Why choose the School of Computing, Engineering and Creative Industries
Our Computer Science course is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS) so you qualify for chartered IT professional (CITP) status once you graduate.
Our computer science courses rank in the UK top 10 in their subject field for student experience and the UK top 20 for teaching quality (The Times, 2026).
In the NSS 2025, our computer science courses scored student satisfaction rates of 90% and over for organisation and management (92%), academic support (90%) and learning resources (90%).
About the course
From education and healthcare to entertainment and communication, computer science underpins almost every area of today’s increasingly digital world. On this course, you build a strong foundation of understanding before specialising in exciting new fields at the forefront of technological advancement. In addition, you gain the highly desirable critical thinking and practical skills sought after by world-leading employers.
Course accreditation
This course is fully accredited by the British Computer Society (BSC), the Chartered Institute for IT, meaning you qualify for chartered IT professional (CITP) status once you graduate.
Our course is also recognised under the Seoul Accord, meeting international standards for the academic preparation of computing professionals and making your degree relevant to employers worldwide.
Facilities and specialist equipment
- High-tech CCNA Academy computer networking suite
- Specialised IT security laboratory
- Dedicated computing rooms
- Cutting-edge technology such as MATLAB simulation software and virtualised environments
- Modern, purpose-built STEM building with bespoke learning spaces and group study hubs
Industry links
We have partnered with IXL to offer third-year students the opportunity to undertake further Agile project management certification.
Your student experience
- Keep up to date with state-of-the-art technologies, thanks to our blend of theoretical and hands-on learning, informed by the latest industry developments.
- Study computer systems architecture to better understand hardware, software, networks and operating systems, all of which are required for designing efficient and scalable solutions.
- Gain the ability to understand and produce software based on critical thinking and logical reasoning alongside developing knowledge of algorithm design and problem solving.
- Benefit from the expertise of our highly qualified, research-active academics, many of whom act as consultants in their fields.
- Extend your learning through field trips to sites such as Bletchley Park.
- Be guided by our dedicated academic success tutors, there to support you through your studies.
with Professional Practice Year
This course has the option to be taken over four years which includes a year placement in industry. Undertaking a year in industry has many benefits. You gain practical experience and build your CV, as well as being a great opportunity to sample a profession and network with potential future employers.
There is no tuition fee for the placement year enabling you to gain an extra year of experience for free.
*Only available to UK/EU students.
with Foundation Year
A Degree with a Foundation Year gives you guaranteed entry to an Undergraduate course.
Whether you’re returning to learning and require additional help and support to up-skill, or if you didn’t quite meet the grades to pursue an Undergraduate course, our Degrees with Foundation Year provide a fantastic entry route for you to work towards a degree level qualification.
With our guidance and support you’ll get up to speed within one year, and will be ready to seamlessly progress on to undergraduate study at Bedfordshire.
The Foundation Year provides an opportunity to build up your academic writing skills and numeracy, and will also cover a range of subject specific content to fully prepare you for entry to an Undergraduate degree.
This is an integrated four-year degree, with the foundation year as a key part of the course. You will need to successfully complete the Foundation Year to progress on to the first year of your bachelor’s degree.
Why study a degree with a Foundation Year?
- Broad-based yet enough depth to give you credible vocational skills
- Coverage of a variety of areas typically delivered by an expert in this area
- Gain an understanding of a subject before choosing which route you wish to specialise in
- Great introduction to further study, and guaranteed progression on to one of our Undergraduate degrees
The degrees offering a Foundation Year provide excellent preparation for your future studies.
During your Foundation Year you will get the opportunity to talk to tutors about your degree study and future career aspirations, and receive guidance on the most appropriate Undergraduate course to help you achieve this; providing you meet the entry requirements and pass the Foundation Year.
Course Leader - Dr Mitul Shukla
Mitul has worked at the University of Bedfordshire since 2004. His research interest is focussed around social media technologies and how we communicate with one another using these mediating technologies. Particularly, he is interested in the affective impact and complex communication capability in using mediating technologies.
As of November 2012 Mitul gained his PhD which was focussed upon complex communications via online media. He accomplished this in a part-time capacity while working full-time in a variety of roles.
Course Leader - Dr Mitul Shukla
Mitul has worked at the University of Bedfordshire since 2004. His research interest is focussed around social media technologies and how we communicate with one another using these mediating technologies. Particularly, he is interested in the affective impact and complex communication capability in using mediating technologies.
