Course description
Through the study of computer science, you’ll learn how to understand the theoretical issues underlying a problem and how to engineer a solution. You can experiment with speech recognition, voice synthesis, text summarisation, machine translation, robot learning and control, computational biology or virtual reality.
As well as learning to program and think analytically, you’ll be encouraged to work in teams and develop your communication skills.
In your third year, you’ll complete a dissertation project, giving you scope for creative and intellectual input. In your final year, you’ll also get the chance to be part of a research team, working alongside a member of staff in one of our research labs. You’ll also have the chance to work in our student-led software company, Genesys.
This course is accredited by the British Computer Society. The courses fully meet the requirements for Chartered Information Technology Professional and Chartered Engineer.
Modules
There may be some changes before you start your course.
Core modules:
- Introduction to Software Engineering
- Foundations of Computer Science
- Java Programming
- Machines and Intelligence
- Devices and Networks
- Web and Internet Technology
- Introduction to Algorithms and Data Structures
- Global Engineering Challenge Week
The content of our courses is reviewed annually to make sure it’s up-to-date and relevant. Individual modules are occasionally updated or withdrawn. This is in response to discoveries through our world-leading research; funding changes; professional accreditation requirements; student or employer feedback; outcomes of reviews; and variations in staff or student numbers. In the event of any change we’ll consult and inform students in good time and take reasonable steps to minimise disruption. We are no longer offering unrestricted module choice. If your course included unrestricted modules, your department will provide a list of modules from their own and other subject areas that you can choose from.
Entry requirements
The A Level entry requirements for this course are:
AAA; AAB
AAA, including Maths; AAB, including A in Maths and B in Computer Science
A Levels + additional qualifications AAB, including A in Maths + B in a relevant EPQ; ABB, including A in Maths and B in Computer Science + B in a relevant EPQ; AAB including A in Maths + A in AS or B in A Level Further Maths; ABB, including A in Maths and B in Computer Science + A in AS or B in A Level Further Maths
International Baccalaureate 36, with 6 in Higher Level Maths; 34, with 6 in Higher Level Maths and 5 in Computer Science
BTEC Extended Diploma DDD in Engineering, Applied Science, IT or Computing + A in A Level Maths
BTEC Diploma DD in Engineering, Applied Science, IT or Computing + A in A Level Maths
T Level Distinction in the T Level in Digital Production Design and Development, including grade A in the core component + A in A Level Maths
Scottish Highers + 1 Advanced Higher AAAAB + A in Maths
Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A Levels A + AA, including Maths; B + AA in Maths and Computer Science
Access to HE Diploma Award of Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 39 at Distinction (to include 18 credits in Maths) and 6 at Merit
English language requirements |
You must demonstrate that your English is good enough for you to successfully complete your course. For this course we require: GCSE English Language at grade 4/C; IELTS grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component; or an alternative acceptable English language qualification
Pathway programme for international students
If you’re an international student who does not meet the entry requirements for this course, you have the opportunity to apply for an International Foundation Year in Science and Engineering at the University of Sheffield International College. This course is designed to develop your English language and academic skills. Upon successful completion, you can progress to degree level study at the University of Sheffield.
Fees
£9,250
Home students2022 annual tuition fee
£25,670
Overseas students2022 annual tuition fee
key dates
September start
Monday 29 August 2022
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Last date to request a deferral to September 2023 entry. You can request a deferral via your online application. We’re not able to consider deferral requests for applications to courses using our staged admissions process.
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Friday 9 September 2022 (17:00 British Summer Time)
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Applications close for September 2022 entry
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Monday 17 October 2022
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Last date to register for most courses
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