Computer Science

Your programme provides a multidisciplinary perspective to the subject of Computer Science, giving you an excellent basis for a future career in the field. The course is future-focused and has the development of your digital skills, analytics and problem solving at its core. Employability and industry links are integrated into every module to support you in developing the skills you will need in the workplace.

Course Highlights

• Access a wide range of specialist software and tools including Java Script and Python in our dedicated Cyber Security and Forensics, Networking and Software Development laboratories in a state-of-the-art building

• Before moving on to your final year, you may choose to spend a year on a paid work placement in a business relevant to your ambitions, increasing your professional confidence and employability

• Authentic assessments based on real world activities, e.g. portfolios, reports, presentations, live briefs

• An opportunity to gain an AI badge in your first year

• We tend to favour workshop-style sessions over lectures and you will have the opportunity to apply cutting-edge knowledge and skills to real life scenarios. Live briefs, simulations, role play and live case studies will be used to recreate workplace conditions

• You can choose to graduate with a specialism in Artificial Intelligence or Cloud Technologies

• A Personal Development Plan (PDP) is embedded into each year of study and will enhance your academic, personal and professional growth

• 100% of graduates are in employment and/or further study 15 months after graduating(Graduate Outcomes Survey 2025)

Our course provides in-depth knowledge and skills in computer science, networks and applications, enabling you to progress into any area of the computing industry. You will learn the necessary skills to develop cutting edge, state-of-the-art innovative applications and experience practical exercises in coding, problem solving and cyber challenges.

You will benefit from links to professional and industry bodies, including Cisco Networking Academy and the BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT. You will also have the opportunity to network with successful professionals from the world of computing for career guidance and advice.

Develop your knowledge in computer systems and networks, programming, secure systems, computer system architecture, database systems, and modelling.You’ll have access to dedicated computing labs equipped with a wide range of specialist software and tools, including programming environments such as Python and JavaScript. Our facilities also include purpose‑built Cyber Security and Forensics, Networking, and Software Development laboratories, all housed within a state‑of‑the‑art building designed to support hands‑on learning. You will graduate with an understanding of emerging trends in computer science, such as those in software development, artificial intelligence and distributed computing. During your course you will have the opportunity to attend occasional field trips.

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