Overview
The BSc (Hons) Computing course equips you with the knowledge, understanding and skills required of a modern IT professional. If you want to study computing but haven't decided on a specific area of interest, this programme lets you personalise your studies and prepares you for a range of graduate roles.
In years one and two you will study the foundations of computing. In addition you will develop the skills required to build computer systems utilising a range of technologies. In years three and four you will further develop expertise in core areas while being able to choose elective modules which allow you specialise in your chosen area of interest. Possible specialisations include mobile development, cloud systems development, secure software development, user experience development, advanced project management and Big Data.
The course offers the possibility of undertaking an industry placement or to study abroad through Erasmus exchanges. Students are also encouraged to take part in activities with the International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience (IAESTE). Our computing programmes are accredited by the Chartered Institute for IT (BCS).
Your career
Students have gone to work in various roles such as Software Developer, Software Engineer, Cloud Consultant, Data Analyst, Data Scientist, Data Architect, Systems Data Analyst, IT Project Analyst, IT Engineer, Web Developer, Frontend Developer, and Robotic Process Automation Developer.
Accreditations
What you
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90% of graduates from our BSc/BSc (Hons) Computing are in work and/or further study fifteen months after graduating (HESA, 2023)