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University College Birmingham

Birmingham , England ,United Kingdom

COMPUTER SCIENCE FdSc

Computing and digital technology are essential features of today’s society. They are also key drivers in the economy, whether it’s in communication, finance or even leisure. Our Computer Science degree course at University College Birmingham will furnish you with advanced skills in everything from programming and websites to managing data and security issues, keeping your finger on the pulse of information technology and preparing you for a vast spectrum of job roles in the modern day market.

Our Computer Science course will give you the knowledge and skills to develop solutions to complex problems through individual and group projects. Your learning will cover a wide range of the latest ICT and computing topics, introducing you to programming, computing mathematics, web development and databases before progressing onto subjects such as cloud computing, cyber security, mobile computing and even artificial intelligence (AI).

Throughout your studies, you will have use of an array of state-of-the-art digital resources, IT and computer facilities, including access to our brand new Digital Creative Studio. You will also have the opportunity to spend an extra year expanding your horizons with a paid placement in industry as part of your computing course, giving you substantial experience and boosting your employment prospects after you graduate.

Intakes

  • Sep

Application Processing Time in Days: 10

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Work placements
Work placements are vital for gaining real-life experience and for building your confidence and skills before you finish your course – and they may even lead to a job when you graduate. Our hired@UCB team can help find the ideal placement for you.

Our FdSc and BSc Computer Science courses feature the option of a paid 48-week work placement, during which you will not incur any tuition fees.

Career opportunities
The example roles and salaries below are intended as a guide only.

  • Software developer
  • Systems analyst
  • Database administrator (DBA)
  • IT technical support officer
  • Computer security consultant
  • Web developer

PSW Opportunity

Two-year post-study work visa for international graduates from the 2020/21 academic year.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

India

1)An overall average of at least 65% in 12th Standard from both State and Central Examination Boards. 

2)Culinary Arts/Nutrition/Bakery/Sport and Hospitality related Courses

IELTS 6.0 with no element less than 5.5

3)Business/Events/Marketing/Finance/Aviation/Tourism/Education/ Health & Social Care/Nursing/Physiotherapy/Youth & Community

IELTS 6.5 with no element less than 6.0"

Sri Lanka

"1)For applicants who have followed the A-Level curriculum the normal UCAS tariff will be applied.

2)IELTS - Overall score of 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each component"

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