School of Computing, Engineering and Built Environment
The School of Computing, Engineering and Built Environment is one of the leading schools for programmes in building and surveying in the UK. The school also carries out extensive research in partnership with industry, commerce and other academic institutions in the UK and overseas.
Part-time and flexible
Part-time study provides a flexible approach to higher education. Part-time students at GCU benefit from all the great facilities, support and opportunities that the University has to offer, but can fit their studies around other commitments.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
We offer a variety of CPD training for individuals and groups delivered by our team of consultants who have a wealth of both academic and industry experience. The School provides training that respond directly to the needs of our partners in both commercial and public sectors.
GCU's Digital Skills Academy specialises in IT and communications courses which run part-time evening and weekend classes to work around busy schedules.
Gain an HND at college and progress directly to Year 3. Study building management, design and construction at degree level. You can become a building surveyor with professional technical knowledge putting your problem-solving skills to the test.
Take existing skills in international development, environmental sciences and social and political science and apply them to postgraduate study. Progress to a career as a programme manager in climate change and climate justice, advisor or researcher.
Advance your training in Computer Science and Analytics technologies, focusing on cloud computing, information security, programming, and AI. Progress as a software developer, systems analyst or cloud architect
Advance your training in Computer Science and Analytics technologies, focusing on cloud computing, information security, programming, and AI. Progress as a software developer, systems analyst or cloud architect.
Take a leading role in tackling societal challenges using software engineering, artificial intelligence, mobile and web development, big data and computer vision. Gain technical and business-oriented skills.
Begin this degree at college and achieve an HND in two years. Go on to study Computing for two years at GCU and qualify with an honours degree that equips you with the knowledge, understanding and skills required of a modern IT professional.
As a construction manager, you can enjoy leading projects, planning and organising. Study the technical, financial and planning aspects of construction at undergraduate degree level.
Begin this degree at college and progress your technical, financial and construction planning knowledge at degree level. If you enjoy leading projects, planning and organising, you can become a construction manager.
Pursue a career in cyber security with a postgraduate degree that equips you with distinct specialist knowledge and analytical skills. Youll be able to solve complex cyber security problems with expert-level ability.
Enjoy critical thinking, identifying problems and providing strong technical solutions. You can progress to a career as a security engineer or analyst. Study cyber security with a focus on network infrastructure to ensure protection from cyber-crime.
