BSc Computer Science with Industrial Experience

A*A*A including A* in Mathematics, and a minimum of one Science subject at A* or A.

This should include Mathematics with a significant pure element (Use of Mathematics orCore Mathematics does not satisfy this requirement).

Science subjects include Computer Science, Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, andPhysics.

Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore there will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any Science A-Level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offers you will receive.

For further information and to check eligibility, visit our contextual admissions page .

AAA including Mathematics and a minimum of one Science subject.

This should include Mathematics with a significant pure element (Use of Mathematics orCore Mathematics does not satisfy this requirement).

Science subjects include Computer Science, Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, andPhysics.

Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore there will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any Science A-Level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offers you will receive.

Applicants who have been in local authority care for more than three months or have refugee status may be eligible for an offer two grades below the standard requirements.

Your application will still be considered against the standard selection process of your chosen course if you: 

a) Sat your examinations early

or 

b) Followed an accelerated curriculum and spent three years studying A-Levels where the examinations were taken over two years

If you are studying an advanced curriculum where the examinations are spread over three years, consideration for an offer will be at the discretion of the admissions tutor for that subject.

AS-Level results are not considered as part of the standard admissions process at The University of Manchester.

The University of Manchester welcomes the provision of unit information where available.  Like all other information provided by applicants this may be taken into consideration when assessing your application.  Unit grades will not normally form part of an offer conditions.

Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including:

5 GCSES/iGCSES at Grade A/7 or B/6:

• Mathematics (please note we do not accept Applied GCSE Mathematics courses e.g. WJEC Mathematics - Numeracy)
• Two Science subjects from Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Science and Additional Science

English Language is required at GCSE/iGCSE level with a minimum Grade of B/6. GCSE/iGCSE English Literature will not be accepted in lieu of GCSE/iGCSE English Language. Students eligible for a contextual offer will be required to evidence English language proficiency at GCSE English Language grade C/5.

38 points overall with 7,7,6 in Higher Level subjects, including 7 in Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches. Applicants should be studying a minimum of one Science subject at Higher Level. Science subjects include Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.

For this programme of study, we will only accept the following to meet our Mathematics requirement: Higher Level Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches.

Applicants studying the International Baccalaureate Career Related Programme (IBCP) should contact the academic School prior to applying so that their academic profile can be considered.

We accept a range of qualifications from different countries. Detailed information on our international entry criteria is available on the  Department of Computer Science website .   

For general requirements not listed above, please see  Accepted Entry Qualifications from your country .

We require Advanced Highers, or Advanced Highers combined with Highers, in one of the following combinations:

Three Advanced Highers with grades AAA, including Mathematics and a Science subject

OR

Two Advanced Highers with grades AA including Mathematics and a science subject, and three Highers with grades AAA in any subject

OR

Two Advanced Highers with grades AA including Mathematics and a science subject, and two Highers with grades AA, achieved in different academic subjects to the Advanced Highers

Please note we will accept Mathematics of Mechanics to meet the science requirement at Advanced Higher level.

English Language not taken at Higher/Advanced Higher must have been achieved at SCQF level 5 (minimum National 5 grade B/ Intermediate 2 grade B/ Standard Grade Credit level grade2).

If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification, please contact the Department Admissions Team.

The University welcomes and recognises the value of the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma/Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and requires two A-Levels, including Mathematics and one Science subject, to be included within this. 

The minimum grade required will normally be the same as the lowest grade listed in the A-Level entry requirements.

Typically, we require an average of 89% overall including 9.0, 9.0, 8.5 in three written subjects, including 9.0 in Mathematics (studied for 5 periods per week), and a minimum of one Science subject.

The University recognises the benefits of the AQA Baccalaureate and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills.

In making offers, the University will focus on the three A-Levels taken within the AQA Baccalaureate. The A-Level requirements for the Department of Computer Science are A*A*A, including A* in Mathematics, and a minimum of one Science subject at A* or A.

The units of broader study, enrichment activities and the Extended Project are considered to be valuable elements of the AQA Baccalaureate and we would therefore strongly encourage students to draw upon these experiences within their personal statement.

Applicants completing the Northern Consortium (NCUK) International Foundation Year or INTO Manchester International Foundation in Science and Engineering are required to achieve A*A*A with A* in Mathematics, and A*A in any order from Physics or Further Mathematics, and a third academic subject (not including Research and Communication Skills or EAP).  An EAP score of A is required.

An excellent performance in local examinations before starting the NCUK Foundation Year, particularly in mathematics and physical science subjects, is also required. Your qualifications prior to the NCUK Foundation Year will be benchmarked against the entry requirements for The University of Manchester BSc (Hons) Computer Science with an Integrated Foundation Year.

