Computer Science at the University of Greenwich is taught through the Faculty of Engineering and Science, on a campus that occupies the historic Old Royal Naval College, a UNESCO World Heritage Site directly on the Thames. Greenwich began life as Woolwich Polytechnic in 1890 and became a university in 1992; it is not a high-tariff, heavily selective institution, but a large, mass-volume, widening-participation university that competes on genuine London location, comparatively accessible entry requirements, and (from 2026) its new strategic merger with the University of Kent under the London and South East University Group. This guide covers what Greenwich's BSc (Hons) Computer Science actually costs and takes to get into, alongside its 1-year MSc Computer Science option for graduates.
Acceptance Rate
Greenwich does not publish an official acceptance or offer rate, at either the university-wide or course level. Like most UK universities outside the most selective tier, most applicants who meet the published academic and English-language bar for Computer Science receive an offer; there is no holistic committee weighing your file against a fixed number of scarce seats. For applicants below the direct-entry bar, Greenwich also runs University of Greenwich International College (UGIC), an embedded pathway college offering guaranteed progression onto the main Computer Science degree after completing its International Year Zero or International Year One route.
Fees and Cost of Attendance
| Cost Item | Amount (GBP/year) |
|---|---|
| Tuition (BSc Computer Science, international) | £17,975 |
| Living expenses (London) | ~£15,000 |
| Total estimated annual cost | ~£32,975 |
Over the standard 3-year BSc, total cost runs to roughly £98,925 before any scholarships. Greenwich also offers a 1-year MSc Computer Science for graduate-level study, priced at £18,500/year in tuition. Greenwich's International Scholarship Award, a tuition-fee discount open to all international offer-holders, is available and administered by the international admissions team; the exact amount varies by cycle and course.
Admission Requirements
Greenwich assesses A-Level, BTEC, IB, or recognised international equivalent qualifications rather than a GPA. For BSc (Hons) Computer Science:
- UCAS application and personal statement, or Greenwich's direct international application form
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- An academic or school reference
- English language proficiency evidence (IELTS/PTE Academic/TOEFL iBT/Duolingo), unless exempt
- No portfolio required (Greenwich's portfolio requirement applies to Architecture and Art & Design courses, not Computer Science)
- An ATAS certificate may be required. Certain engineering, science, and technology courses, including some Computer Science routes, are flagged by Greenwich for potential ATAS need; this UK government approval is a separate process from Greenwich's own admissions decision and must be completed before a visa can be issued
Greenwich runs both September/October and January/February intakes on a rolling basis.
How to Get Into Greenwich's Computer Science Programme
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Check early whether your specific Computer Science route requires ATAS clearance. Because ATAS approval is a separate UK government process and can take several weeks, this is the step most likely to hold up a visa application if left too late.
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Apply through the right channel. UCAS for most UK-based undergraduate routes, or Greenwich's direct international portal, which typically gives faster turnaround and a direct line to international admissions.
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If your English score sits around 5.5 overall, look at UGIC's International Year Zero or International Year One route before repeatedly resitting IELTS. UGIC guarantees progression to the main Computer Science degree and gives full university student status from day one.
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Get your financial documentation ready well ahead of your CAS deadline. UK Student visa rules require proof of funds held for a set period before you apply.
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Use the January/February intake as a genuine fallback, not a downgrade, if you miss the main September/October cycle or need more time to arrange your visa and finances.
English Proficiency Requirement (IELTS/TOEFL)
Greenwich's standard undergraduate English-language policy applies to Computer Science:
- IELTS: minimum 6.0 overall, no component below 5.5; recommended 6.5; UGIC's own pathway entry point is set lower, at 5.5 overall
- TOEFL iBT: Greenwich's own TOEFL equivalency table could not be independently verified for this profile. Several UK universities have scaled back or dropped TOEFL acceptance since 2026, so confirm directly with Greenwich's international admissions team before relying on it
- PTE Academic and Duolingo English Test: both accepted, exact score thresholds not independently confirmed
- Waiver: applicants with a prior undergraduate qualification taught and assessed entirely in English, including from a recognised majority-English-speaking country, are typically exempt
For borderline scores, Greenwich's UGIC pathway offers a guaranteed-progression alternative to repeated external resits. See University of Greenwich: Acceptance Rate, Fees, Requirements & How to Get In for the fuller breakdown of admissions process and requirements.
Career Outcomes
Greenwich does not publish an employment rate, average starting salary, or a dedicated list of top recruiters for either undergraduate or graduate outcomes in its current published data, so no specific figures can be quoted here. What Greenwich does highlight is its notable alumni, and the connection to Computer Science is a strong one: Sir Charles Kao, a Greenwich alumnus, won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2009 for pioneering work on fibre-optic communication, technology that underpins the modern internet.
Computer Science graduates from Greenwich, like all Greenwich degree-holders, are fully eligible for the UK's Graduate Route visa: 2 years of unsponsored post-study work rights, with no employer sponsorship required during that period. Combined with Greenwich's genuinely London-based campus, many international Computer Science graduates use the Graduate Route to build UK tech-sector work experience before transitioning to a sponsored skilled-worker visa.
FAQ
Does Greenwich publish an acceptance rate for Computer Science? No. Greenwich doesn't publish course-level or university-wide acceptance figures. It is a widening-participation institution, and most applicants who meet the published academic and English-language requirements receive an offer.
How much does Greenwich's Computer Science degree cost? Tuition is £17,975/year for the BSc (international), with total annual cost (including London living expenses) around £32,975, or roughly £98,925 for the full 3-year degree. The 1-year MSc Computer Science is priced at £18,500/year in tuition.
What IELTS score do I need? An overall IELTS Academic score of 6.0, with no component below 5.5. UGIC's own pathway route accepts a lower entry point of 5.5 overall.
Do I need an ATAS certificate for Computer Science at Greenwich? Possibly. Certain engineering, science, and technology courses are flagged by Greenwich as potentially requiring ATAS clearance. Confirm on your specific course page and start the process early, as it can take several weeks.
What is UGIC? University of Greenwich International College, an embedded pathway college near the Greenwich campus, running International Year Zero and International Year One routes into undergraduate degrees like Computer Science, with guaranteed progression on successful completion.
Can I work in the UK after graduating from Greenwich? Yes. Computer Science graduates are eligible for the UK's Graduate Route visa: 2 years of unsponsored post-study work rights, with no employer sponsorship required during that period.