A Computer Science degree: future-ready skills, Industry expertise and unmatched support
St Mary's University offers a career-focused Computer Science programme that equips students with in-demand industry skills and strong theoretical foundations. With an emphasis on hands-on experience, this course prepares graduates for diverse roles in the technology sector.
Why St Mary's?
Real world industry practices
Flexible study pathway
Industry-integrated learning
Our industry-focused curriculum ensures students gain future-ready expertise, offering specialist pathways aligned with evolving industry demands. Learning takes place in state-of-the-art facilities with high-performance computers and advanced software, providing a modern, practical environment. With a strong reputation for academic support and teaching quality, we offer personalised guidance to help every student succeed.
Real-world industry practises – Industry aligned assessment methods
Unlike most UK computer science degrees, this program eliminates traditional written exams in favour of practical assessments such as projects, portfolios, presentations, and computer-based multiple-choice tests. This approach aligns with real-world industry practices, making graduates more workplace-ready.
Flexible study pathways – common first year & customisable curriculum
The course offers a common first year, allowing students from different academic backgrounds to build foundational knowledge before selecting their specialisation. Students can opt for either a general Computer Science degree with a "pick and mix" approach to module selection or a specialist pathway with a defined curriculum that grants a specialist degree title - providing both flexibility and the opportunity to stand out in a chosen field.
Industry-integrated learning – work placement with degree title recognition
The program includes an industrial work placement between levels 5 and 6, this placement is officially recognised in the degree title, enhancing graduates’ CVs. Additionally, strong industry involvement through guest lectures, networking events, and industry collaborations ensures real-world exposure throughout the course.
Academic support
in London (National Student Survey (NSS) 2024)
Employability
of graduates are in employment, vocation or further study within 15 months of graduation (HESA, 2024)
Teaching quality
in the UK (The Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2024)
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Course content
Modules
Our Computer Science programme is designed to bridge the gap between academic study and professional practice, ensuring graduates are career-ready. Students gain hands-on experience through industry guest lectures, workshops, hackathons, job fairs, and tech meet-ups—building a strong understanding of the industry and real-world applications of their skills.
Collaboration with industry partners enhances professional networks and provides insight into current technological challenges. Career-focused modules further prepare students for the workplace, including a team project in the second year, where students develop software solutions for real clients, and an advanced topics in Computer Science module in the final year, featuring talks from industry experts. Final-year dissertations also encourage students to undertake projects with real-world impact.
Throughout the course, students develop expertise in key areas, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), data analysis and user experience (UX).
Please note: it is possible that a module listed on the website will not be able to run due to reasons beyond our control. For more information please refer to our course information disclaimer.
How the degree is taught
Teaching methods
You’ll study in London – Europe’s largest and fastest growing tech hotspot
Engage with partners, such as the Ministry of Defence and FIFA.
Feedback
We adhere to the university’s policy of providing feedback on assessments within 15 working days.
Entry requirements
2025 and 2026 entries
Start date
Standard offer
120 - undefined UCAS points
Contextual offer
96 UCAS points
About Contextual Offer:
Not sure about your grades? We consider all factors when reviewing your application, as we know not everyone has the same support to reach their potential. So we may make a contextual offer below the standard Tariff if you meet our criteria.
We understand that sometimes barriers you can't control get in the way of academic achievement. You are more than just your grades. We'll consider your application as a whole, taking into account things like:
- subjects studied at Level 3
- your GCSEs (or equivalent) profile
- non-academic achievements you mention in your personal statement
- your references and motivation.
GCSE
Grade 4/C or above in Maths and English Language.
We offer GCSE equivalency tests for those who need to improve their GCSE grades.
International requirements
We welcome students from all over the world and accept a wide range of international qualifications. International students should check our country-specific pages for equivalents. If English is not your first language, you will need to achieve an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in any section (or equivalent).
UCAS Personal statement support
Create your UCAS personal statement through our online builder and we'll email you a copy of your completed version at the end.
Further Information
For more information about entry requirements please get in touch.
How many UCAS points my grades are worth
A levels
A*
56 pts
A
48 pts
B
40 pts
C
32 pts
D
24 pts
E
16 pts
My qualification isn't listed:
If you can't find your qualification in this list please check the full list of UCAS tariff tables.
Fees & funding
Tuition fees
Home
£9,535
International
£17,100
*Please note: these fees are annual and may increase as detailed in our tuition fee variation disclaimer.
For more information on foundation year fees for home students, please check the details on our tuition fee page.
Information about tuition fees, student loans, and funding your studies can be found within our fees and funding section.
Additional costs
Your tuition fees will cover the cost of all mandatory elements of your programme.
Additional costs could be incurred depending on optional modules chosen and other projects undertaken.
For further information about additional costs please see our additional costs webpage.
Scholarships
Find out more about our range of scholarships and bursaries available to undergraduate students .
Living costs
A guide to your living costs has been created by our Student Funding Team.
Accommodation costs vary depending on whether you opt for an en suite room and on-site catering. Take a look at our accommodation options and the prices you can expect to pay.
Career opportunities
On our Computer Science degree, you will develop essential transferrable skills like communication, flexibility, and creative problem-solving.
Exceptional graduate outcomes
Our Computer Science BSc is hands-on. We focus on employability. As a result, 96% of Simmies are in employment, vocation, or further study within 15 months of graduation (HESA, 2024).
Contact our Career Services at careers@stmarys.ac.uk for further information on work and postgraduate opportunities.
Some examples of job roles and areas of work for graduates of Computer Science BSc (Hons) include:
Apply now
If you're currently living in the United Kingdom and Ireland, you'll need to apply directly through UCAS. You can check our step-by-step application guide for detailed information.
If you are living outside of the United Kingdom and Ireland, you can submit an application directly or add St Mary's University as a choice on UCAS. Check our guideline for more information.
Transferring from another institution?
St Mary's is happy to consider applications from students who wish to transfer from another university. If this is you, please follow these instructions.
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