the Retail Price Index (RPI) excluding mortgage interest payments.

Not included in the fees:
  • You are expected to have access to an appropriate PC/laptop with admin rights so that you can install software in order to complete this course.
Accommodation and living costs

Accommodation and living costs are not included in our fees.

Sources of financial support

If you receive funding from Student Finance you may be eligible to apply for additional benefits. Details can be obtained by visiting: www.gov.uk

Scholarships and additional funding

As an undergraduate student at Staffordshire, you may be eligible for additional financial support through one of our scholarships and bursaries. You can visit our funding page to find out more and check your eligibility.

Apply now to Computer Science

Location Award Study option Start date
Staffordshire University London BSc (Hons) Full-time, University of Staffordshire London 25 January 2027 Apply now
Staffordshire University London BSc (Hons) Full-time, University of Staffordshire London 20 September 2027 Apply now
Staffordshire University London BSc (Hons) Full-time, University of Staffordshire London 24 January 2028 Apply now

Not ready to apply yet?

Rules and regulations

If you are offered a place at University of Staffordshire, your offer will be subject to our rules, regulations and enrolment conditions, which may vary from time to time.

Students of University of Staffordshire enter into a contract with us and are bound by these rules and regulations, which are subject to change. For more information, please see: University Policies and Regulations.

University of the year

Academic Employability Awards 2026, Graduate Futures Institute

for overall student positivity

National Student Survey 2026

for Social Inclusion

The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026

for First Generation Students

The Mail University Guide 2026

in the UK for Games Education

Rookies Games Design and Development 2023, 2025

TIGA Best Games Institution 2024, 2025

of Research Impact is ‘Outstanding’ or ‘Very Considerable’

Research Excellence Framework 2021

of Research is “Internationally Excellent” or “World Leading”

Research Excellence Framework 2021