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BSc Computer Science (International)
About the programme
Computer science is a dynamic discipline with a diverse range of applications and career paths. This programme explores the theory and practice of innovative and experimental computer science, allowing you to develop well-rounded professional and technical skills.
Our Computer Science programme provides you with the knowledge and skills required to become a computing professional. You will learn to work effectively in a professional software and systems development environment. Delivering a broad yet rigorous grounding in computer science, this programme uses both theoretical and practical learning approaches. You will gain cutting-edge knowledge and skills through state-of-the-art equipment and expert teaching offered at the School of Computing and Communications.
Key Facts
Application to the 2-year BSc Computer Science (International) degree programme is for students from institutions with an appropriate partnership agreement. Under these agreements the equivalent to Year 1 will be studied at one of our partner universities. We are not able to consider applications from students outside of these partnership agreements.
How to apply
Application is made through UCAS. Students should select Year 2 entry.
Contact us
Please email us with any queries
Course Structure
Tab Content: Year 2
In your second year at Lancaster, you will be motivated by topics that become progressively deeper and more specialised as your skills develop. In addition to progressing your foundational understanding, programming, and software design skills, you will explore social, ethical and professional issues related to the discipline and will complete a group project. This will prepare you for and give you experience of computing in the real-world.
During year 2 you will study the following compulsory modules and choose from a range of optional modules. Please note that the optional module offerings may change year on year.
Core modules
- Computer Networks and Systems
- Data Engineering
- Group Project
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Secure Cyber Systems
- Software Design
Optional modules
- Advanced Programming
- Algorithms
- Applied Security Methods
- Artificial Intelligence Concepts
- Concurrent and Parallel Systems
- Extended Reality
- Internet Applications
- Operating Systems
- Sustainable Computing
Tab Content: Year 3
Your final year will give you the opportunity to explore a range of well-constructed and enriching optional modules, as well as undertaking an individual project. In this project you will work closely with one of our academics, allowing you to use and further develop the skills acquired throughout your degree.
Please note that the optional module offerings may change year on year.
Core modules
- Third Year Project
Optional modules
- Advanced Cyber Security
- Advanced Networking
- Computer Graphics
- Computer Science Education
- Computer Vision
- Cyber Security Analytics
- Deep Learning
- Digital Health
- Distributed Systems
- Embedded Systems
- Languages and Compilation
- Natural Language Processing
- Secure Artificial Intelligence
Entry requirements
Students studying at one of our partner institutions
For entry to this programme, you must be studying on an approved curriculum at one of our partner institutions. We will advise you separately of the entry requirements specific to your particular programme. In each case, we have benchmarked these to be the equivalent to 2:1 in Year 1 at Lancaster.
Further guidance on admission to the University, including other qualifications that we accept, frequently asked questions and information on applying, can be found on our general admissions webpages.
Contact Admissions Team + 44 (0) 1524 592028 or via ugadmissions@lancaster.ac.uk
Fees and funding
Our annual tuition fee is set for a 12-month session, starting in the October of your year of study.
Our undergraduate tuition fees for 2023/24 are:
| UK | International |
|---|---|
| £9,250 | £22,650 |