Computer Science

Embark on an exciting journey with this dynamic degree, where you'll gain a rock-solid foundation in computer science and learn how to seamlessly apply theory in real-world scenarios. Uncover the very essence of computer science: problem-solving.

You'll master the art of problem-solving and cultivate robust software development skills, putting you on the path to becoming an in-demand computing professional ready for any workplace challenge.

You’ll design, develop and analyse software and hardware, solving business related problems as you learn. With guest lectures and industry mentored projects, you’ll get plenty of real-world contact to help put your expertise into practice.

Study Artificial Intelligence and more

This vocational course teaches you the deep critical thinking, maths and programming skills that you’ll use every day at work. Alongside this, you'll gain the confidence and ability to communicate professionally with all kinds of audiences.

You'll cover topics such as:

• Artificial Intelligence (AI).

• Green Computing.

• Programming in C++.

• Hardware Architecture and Operating Systems.

• Software Engineering.

• Data Structures and Algorithms.

• Large Language Models (LLMs).

Teamwork and good communication are a crucial part of this degree. You’ll define, plan, design, implement and document software development projects from start to finish - both individually and as part of a team.

When you graduate you will be career-ready, and highly sought after to work in software developer or systems analyst roles.

The 2024 Complete University Guide named us the top Scottish modern university for Computer Science.

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You’ll spend between 9-12 hours per week on campus - in lectures, tutorials and computing lab-based practical activities. We use a blended learning approach where you work part of the time on campus and the rest online. Self-directed learning is essential, and in total you should expect to work 35-40 hours per week.

Lectures are used to present the key concepts, theories and techniques throughout the course. Tutorials and lab-based activities increase your understanding of the subject and allow you to develop your competence and confidence in technological and theoretical work.

During the course, you’ll participate in team-based activities, including a group project in year 3 where you’ll specify, plan and implement a software product.

Throughout the degree, there’s a mixture of coursework, projects, class tests and open-book examinations.

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

• Course does not award QTS