Computer Science (Taught)

The computing sector is continuously evolving, so the need to develop and maintain your skills to ensure you remain at the forefront is essential.

• This industry-focused programme is specifically designed for graduates from computing disciplines to take the next step and hone their skills to meet contemporary industrial and commercial needs, by studying essential core subjects and specialist, modern, in-demand areas.

• Mixing a variety of study methods, including lectures and tutorials with online modules, students will also be required to undertake personal study.

• You will also be able to investigate cutting-edge technologies, implement and test novel solutions, or develop and analyse original areas of associated technology as part of your dissertation.

Key course features:

• Opportunity to study a variety of skills in depth, ranging from commercial programming and mobile application development to computer networking.

• Lectures/tutorials and practical sessions are enhanced with additional online modules, allowing you to continue independent learning through a variety of approaches.

• Taught by staff leading research into the areas of application development and computer networks.

• Research activities are associated with the university’s research centre.

• Learning progresses from design and development, to the building and debugging of applications and networks.

• Options to take external Cisco certification qualifications.