Course overview
Our BSc Computer Science degree forms the core of our teaching portfolio. It focuses on how computers work and how they may be used to solve real-world problems. You will develop a sound knowledge of the fundamentals of computer science, including appreciations of the interaction between hardware and software, an understanding of human-computer interaction and the sociological impact of information technology, and knowledge of the professional standards and ethics of the computer industry, together with the skills and confidence to react to its ever increasing rate of change.
Professional accreditation
Our BSc in Computer Science is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS). This is an external recognition of the excellence of our teaching, and it is also a recognition that the skills that you learn while studying the degree are of relevance to industry. Graduates from this degree may join the BCS, and with typically five years of industry experience, graduates may achieve UK chartered engineer (CEng) status.
Entry requirements
Our Foundation course route
Our Foundation courses give you another way to study for an undergraduate degree.
Entry requirements
A Level
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BBB, including mathematics, excluding critical thinking and general studies.
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IB Diploma
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30 points with 5, 5, 5 at Higher Level, including 5 points in mathematics at Higher Level.
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STPM
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B+B+B+, including mathematics, excluding Pengajian Am.
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UEC
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2 As including mathematics and grade B3 in 3 other academic subjects, excluding Bahasa Malaysia and Chinese language.
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SAM/AUSMAT
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ATAR 86 including mathematics and other relevant subjects.
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Canadian Ontario Grade 12 Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
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79% average based on 6 subjects with at least 70% in Advanced Functions and Calculus and Vectors.
Canadian Secondary School Diplomas from other provinces are acceptable and to be assessed based on the University’s requirements.
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Advance Placement (AP)
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4, 4, 4, including AP Calculus. Applicants taking non-preferred subjects may be made an offer across more than three subjects at Advanced Placement level.
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Diploma - Other Institutions
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Acceptance is at the discretion of the School but normally would require an overall GPA of 3.3 (out of 4) or 70% and above in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Information System, Science and Technology or other related disciplines. Previous studies must meet the prerequisite requirements to the programme.
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Foundation - Other Institutions
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Acceptance is at the discretion of the School but normally would require an overall GPA of 3.3 (out of 4) or 70% and above (consideration to be made based on relevant subjects), and previous studies must meet the prerequisite requirements to the programme.
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University of Nottingham Malaysia Foundation
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Successful completion of the Foundation in Science or Engineering programme.
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In addition to the entry requirements listed above, applicants must have a credit in additional mathematics or grade B in mathematics and at least a credit in a science subject at SPM/ GCSE/ IGCSE/ High School Diploma or equivalent.
We strongly encourage all interested students to apply. Our students come to us with a diverse range of qualifications and we also consider applicants' personal statement, references and interview performance (if you have one) when making a decision. The only way for us to fully determine eligibility is through the submission of a completed application.
Entry requirements in the prospectus and website may not always apply and individual offers may vary.
English language requirements
IELTS (Academic):
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6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each element)
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TOEFL (iBT):
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79 (minimum 17 in Writing and Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking)
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PTE (Academic):
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65 (with no less than 59 in each element)
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GCE A Level English Language or English Literature:
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grade C
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GCE AS Level English Language or English Literature:
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grade C
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SPM:
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grade B+
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1119 (GCE O):
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grade C
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GCSE O Level:
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grade C
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IGCSE (first language):
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grade C
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IGCSE (second language):
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grade B
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UEC:
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grade B3
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MUET:
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Band 4
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IB English A1 or A2 (SL or HL):
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4 points
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IB English B HL:
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4 points
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IB English B SL:
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5 points
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IELTS, TOEFL and PTE (Academic) test results must be less than two years old and all IELTS must be the academic version of the test. MUET results are valid for five years from the date of the release of results.
Foundation
The Foundation in Science is a 1+3 year programme that results in direct progression to the undergraduate degrees offered within the Faculty of Science. This rigorous programme provides students with a strong academic background that will result in enhanced language, mathematics, critical thinking and study skills.
Students on this programme also chose from a range of elective modules that provide the opportunity to sample topics related to their chosen undergraduate pathway such as chemistry, ecology, computer programming or psychology.
Careers
While many computer science graduates do become programmers, others are employed in a wide variety of jobs. These include computer analysts, IT consultants and planners, network/systems designers and engineers, researchers, software designers and engineers, web designers, web developers and producers as well as roles across advertising and marketing, business and financial analysis, accountancy and investment/merchant banking and legal and quality assurance professions. Some of our graduates have gone on to work for traditional computer companies such as Adobe, Google, Hewlett-Packard, IBM and Microsoft. Others have found jobs with employers such as Accenture, Experian, and Ocado.
New computer science graduates frequently command
some of the highest-paid entry-level positions compared to graduates in other disciplines. Many of our graduates continue to further studies in subjects such as machine learning, e-commerce, information security and psychology. The School has a good record for recruiting PhD students from our own graduates and our MSc degrees prove an attractive option.