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Computer Science (with optional placement year)

2 Study options · UndergraduateUniversity of Suffolk

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2026-2027
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Course summary

Our flexible BSc (Hons) Computer Science degree equips you with the practical industry knowledge you need to meet the demand for skilled computing professionals. The course offers a flexible computing curriculum with diverse learning pathways, with the freedom to forge your own course by selecting specialist modules.

You’ll benefit from the resources of leading tech giants Amazon Web Services, Juniper, Oracle, and our new Google Student Club, and experience world-class specialist labs at our state-of-the-art DigiTech Centre, which is home to over 150 high-tech ICT companies and BT’s innovation labs.
You’ll engage in real-world projects alongside industry leaders, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and embrace an annual slate of industry events and hackathons to apply your acquired skills. You’ll also have the chance to launch your own venture through the University of Suffolk’s Innovation Labs (ILABS), guided by business leaders and academics.

Course Pathways
BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Cyber Security)
BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Web and Mobile Development)
BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence)
Create your own pathway
Combine a wide range of modules in cyber security, software engineering, web design, mobile development, networking, data science, AI, cloud computing, and more, to create a custom curriculum. This degree has been designed to allow you to flexibly follow your interests, whilst ensuring that you reach the advanced knowledge necessary for industry roles through theory and practice.

At the start of your course, you will be allocated a Personal Academic Coach who can explain the options and pathways available so you will always be supported in the decisions you make and can be sure they align with your career ambitions.

Upon graduation from this degree, students can progress into a range of roles, including:
Data Scientist, Web Developer, Mobile App Developer, Network Engineer, Data Analyst, Software Engineer, Cyber Security Expert or Start your own business.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University of Suffolk

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years
  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time with year in industry • 4 Years

Start dates

  • 09/2026

Application codes

Course code:
I103
Institution code:
S82

University of Suffolk has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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Application codes

Course code:
I103
Institution code:
S82

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