Careers and employability
Liverpool’s computer science graduates go onto well-paid graduate jobs and careers such as: computer programmer; software developer; systems analyst; software engineer; technical consultant; web designer.
Computer science graduates will enter a high-in-demand pool in the field with possible roles in:
- computer programmers, web developers, or software engineers
- data scientists
- artificial intelligence researchers
- systems analysts
- technical consultants.
Recent employers include:
- BAE Systems
- BT
- Guardian Media Group
- Royal Bank of Scotland
- Siemens
- Unilever
87% of computer science students find their main activity after graduation meaningful.
Graduate Outcomes, 2018-19.
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Fees and funding
Your tuition fees, funding your studies, and other costs to consider.
Tuition fees
UK fees (applies to Channel Islands, Isle of Man and Republic of Ireland) |
Full-time place, per year |
£9,250 |
Year in industry fee |
£1,850 |
Year abroad fee |
£1,385 |
International fees |
Full-time place, per year |
£28,000 |
Year in industry fee |
£1,850 |
Year abroad fee |
£14,000 |
Fees shown are for the academic year 2024/25. Please note that the Year Abroad fee also applies to the Year in China.
Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching and assessment, operating facilities such as libraries, IT equipment, and access to academic and personal support. Learn more about paying for your studies..
Additional costs
We understand that budgeting for your time at university is important, and we want to make sure you understand any course-related costs that are not covered by your tuition fee. This could include buying a laptop, books, or stationery.
Find out more about the additional study costs that may apply to this course.
Entry requirements
The qualifications and exam results you'll need to apply for this course.
A*AA with grade A in A-level Maths or Computer Science. BTEC not accepted.
Applicants with the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) are eligible for a reduction in grade requirements. For this course, the offer is AAA with an A in the EPQ.
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Your qualification
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Requirements
About our typical entry requirements
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A levels |
A*AA with grade A in A level Maths
You may automatically qualify for reduced entry requirements through our contextual offers scheme.
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T levels |
T levels are not currently accepted.
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GCSE |
4/C in English and 4/C in Mathematics |
Subject requirements |
For applicants from England: For science A levels that include the separately graded practical endorsement, a "Pass" is required.
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BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate |
Acceptable at grade D* (any subject) alongside A*A at A level. A Levels must include Mathematics
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BTEC Level 3 Diploma |
BTEC Level 3 Diploma: D*D* in BTEC considered alongside A Level grade A in Mathematics.
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BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma |
Not accepted
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International Baccalaureate |
36 overall including 5 in Higher Level Mathematics
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Irish Leaving Certificate |
Irish Leaving Certificate: H1,H1,H1,H2,H2,H2, including H1 in Higher Maths. We also require a minimum of H6 in Higher English or O3 in Ordinary English |
Scottish Higher/Advanced Higher |
AAA including Maths
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Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced |
Acceptable at grade A or above alongside A*A at A level including A Level Mathematics. |
Cambridge Pre-U Diploma |
Principal subjects acceptable in lieu of A levels. D3 in Cambridge Pre U Principal Subject is accepted as equivalent to A-Level grade A M2 in Cambridge Pre U Principal Subject is accepted as equivalent to A-Level grade B Global Perspectives and Short Courses are not accepted. |
Access |
Not accepted. |
International qualifications |
Many countries have a different education system to that of the UK, meaning your qualifications may not meet our entry requirements. Completing your Foundation Certificate, such as that offered by the University of Liverpool International College, means you're guaranteed a place on your chosen course.
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English language requirements
You'll need to demonstrate competence in the use of English language, unless you’re from a majority English speaking country.
We accept a variety of international language tests and country-specific qualifications.
International applicants who do not meet the minimum required standard of English language can complete one of our Pre-Sessional English courses to achieve the required level.
English language qualification
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Requirements
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IELTS |
6.0 overall, with no component below 5.5 |
TOEFL iBT |
78 overall, with minimum scores of listening 17, writing 17, reading 17 and speaking 19 |
Duolingo English Test |
105 overall, with no component below 95 |
Pearson PTE Academic |
59 overall, with no component below 59 |
LanguageCert Academic |
65 overall, with no skill below 60 |
Cambridge IGCSE First Language English 0500 |
Grade C overall, with a minimum of grade 2 in speaking and listening. Speaking and listening must be separately endorsed on the certificate. |
Cambridge IGCSE First Language English 0990 |
Grade 4 overall, with Merit in speaking and listening |
Cambridge IGCSE Second Language English 0510/0511 |
0510: Grade C overall, with a minimum of grade 2 in speaking. Speaking must be separately endorsed on the certificate. 0511: Grade C overall. |
Cambridge IGCSE Second Language English 0993/0991 |
0993: Grade 5 overall, with a minimum of grade 2 in speaking. Speaking must be separately endorsed on the certificate. 0991: Grade 5 overall. |
International Baccalaureate |
Standard Level grade 5 or Higher Level grade 4 in English B, English Language and Literature, or English Language |
Cambridge ESOL Level 2/3 Advanced |
169 overall, with no paper below 162 |
PRE-SESSIONAL ENGLISH
Do you need to complete a Pre-Sessional English course to meet the English language requirements for this course?
The length of Pre-Sessional English course you’ll need to take depends on your current level of English language ability.
Find out the length of Pre-Sessional English course you may require for this degree.
Alternative entry requirements