As of November 2012 Mitul gained his PhD which was focussed upon complex communications via online media. He accomplished this in a part-time capacity while working full-time in a variety of roles.
Course Leader - Dr Mitul Shukla
Mitul has worked at the University of Bedfordshire since 2004. His research interest is focussed around social media technologies and how we communicate with one another using these mediating technologies. Particularly, he is interested in the affective impact and complex communication capability in using mediating technologies.
As of November 2012 Mitul gained his PhD which was focussed upon complex communications via online media. He accomplished this in a part-time capacity while working full-time in a variety of roles.
Course Leader - Dr Mitul Shukla
Mitul has worked at the University of Bedfordshire since 2004. His research interest is focussed around social media technologies and how we communicate with one another using these mediating technologies. Particularly, he is interested in the affective impact and complex communication capability in using mediating technologies.
As of November 2012 Mitul gained his PhD which was focussed upon complex communications via online media. He accomplished this in a part-time capacity while working full-time in a variety of roles.
Course Leader - Dr Mitul Shukla
Mitul has worked at the University of Bedfordshire since 2004. His research interest is focussed around social media technologies and how we communicate with one another using these mediating technologies. Particularly, he is interested in the affective impact and complex communication capability in using mediating technologies.
As of November 2012 Mitul gained his PhD which was focussed upon complex communications via online media. He accomplished this in a part-time capacity while working full-time in a variety of roles.
Year 1
Fundamentals of computer science – Gain maths skills relevant to computer science and an understanding of how computers work internally. Mathematics and concepts for computational thinking - Apply maths-based coding skills to build software applications using programming languages like Python. Databases and computer networks - An introduction to networking and data organisation as well as practical skills in design, configuration and troubleshooting. Principles of programming and data structures - Develop your skills in using a high-level programming language and apply them to real-world problems.
Year 2
Concepts and technologies of artificial intelligence – Explore the main AI concepts and technologies typically used to solve real-world problems. Systems development and modern database practices – The design and development process from requirements spec, analysis and design to initial working prototype. Web technologies and platforms - Use client-side and server-side technologies to implement web applications, producing your own product designs. Information security - Gain advanced knowledge of tools and techniques for cyber defence, threat intelligence and information governance. Desktop applications development and software engineering – Acquire strong programming skills for desktop applications, solving industry-relevant problems.
Year 3
Distributed service architecture - Design, implement and evaluate software solutions using different strategies, paradigms and architectures for distributed systems. Research methodologies and emerging technologies – Plan your Honours project around current or emerging technologies, using research to back up your proposal. Agile project management – Gain valuable project-management skills for your graduate career. Undergraduate project – Work independently to develop and complete a major project on a topic of your choice.
You are assessed in a variety of ways. The majority of units are assessed through coursework group and individual projects portfolios essays presentations or exams. You will also produce software artefacts in the area of your specialism. Constant feedback and advice from a supervisory or unit team will be provided to support you in your work.
At level 4 you are assessed on your understanding of the fundamental concepts of Computer Science and its application. You are required to comprehend the basic range of intellectual concepts which form the foundations of the subject and application area and will be assessed on your ability to articulate such concepts in a coherent manner in a variety of written assessments/written briefs. For example there will be time constraint programming assignments as well as multiple choice tests.
At level 5 you are assessed on your ability to apply the basic concepts of the disciplines introduced in level 4 to existing controversies and issues on which there is already a body of research and critical opinion. You also should be able to demonstrate the inter-relationships between critical theory and practice. For example the units `Concepts of AI and `Object Oriented Programming and Software Engineering will further your understanding of software paradigms. Also new concepts (such as Computer Security) are introduced.
At level 6 you will be required to demonstrate independent thinking and initiative. This may be in the form of analysing and criticising current approaches and theory within software engineering and programme development. In all cases you will be expected to show an awareness of the major theories and practices of the discipline. You will progress from well-defined briefs to more open-ended and challenging assessments which culminate in the honours project where you will be given freedom to choose your area of work.
Careers
When you graduate you will be well placed to take up more specialised positions in the computer industry ranging from programming software or systems development to customer IT services and IT management.
You can also go on to further study at MSc, MPhil or PhD level in a related area such as the University of Bedfordshire’s suite of Computer Science Master’s degrees.
