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UndergraduateHigher National CertificateUCAS: I104

Computing Science

Coventry University
Scarborough, England
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1 yearDuration
£15,500Per Year (Intl)
£32,000Avg. Graduate Salary
85%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Offered by Coventry University, the HNC Computing Science provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in engineering and technology. Based in Scarborough, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. You can choose to study this course in London or Scarborough. Computing science is the study of the theory, experimentation, and engineering used in the design and use of computers. The rapid adoption of digital technology has increased the demand for highly skilled professionals with a thorough understanding of key computing technologies, combined with the practical skills to solve software issues. International tuition fees are £1,900 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £28,500 within three years.

What You'll Learn

Fundamentals of Programming
Digital Systems and Computer Architecture
IT Security and Risk Management
Database Design and SQL
Web Development Essentials
Software Development Practices
Computer Networks and Communications
Systems Administration Basics
UCAS Code:I104
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

UCAS Points64

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£15,500

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£15,500

Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Coventry University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£28,000£32,000£36,500
3 years£22,500£28,500£36,000
5 years£26,500£36,000£49,000

UK subject average: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 19% above UK average salary
This course
£28,500
UK average
£24,000
Salary 5 years after graduation 50% above UK average salary
This course
£36,000
UK average
£24,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £7,500 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH11-01-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

50%Working
10%Studying
20%Work & Study
20%Seeking Work
75%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
85%
Learning opportunities
86%
Assessment and feedback
81%
Academic support
89%
Organisation and management
86%
Learning resources
91%
Student voice
80%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
57%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

2 Scholarships Available

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Coventry University Group Scholarship

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£4,000scholarship value
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About Coventry University

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