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BSc (Hons) Computer Science
A broad, principled grounding in computer science theory and practical skills for solving real-world problems. A placement year can be added for workplace experience.
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Potential funding at University of York
Sri Lanka is on the eligible list for the York International Undergraduate Scholarship (£5,000 per year) and the York International Masters Scholarship (£5,000–£8,000 per year) for 2027/28. Achievement Scholarships of up to £10,000 (first year only) are open to all international UG and masters applicants.
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A broad, principled grounding in computer science theory and practical skills for solving real-world problems. A placement year can be added for workplace experience.
This 36-month undergraduate route concentrates on programming and computational problem-solving, computer systems, software and data, designing and evaluating practical digital solutions. A placement or professional-experience option is recorded, which can help connect academic learning with workplace practice when available.
Course focus
What you can expect to explore
- Programming and computational problem-solving
- Computer systems, software and data
- Designing and evaluating practical digital solutions
- Design and build software solutions.
Skills development
Capabilities you can build
- Programming
- Algorithmic thinking
- Systems analysis
- Technical project work
The balance of technical, academic and professional skills depends on the modules and assessments offered for your intake.
Learning experience
How you may learn
- Applied work such as case studies, workshops, projects or problem-based tasks.
- Independent study and progressively more complex assignments or projects.
- A placement or professional-experience route is recorded; its length, availability and eligibility should be confirmed for the selected intake.
Who is this course for?
A strong fit for students who enjoy logical problem-solving and want a broad technical foundation for digital careers. Entry requirements still determine eligibility, and students should compare the official module list with their own career goals before applying.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Relevant career directions may include:
- Software developer
- Systems analyst
- IT consultant
- Technical solutions specialist
These are examples, not guaranteed outcomes. Employment depends on your experience, location, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed.
Course contents
Published course content for this programme.
33 curriculum items were captured from the university’s official course page. These may include modules, course units or published curriculum topics, and can change by intake, pathway and availability.
- 01TheoryPublished course content
- 02SoftwarePublished course content
- 03Systems and DevicesPublished course content
- 04DataPublished course content
- 05Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)Published course content
- 06Intelligent SystemsPublished course content
- 07EngineeringPublished course content
- 08Cyber securityPublished course content
- 09Software 1: Foundations of Programming for Computer SciencePublished course content
- 10Theory 1: Mathematical Foundations of Computer SciencePublished course content
- 11Human-Computer InteractionPublished course content
- 12Software 2: Object-Oriented Data Structures and AlgorithmsPublished course content
- 13Systems and Devices 1: Introduction to Computer ArchitecturesPublished course content
- 14Theory 2: Formal Languages and AutomataPublished course content
- 15Academic integrity modulePublished course content
- 16Engineering 1: Systems and Software EngineeringPublished course content
- 17Systems and Devices 2: Operating Systems, Security and NetworkingPublished course content
- 18Theory 3: Computability, Complexity and LogicPublished course content
- 19Intelligent Systems: Machine Learning and OptimisationPublished course content
- 20Data: Introduction to Data SciencePublished course content
- 21Systems and Devices 3: Advanced Computer SystemsPublished course content
- 22Computer Science ProjectPublished course content
- 23AI Search & LogicPublished course content
- 24Autonomous RobotsPublished course content
- 25Cryptography Theory and PracticePublished course content
- 26Embedded Systems Design and ImplementationPublished course content
- 27Engineering 2: Automated Software EngineeringPublished course content
- 28Ethical Hacking, Analysis and InvestigationPublished course content
- 29High-Integrity Systems EngineeringPublished course content
- 30High-Performance Parallel and Distributed SystemsPublished course content
- 31Human Factors: Technology in ContextPublished course content
- 32Deep LearningPublished course content
- 33Legal Practice, Technology and Computer SciencePublished course content
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- A-levels AAA
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Sri Lankan GCE Advanced Level: between AAA and BBB depending on course (specific subject scores may be required); Foundation or International Year One available via the International Pathway College
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5, minimum 6.0 in each component
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