Undergraduate study
     

Computing & Web

BSc (Hons) Computer Science

  • UCAS code: G400 BSc/CpS
  • Length: 3-4 years

2012 entry

 

This course prepares you for a career in the computing industry. The breadth of subjects that you cover provide you with the flexibility to consider a range of computing careers - from programming, including mobile development, to cyber security or technical support.

The computing industry needs graduates with both computing and professional skills - being able to plan, design, implement and document large-scale systems. This degree gives you the opportunity to learn and develop these skills. You also develop effective interpersonal and teamworking skills. While this course stresses theoretical knowledge and practical skills, you develop good professional practices and business awareness as you progress through your studies.

How you learn

You attend a combination of lectures and practical sessions for each module. Lectures concentrate on teaching the principles while practical sessions allow you to put these principles into practice in purpose built labs. Throughout your practical sessions you receive feedback on your work and progress. You often work on a piece of work for several weeks building a deeper understanding of the subject as you work. The feedback you receive will help you to get the most out of your learning.

In your final year you also undertake a personal project which integrates much of the work you have studied in previous years.

How you are assessed

Assessment is a mixture of examinations and in-course assessments. Your assessments are designed to build on the work you undertake class, because your learning continues through the assessment period. An in-course assessment often consists of a practical exercise and an associated report helping you to develop both technical and business skills.

Professional placement

During the course of the Computer Science degree you have the opportunity to do an industrial placement.

A placement year offers you a fantastic opportunity to work for a year in the industry, developing knowledge and understanding in a professional environment. You get hands-on experience that will improve your employment prospects when you graduate. Our placements team offer help and support throughout the placement process including guidance on applications and interviews, to help you get a placement that suits you.

Career opportunities

Our computing students go into a wide range of careers, both nationally and globally. Graduates have gone on to work in the power industry, avionics and the pharmaceutical industry.

The degree also provides an excellent basis for postgraduate study and research.

Entry requirements

A typical offer is 280 tariff points from at least two A levels (or equivalent). You're expected to come for an interview.

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