The University also recognises a number of external foundation courses as suitable for entry to this undergraduate programme. Assessment will be made on a case-by-case basis and applicants will be expected to meet the entry requirements for The University of Manchester BSc (Hons) Computer Science with an Integrated Foundation Year in their academic qualifications prior to the foundation course. Applicants studying other foundation programmes should contact the academic department to check if their qualification is recognised for entry to this programme and for specific entry requirements.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma

We consider the National Extended Diploma for entry, provided it is in Engineering with grades D*DD, in combination with a grade A* in A-Level Mathematics and grade A in a second A-Level subject.

OR

The National Extended Diploma in any subject with grades D*DD, in combination with a grade A* in A-Level Mathematics and grade A in A Level Computer Science, Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

Pearson BTEC Level3 National Diploma

We consider the National Diploma for entry provided it is in Engineering with Grades D*D in combination with grade A* in A-Level Mathematics and grade A in a second A-Level subject.

OR

The National Diploma in any subject with grades D*D in combination with grade A* in A-Level Mathematics and grade A in A-Level Computer Science, Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma

We consider the National FoundationDiploma for entry in any subject, provided it is in combination with two A-Levels including Mathematics and one Science subject. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Foundation Diploma with grade D* plus two A-Levels at grades A*A including A* in Mathematics and A in Computer Science, Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate

We consider the National Extended Certificate for entry in any subject at grade D*, provided it is in combination with two GCE A-Levels at grades A*A including A* in Mathematics and A in a Science subject. Science subjects include Computer Science, Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry,and Physics.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate

We do not consider the National Certificate for entry to this course.

If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification, please contact the academic department(s) you plan to apply to.

Cambridge Level 3 Technical Extended Diploma (CTEC)

We consider the Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma for entry, provided it is in Engineering with grades D*DD, in combination with a grade A* in A-Level Mathematics and grade A in a second A-Level subject.

OR

The Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma in any subject with grades D*DD, in combination with a grade A* in A Level Mathematics and grade A in A Level Computer Science, Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

Cambridge Level 3 Technical Diploma (CTEC)  

We consider the Cambridge Technical Diploma for entry, provided it is in Engineering with grades D*D in combination with a grade A* in A-Level Mathematics and grade A in a second A-Level subject. 

OR

The Cambridge Technical Diploma in any subject with grades D*D, in combination with a grade A* in A-Level Mathematics and grade A in A-Level Computer Science, Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

Cambridge Level 3 Technical Foundation Diploma (CTEC)

We consider the Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma for entry in any subject, provided it is in combination with two A-Levels including Mathematics and one Science subject. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma with grades D*D, plus grade A* in A-Level Mathematics and grade A in A-Level Computer Science, Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

Cambridge Level 3 Technical Extended Certificate (CTEC)

We consider the Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate for entry in any subject at grade D* provided it is in combination with two A-Levels at grades A*A including A* in Mathematics and A in A-Level Computer Science, Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

Cambridge Level 3 Technical Certificate (CTEC)

We do not consider the Technical Certificate for entry to this course.

If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification, please contact the academic department(s) you plan to apply to.

Each application is considered individually. Applicants should contact the Admissions Office to discuss their particular circumstances. 

Our standard academic requirements include 60 credits in a science or engineering-related subject, with 45 credits at Level 3 with a Distinction grade. A minimum of 15 credits must be in Mathematics. Students are also required to have a grade A* in A-Level Mathematics with a pure element. 

D2, D2, D3 in three Principal subjects, including D2 in Mathematics, and a minimum of one Science subject at D2 or D3. Science subjects include Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.

We also consider applicants offering Pre-U Principal Subjects, or a mix of Pre-U and A-Level, in three distinct subjects.

The University welcomes and recognises the value of the Cambridge Pre-U Global Perspectives and Research (GPR) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills. However, the qualification will not form part of your offer conditions.

We do not accept T Levels as entry onto this programme. The University does accept T Level qualifications on a number of courses. Please review our T Level information page for a full list.

The University recognises the benefits of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills.

Although the Extended Project will not be included in the conditions of your offer, we strongly encourage you to provide information about the EPQ in your personal statement and your interview. A number of our academic Departments may also choose to take your performance in the EPQ into account should places be available in August for applicants who narrowly miss the entry grades for their chosen course. 

The University welcomes and recognises the value of Level 3 core mathematics qualifications (e.g. AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies).  

Core Mathematics is not a compulsory element of post-16 study and as a result we will not normally include it in the conditions of any offer made to the student. However, if a student chooses to undertake a core mathematics qualification this may be taken into account when we consider their application, particularly for certain non-science courses with a distinct mathematical or statistical element. 

We advise students to contact the academic department, who will clarify whether their specific portfolio of qualifications is acceptable for entry on to their chosen course.  

If you are a student who has followed a non-standard educational route, e.g. you have been educated at home; your application will be considered against the standard entry criteria of the course for which you are applying. You will be required to demonstrate that you meet the specified academic entry requirements of the course. We will also require a reference from somebody who knows you well enough, in an official capacity, to write about you and your suitability for higher education. Please refer to UCAS for further information:  UCAS reference guidelines.

