Bachelor of Science (BSc)

BSc Computer Science

Steeped in computing history and with close industry relationships, there is no better place to embark upon your journey into computer science.
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Year of entry: 2025
  • UCAS course code: G400 / Institution code: M20
  • Key features:
  • Scholarships available
  • Accredited course

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Course overview

  • Birthplace of the world's first stored-program computer and home to the first graduates in Computer Science!
  • Number-one targeted university by top UK employers (THE Graduate Market, 2022 and 2023)
  • Enjoy the freedom to choose from an extremely wide range of Computer Science modules and curate your skillset
  • Ranked shared first place for best Computer Science research environment in the UK (REF 2021)
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Computer Science @ University of Manchester

A study experience that makes a difference

We place social responsibility at the heart of your learning which means you can take advantage of unique ways to make a difference while studying with us, through your course or through extra-curricular activities.

  • Complete our Ethical Grand Challenges to learn how you can create a better world and become more socially responsible.
  • Work with an external organisation to tackle real-world sustainability problems through our University Living Lab.
  • Discover subjects that broaden your horizon with our interdisciplinary learning opportunities.

Every course at Manchester contributes towards the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, so no matter what you're studying you'll be playing an active role in the protection of people and planet.

You will explore the following goals in your course:

  • Goal 4: Quality education
  • Goal 8: Decent work and economic growth
  • Goal 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure
  • Goal 17: Partnerships for the goals

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Contact details

Department
Department of Computer Science
Contact name
Undergraduate Admissions Officer
Telephone
+44 (0)161 275 4300
Email
Website
https://www.cs.manchester.ac.uk
School/Faculty overview

The School of Engineering creates a world of possibilities for students pursuing skills and understanding. Through dynamic research and teaching we develop engineering solutions that make a difference to society in an ethical and sustainable way.  Science-based engineering is at the heart of what we do, and through collaboration we support the engineers and scientists of tomorrow to become technically strong, analytically innovative and creative. Find out more about Science and Engineering at Manchester .

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