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University of East Anglia UEA
Norwich Research Park
Norwich
NR4 7TJ
Computing Science with Study Abroad
- MCompu (H)
- 4 Years
- Full-time with time abroad
- 14 September 2026
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
- Awarded by:
- University of East Anglia
Course summary
Overview
In this four-year Computing Science with Study Abroad degree, you’ll follow the BSc programme structure while you’ll take a year abroad. Learn to programme the future and gain a solid foundation in a range of computing fields, including managing and storing data for banks and businesses; creating and designing action-packed games; improving web usability and user experience, or developing next- generation apps, AI, robotics, cloud computing, big data and lots, lots more. This flexible course is ideal if you’re a digital native who already lives and breathes computing. You might like solving real-world problems, or coding your next-generation apps and websites, designing your own games, or building your own hardware.
You’ll acquire a strong grounding in the theory of computing science, as well as gaining experience and skills in software engineering and problem solving. You’ll become a competent programmer in a range of modern general-purpose languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, C and C++. You’ll explore the underlying principles of the subject and learn to adopt a logical, systematic approach to developing solutions to real-world problems.
All our computer science courses follow an identical structure in the first two years. This means that you can easily transfer between them if you decide you want to incorporate a year abroad, a year in industry or continue to Master’s level learning. In core modules, you’ll cultivate the essential skills of a computing professional. And in optional modules you’ll be able to sample some of the wide range of problems that arise in both research and industry. You’ll also gain transferable skills that will help your long-term development, such as working in teams, project management and presenting ideas.
You’ll also learn from the latest research done at UEA.
IT industries are growing fast and provide various job opportunities each year. You can work as a software and computer games developer, data scientist, website designer or specialist in user experience (UX). You’ll also have huge career possibilities in cybersecurity, network and systems engineering.
Disclaimer
Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- MCompu (H) • Full-time with time abroad • 4 Years
Start dates
- 14 September 2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- G409
- Institution code:
- E14
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- G409
- Institution code:
- E14
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
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Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff Not accepted
A level AAB
including one of the subjects listed below.
Contextual offer: BBB including one of the subjects listed below.
Accepted subjects: Mathematics, Computing Science, Digital Technology, Chemistry, Physics, Electronics or Economics. Where applicable Science A-Levels awarded by an English exam board require a pass in the practical element. Critical Thinking and General Studies are not accepted.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) DDD
in an IT, Engineering or Science based subject.
Contextual offer: DDM in an IT, Engineering or Science based subject.
Please see UEA website for further information on accepted combinations.
Excludes BTEC Public Services, BTEC Uniformed Services and BTEC Business Administration.
Access to HE Diploma D: 36 credits M: 9 credits
including 12 Level 3 credits in Mathematics, Computing Science, Digital Technology, Chemistry, Physics or Economics.
Contextual Offer: Merit in 30 credits at Level 3 and pass in 15 credits at Level 3 including 12 credits in Mathematics, Computing Science, Chemistry, Physics, Electronics or Economics at Merit.
Scottish Higher AAAAA
including Mathematics, Computing Science, Chemistry, Digital Technology, Physics or Economics.
Scottish Advanced Higher BBC
including grade B in Mathematics, Computing Science, Chemistry, Digital Technology, Physics or Economics.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme 33 points
including Higher Level 5 in Mathematics (Applications and Interpretation or Analysis and Approaches), Computing Science, Chemistry, Digital Technology, Physics or Economics.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Principal subjects and A-level combinations are considered - please contact us.
T Level D
Acceptable subjects are: Science, Design Surveying and Planning for Construction, Digital Production Design and Development, Digital Business Services, Digital Support Services, Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control, and Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing.
GCSE Requirements: GCSE English Language grade C or 4 and GCSE Mathematics grade B or 5.
UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes – please see our website www.uea.ac.uk/apply/undergraduate/contextual-admissions for further information.
We welcome a wide range of qualifications - for further information please visit our website www.uea.ac.uk
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component) |
We welcome applications from students from all academic backgrounds. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including speaking, listening, reading and writing)
We will also accept a number of other English language qualifications. Please check our website for details: https://www.uea.ac.uk/apply/our-admissions-policy/english-language-equivalencies
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
This course may make contextual offers. This means that we use additional information to understand and recognise your potential to succeed at UEA. Using this insight, we could provide you with an offer with reduced entry requirements to study at UEA. You don’t need to do anything to be considered – if eligible we will process your contextual offer automatically, based on the data we hold in your application. We do not make contextual offers during clearing. Check our website for eligibility.
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Tuition fees increase annually for all students in subsequent years of study. Any fee increase is based on the fee for the year that you register. Home undergraduate fees, whose rates are regulated by the UK Government, will be amended in line with any alteration advised by the UK Government. Fees not regulated by the UK Government will increase by a maximum of 4% or RPI-X whichever is the higher. RPI-X is the Retail Prices Index excluding mortgage interest.
For further information about additional costs for your course and information on fee status please see our website.
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