Computing for Business and Management BSc (Hons)
University of Sussex
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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22-SEP-25

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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22-SEP-25

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3 Years

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**Top 15 in the UK for Business and Economics (The Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2023)****100% of our research impact in Computer Science and Informatics was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)** **About the course**Computing for Business and Management at Sussex combines a professional education in computing with specialisation in applications from computing to commerce.The course covers software development, blended with the study ...Read more


Top 15 in the UK for Business and Economics (The Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2023)


100% of our research impact in Computer Science and Informatics was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)


About the course

Computing for Business and Management at Sussex combines a professional education in computing with specialisation in applications from computing to commerce.The course covers software development, blended with the study of:- business- innovation- marketing- management.You’ll study in our Future Technologies Labs, which include a student-focused hub, teaching labs with suites of high-spec computers, and project workspaces.When you graduate, your skills in leadership, project management and strategy formulation will be excellent preparation for a career in computing and IT.


Accreditation

Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.


Location

Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.


About the University of Sussex

Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
72/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
34th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
47th
Business Computing
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
10%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
85%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Business Computing graduate salary at this uni
£29,000
UK Business Computing graduate salary
£25,000
Computer Science
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
10%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
90%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Computer Science graduate salary at this uni
£29,000
UK Computer Science graduate salary
£25,000
What students say
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Simal
15 Jan 24

Campus look and feel make the best of studying. It makes me more motivated and excited. However some of the buildings are old and might me needed for a makeover...Read more

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Willow
15 Jan 24

Great campus and facilities. Teaching is top-notch and lots of important research going on here. Not really anything I would improve, I have had a brilliant experience with lots..Read more

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Scottish Higher:

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Access to HE Diploma:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Extended Project:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDD Grades / Points required

T Level:

D Grades / Points required

You will also need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics, with at least grade 6 (or grade B).We will also consider applicants with grade 5 in Mathematics if you are taking A-level Computer Science, Chemistry, Maths or Physics.You should also have a broad range of GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

You will need Scottish National 5 in Mathematics at grade B.

Pass Diploma with at least 39 level 3 credits at Merit or above including 24 credits at Distinction.The Access to HE Diploma should be in Computing or Science. You will need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics, with at least grade 6 (or grade B).

We take the EPQ into account when considering your application and it can be useful in the summer when your results are released if you have narrowly missed the conditions of your offer. We do not routinely include the EPQ in the conditions of your offer but we sometimes offer alternative conditions that include the EPQ. If you wish to discuss this further please contact Admissions at ug.applicants@sussex.ac.uk

This score should be from the full IB Diploma.

The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma would normally be in Computing or Information Technology.You will also need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics, with at least grade 6 (or grade B).You should also have a broad range of GCSEs 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

including grade B in the Core Component.The T Level would normally be in Digital Production, Design and Development, Digital Business Services or Digital Support Services.You will also need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics, with at least grade 6 (or grade B).You should also have a broad range of GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

Popular A-level subjects

Computer Science

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Mathematics
60%
Computing
38%
Physics
32%
Information & Communication technology
18%
Economics
12%
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Business Computing

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Mathematics
60%
Computing
38%
Physics
32%
Information & Communication technology
18%
Economics
12%
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Campus look and feel make the best of studying. It makes me more motivated and excited. However some of the buildings are old and might me needed for a makeover....
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Willow
15 Jan 24
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Great campus and facilities. Teaching is top-notch and lots of important research going on here. Not really anything I would improve, I have had a brilliant experience with lots...
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University of Sussex
University of Sussex , Brighton

The University of Sussex is a world-leading research-intensive institution (REF, 2021) based near the popular seaside city of Brighton....

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Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton Brighton & Hove BN1 9RH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Moulsecoomb  1.1 miles away

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