Computer Science (BSc)

Award
Bachelor of Science
Course Type
Full-time
Academic year
2025 / 2026

About this course

Our BSc Computer Science degree programme will help you learn how to design and build software programs and systems.

You don’t need previous computing experience. From the first programming module, you can choose your own level. Whether you're a beginner or a proficient programmer, this Computer Science programme will provide support or a challenge accordingly.

Eligibility criteria

  • Indian School Certificate (ISCE): 82% and above, with 85% and above in Mathematics
  • Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE): 82% and above, with 85% and above in Mathematics
  • International Baccalaureate: Pass with 38 points overall, with 19 points at Higher level including 6 points at Higher Level Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches) or 7 at Higher Level (Applications and Interpretation)
  • A levels: A*AA including Grade A and above in Mathematics
  • IELTS: 6.5 overall with 6.0 in reading, writing, speaking, and listening

What you’ll do on this programme

On this programme, you’ll find out about the latest advances in areas like machine learning, cyber security and computer vision. Through a mix of theoretical, design and practical subjects, you'll learn about:

  • basic computer science theory
  • the ethical and legal frameworks which computer scientists and software engineers work within
  • the practicalities of working with computers
  • key techniques and application areas

You’ll gain the knowledge to develop technologies that can make a difference to people’s lives in topics, such as:

  • algorithmics
  • computer systems
  • data management
  • artificial intelligence
  • networks and security
  • programming

Careers

We are a top 20 UK university for employability (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022).

Graduating in computer science from a double-world top 100 university gives you a powerful advantage in the global job market. The digital sector is booming, with job creation outpacing other industries by double.

Companies look to hire our graduates, confident they will make an immediate impact.

Career opportunities

With this Computer Science degree, you can pursue programming, software development, IT project management, or information systems oversight. 

Most of our graduates go straight into computer science jobs in high-tech companies. Potential roles include:

  • software engineer
  • app developer
  • web developer
  • systems analyst

It’s also a great foundation for further study at master's degree or PhD level.

Companies you could work at

University of Southampton computer science graduates have secured roles at organisations including:

  • Apple
  • Sony
  • Cisco Systems
  • Audi
  • Microsoft

Careers services at University of Southampton Delhi

As well as support from our team in Delhi, you'll have access to our market-leading employability development offering. This includes:

  • online resources
  • regular workshops
  • one-to-one guidance and support with qualified careers professionals through our MyCareer platform

 Through our e-mentoring scheme, you'll also have access to:

  • tailored career planning
  • advice on employability skills
  • industry insight

We have incorporated our employability skills model, Successful Futures, into our curriculum. Our links with multi-national and industrial organisations mean that you can expect to engage with employers and explore potential career paths.

You will receive a personalised employability programme that will provide excellent prospects for securing a premium placement and financial security on graduating. 

We also host regular alumni events hosted in person across major cities in India, allowing you to grow your own networks.

Our support is ongoing, and once you graduate, you'll be part of a global community of over 220,000 alumni that spans over 180 countries.