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Bachelor of Computing
- Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A one-year research master's in Computing completed through an independent supervised thesis.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Computing in Research Master to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in programming
- Algorithms and computational problem-solving. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Software Developer
- Systems Analyst
- Application Developer
Curriculum
- Independent research project in Computing guided by a supervisor
- Supported by research training and regular supervisory meetings
- And completed with a thesis for examination. Students join the school's research community and its research training and events.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Standard offer 120 UCAS Tariff points (104 contextual) from Level 3 qualifications. GCSE: Applicants will need Maths
- Statistics
- Or Physics and English Language at minimum grade 4/C
- Or equivalents. Additional: Applicants are required to submit an online portfolio with their application.
Accepted academic background
Level 3 qualifications such as A-levels, T Levels, BTEC, Scottish/Irish Highers, Access to HE, International Baccalaureate, Or the country-specific equivalent listed on the country pages, Extended degrees (with a foundation year) take lower points, Top-ups need a prior HND/foundation degree, Some courses need GCSE maths or science and portfolios/interviews.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 each component)
- TOEFL iBT Not published
- PTE Academic Not published
- Cambridge Not published
- Duolingo Not published
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Proof of Identity or Passport
- English Proficiency Evidence Where Applicable.
How to apply
- Check entry requirements (UCAS Tariff points
- GCSEs
- IELTS. Country equivalents at northumbria.ac.uk/yourcountry) and key dates on the course page. Apply directly via the international application on the course page (choose the start month) or through UCAS. No university application fee is stated. Submit qualifications
- English evidence and personal statement. Some courses need a portfolio or interview. Accept the offer and pay the 5
- 500 GBP minimum tuition deposit. Receive the CAS and apply for the UK Student visa with proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £21,500 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £30 GBP |
| Deposit | £5,000 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | City Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Computer Science |
| Department | Department of Computer Science and Information Technology |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 360 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 years |
| Scholarship note | Scholarships, Bursaries, Or merit awards may be available to eligible students at Northumbria University. Eligibility, Award value, And application deadlines vary by scholarship and intake. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
13 Jan 2027
61 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 13 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £21,500 GBP per year. The application fee is £30 GBP. The deposit is £5,000 GBP. The estimated living cost is £11,687 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 each component), TOEFL iBT Not published, PTE Academic Not published, Cambridge Not published, Duolingo Not published.