If you are a home-schooled student and would like further information or advice please contact the academic department for your chosen course who will be able to help you

Mature applicants who are returning to studies after a break from formal education will be considered on a case-by-case basis.  

If you require further clarification about the acceptability of the qualifications you hold please contact the Department of Computer Science directly.    

As a general guide, you will need an approved English Language qualification, the equivalent of a good A-Level in Mathematics and experience of relevant study in the year prior to entry. Applicants may also be required to evidence sufficient scientific background. The mathematics requirement may be met by achieving 85% in 60 credits from the following Open University modules: MST124 Essential Mathematics 1 and MST125 Essential Mathematics 2. Other online courses are not accepted.  

Find out further information for mature students .

All applicants to the University (from the UK and Overseas) are required to show evidence of English Language proficiency. The minimum English Language requirement for this course is either:

• GCSE/iGCSE English Language grade B/6. GCSE/iGCSE English Literature will not be accepted in lieu of GCSE/iGCSE English Language.
• IELTS 7.0 overall, with no subscore below 6.5
• TOEFL iBT 100 overall, with no subscore below 22
• An acceptable  equivalent qualification

Students eligible for a contextual offer will be required to evidence English language proficiency at GCSE English Language grade C/5.

Some English Language test results are only valid for two years. Your English Language test report must be valid on the start date of the course.

The University of Manchester is committed to attracting and supporting the very best students. We have a focus on nurturing talent and ability and we want to make sure that you have the opportunity to study here, regardless of your financial circumstances.

For information about scholarships and bursaries please visit our  undergraduate student finance pages .

Applications are considered on the basis of the UCAS form.

Strong examination results are the main factor in admitting students to our courses. We consider other information to ensure we admit students with the most outstanding potential. This is assessed within a structured framework and includes prior and predicted grades. Your referee should give realistic grade predications for all qualifications that you are currently studying at the top of their reference. If you attend a non-UK school or college that does not provide predicted grades your referee should explain this policy within their reference. 

At present, there is no requirement for an additional aptitude test for entry to the course in 2025. Any updates to this policy will be posted here.

Applications for deferred entry are considered equally to other applications up to the point of confirmation.

Deferred entry is granted at the discretion of admissions staff and is normally granted for one year only and up to two years maximum (in exceptional circumstances). In order to be granted deferred entry, you must be able to meet your offer conditions in the admissions cycle in which you apply. Some English Language test results, such as IELTS or TOEFL, are only valid for two years from the test date. Your English Language test report must be valid on the start date of the course.

If you have re-sat individual modules to improve your grades, we will consider your application according to the standard selection process. If you are planning to re-sit the final Year 13 examinations, or have already done so, the University will consider your application, but we may require further information in order to make an informed judgment. 

We are happy to consider applicants who are taking their examinations in more than one sitting, provided they are taken over the standard two-year period. 

If you applied in the previous year and your application was not successful you may apply again.

Your application will be considered against the standard course entry criteria for that year of entry.  In your new application you should demonstrate how your application has improved. We may draw upon all information from your previous applications, or any previous registrations at the University as a student, when assessing your suitability for your chosen course.

If you are applying for a place for the same year of entry through UCAS Extra, you should provide additional evidence of your suitability for the course. If you are applying through Clearing, you are required to meet the advertised Clearing requirements. In both UCAS Extra and Clearing, places will be subject to availability.

We are unable to accept applications for second year entry with the exception of those coming through our advanced entry programmes with partner institutions.   

Please note we do not offer transfers into the third year of our courses.  

If you are applying for a transfer into first year entry from studies at another university, you will be required to achieve high grades in your most recent relevant studies, in addition to meeting our Level 3 entry requirements. 

The course unit details given below are subject to change, and are the latest example of the curriculum available on this course of study.

The course unit details given below are subject to change, and are the latest example of the curriculum available on this course of study.

The course unit details given below are subject to change, and are the latest example of the curriculum available on this course of study.

The University of Manchester is committed to attracting and supporting the very best students. We have a focus on nurturing talent and ability and we want to make sure that you have the opportunity to study here, regardless of your financial circumstances.

For information about scholarships and bursaries please visit our  undergraduate student finance pages .

Practical support and advice for current students and applicants is available from the Disability Advisory and Support Service. Email: dass@manchester.ac.uk

This degree has been accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), The Chartered Institute for IT , under licence from the UK regulator, the Engineering Council . Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the standards set by the Engineering Council in the UK Standard for Processional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC).

An accredited degree will provide you with some or all of the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills required for eventual registration as a Chartered IT Professional (CITP), Chartered Engineer (CEng), or Incorporated Engineer (IEng). Some employers recruit preferentially from accredited degrees, and an accredited degree is likely to be recognised by other countries that are signatories to international accords.