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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Main Site
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Study mode
Sandwich / Placement
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Start date
14-SEP-26
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Duration
1 Year
Course summary
With a focus on problem-solving and critical thinking, our Computer Science degree prepares you for a range of careers in the tech sector. From developing software to advancing artificial intelligence, your skills will be in high demand. In your first year you’ll start by developing strong foundations in programming, algorithms and software engineering. As you progress, you’ll delve into specialist topics such as machine learning, robotics, operating systems and cybersecurity. Paid placements, work experience programmes and live client briefs will give you plenty of opportunities to develop practical skills. So that by the end of your degree you’ll be ready to present your final year project to industry representatives at our annual Computing Showcase. At Worcester Business School you’ll join a community of students from all over the world, all based together on the same campus in the centre of Worcester. You’ll learn your classmates as well as guest lecturers and our expert academic team. In your first few weeks at university, you’ll meet your friendly personal academic tutor and they typically remain with you throughout your degree. They’ll get to know your strengths and where you can develop, offering personalised support and feedback throughout the course. Placements On this course there are different ways to gain valuable work experience. You’ll have the opportunity to do a short, paid placement, a year-long internship or part-time work with a local business. Our dedicated placement team offer one-to-one support - helping you find internships, make your application, and prepare for interview. You could choose to do your placement in the local area, making the most of connections with employers in the region, or you could choose to move another city or country. Recent students have done placements and internships at Bosch, IBM, Clearview, and Electronic Arts.
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University information
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University League Table
93rd
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Campus address
St John's Campus, Henwick Grove, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR2 6AJ, United Kingdom
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
63rd out of 117 21
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Entry standards
/ Max 223117 52%87th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10086.0 86%42nd
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.18 79%18th
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