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Computer Science (with a placement year)

University of Bradford

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Sandwich / Placement

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Learn how to design and develop the next generation of software tools and systems, and gain the knowledge and techniques required to enhance and exploit computer technology.On this programme you will study object-oriented programming using industry standard Integrated Development Environments, web development using HTML and CSS, database technologies including MySQL and JDBC, Artificial Intelligence and applications of Machine Learning, and many other subjects including optional modules that allow you to tailor your degree content to fit your career aspirations.This programme is designed for those with a passionate interest in technology, and who wish to progress to careers such as software engineer, system administrator, data scientist, financial analyst, app developer, and IT consultant. The flexible and diverse skillset that Computer Scientists will gain on this programme opens up many other exciting career options in a range of industries.The BSc (Hons) in Computer Science (with placement year) draws on our outstanding research strengths and expertise. Our Department of Computer Science is one of the longest established in the UK, and we have a strong heritage within the subject. Our research active staff propose cutting edge projects for you to work on during your final year, and can guide and advise you in writing your own project specification to bring your ideas and passions to life under their expert supervision.This programme shares a common first year with our other Computer Science programmes, allowing you to transfer before the start of the second year if you feel an alternative course better suits your emerging interests or career aspirations.


Professional accreditation

This course is accredited by the British Computer Society for full CITP (Chartered IT professional) and partial CSci status.


Placement

This 4-year BSc (Hons) Computer Science programme offers you the opportunity to take up a placement year working in industry in your third year.The placement year is an excellent way to develop your professional experience, build industry contacts, and gain insight into the day-to-day work of a professional computer scientist.Recent placement destinations have included: - IBM- Intel- Microsoft - plus many more companies in the West Yorkshire region.


Rankings

BSc (Hons) Computer Science at Bradford received 92% overall satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2021. 100% of students agreed with the statements "My course has provided me with opportunities to explore ideas or concepts in depth", "My course has provided me with opportunities to apply what I have learnt", and "I have been able to contact staff when I needed to".

Tuition fees

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£ 16,890per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

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University information

University of Bradford

University of Bradford

University of Bradford

  • University League Table

    98th

  • Campus address

    City Campus, Richmond Road, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD7 1DP, United Kingdom

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The University of Bradford is one of the most diverse, inclusive universities in the UK. It is proud of the warm welcome that international students receive.
Expert support staff are on hand to help international students from their first contact with the university, throughout their time in Bradford and beyond.
The campus is within a 10-minute walk of the city centre, with accommodation and all student facilities within the grounds.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Computer Science

    77th out of 118 16

  • Entry standards

    / Max 229
    119 52%

    57th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    73.0 73%

    73rd

    5

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.95 74%

    96th

    31

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