Entry Requirements
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Fees for this course
UK
The full-time standard undergraduate tuition fee for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £9,535 per year. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees. You can also apply for a maintenance loan from the Government to help cover your living costs. See www.gov.uk/student-finance
Excellence Scholarships
Worth £2,500 per year of study over three years when you score a defined number of UCAS tariff points from specified qualifications*
» If you don’t qualify for an Excellence Scholarship but have 120 UCAS tariff points, you have enough points for one of our Achievement Scholarships offering £500 per year of study**
» Other scholarships, bursaries and financial support packages are available
* Points requirements vary depending on type of qualification.
** Threshold is 120 UCAS tariff points across all awarding bodies and qualifications.
International
The full-time standard undergraduate tuition fee for the academic year 2025/26 is £16,900 per year.
There are range of Scholarships available to help support you through your studies with us.
A full list of scholarships can be found here.
Fees for this course
UK
The full-time standard undergraduate tuition fee for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £9,535 per year. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees. You can also apply for a maintenance loan from the Government to help cover your living costs. See www.gov.uk/student-finance
Excellence Scholarships
Worth £2,500 per year of study over three years when you score a defined number of UCAS tariff points from specified qualifications*
» If you don’t qualify for an Excellence Scholarship but have 120 UCAS tariff points, you have enough points for one of our Achievement Scholarships offering £500 per year of study**
» Other scholarships, bursaries and financial support packages are available
* Points requirements vary depending on type of qualification.
** Threshold is 120 UCAS tariff points across all awarding bodies and qualifications.
International
The full-time standard undergraduate tuition fee for the academic year 2025/26 is £16,900 per year.
There are range of Scholarships available to help support you through your studies with us.
A full list of scholarships can be found here.
Fees for this course
UK
The full-time standard undergraduate tuition fee for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £9,535 per year. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees. You can also apply for a maintenance loan from the Government to help cover your living costs. See www.gov.uk/student-finance
Excellence Scholarships
Worth £2,500 per year of study over three years when you score a defined number of UCAS tariff points from specified qualifications*
» If you don’t qualify for an Excellence Scholarship but have 120 UCAS tariff points, you have enough points for one of our Achievement Scholarships offering £500 per year of study**
» Other scholarships, bursaries and financial support packages are available
* Points requirements vary depending on type of qualification.
** Threshold is 120 UCAS tariff points across all awarding bodies and qualifications.
International
The full-time standard undergraduate tuition fee for the academic year 2025/26 is £16,900 per year.
There are range of Scholarships available to help support you through your studies with us.
A full list of scholarships can be found here.
Fees for this course
UK
The full-time standard undergraduate tuition fee for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £9,535 per year. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees. You can also apply for a maintenance loan from the Government to help cover your living costs. See www.gov.uk/student-finance
Excellence Scholarships
Worth £2,500 per year of study over three years when you score a defined number of UCAS tariff points from specified qualifications*
» If you don’t qualify for an Excellence Scholarship but have 120 UCAS tariff points, you have enough points for one of our Achievement Scholarships offering £500 per year of study**
» Other scholarships, bursaries and financial support packages are available
* Points requirements vary depending on type of qualification.
** Threshold is 120 UCAS tariff points across all awarding bodies and qualifications.
International
The full-time standard undergraduate tuition fee for the academic year 2025/26 is £16,900 per year.
There are range of Scholarships available to help support you through your studies with us.
A full list of scholarships can be found here.
Fees for this course
UK
The full-time standard undergraduate tuition fee for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £9,535 per year. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees. You can also apply for a maintenance loan from the Government to help cover your living costs. See www.gov.uk/student-finance
Excellence Scholarships
Worth £2,500 per year of study over three years when you score a defined number of UCAS tariff points from specified qualifications*
» If you don’t qualify for an Excellence Scholarship but have 120 UCAS tariff points, you have enough points for one of our Achievement Scholarships offering £500 per year of study**
» Other scholarships, bursaries and financial support packages are available
* Points requirements vary depending on type of qualification.
** Threshold is 120 UCAS tariff points across all awarding bodies and qualifications.
International
The full-time standard undergraduate tuition fee for the academic year 2025/26 is £16,900 per year.
There are range of Scholarships available to help support you through your studies with us.
A full list of scholarships can be found here.
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