Computing BSc (Hons)

Overview

Ever wondered how the clever technology that we rely on gets created? Whether it's mobile apps, wearable devices, or networks that keep everything connected, someone has to create them – could you make your mark on this fast-moving industry?

On this BSc (Hons) Computing degree, you’ll learn how to turn your interest in computing into a career in this field. You’ll develop skills you'll use as a computing professional in areas such as software engineering, systems analysis, and systems design and development.

Accredited by

This course is accredited by the British Computer Society – fulfilling academic requirement for CITP (Chartered Information Technology Professional) and partially meeting academic requirement for CEng (Chartered Engineer).

What you'll experience

On this course, you'll:

• Develop your skills across every area of computing, such as software engineering, databases, web development, user interface design and network management
• Tailor your degree to focus on the areas that match your career ambitions and interests
• Get your hands on the latest tech, such as our mobile app develop lab, and usability labs that include the latest eye-tracking technology
• Cover topics that'll set you apart from the crowd in the workplace, building your knowledge in specific areas of the industry such as cyber-security
• Make the most of workplace trips, pop-up lectures and hack days where you'll collaborate on projects with other students and solve challenging problems
• Apply your skills to real issues as part of the department’s partnership scheme with charities and organisations
• Have the opportunity to get a £9,000 bursary to train and graduate as a qualified teacher

Careers and opportunities

When you complete the course you can register as a Chartered IT Professional (CITP).

You could go on to secure a great job or graduate training placement in almost every area of computing, such as:

• computer networking
• database design
• web development
• computer programming
• teaching (with Qualified Teacher Status)

You could also study at MSc or PhD level, specialising in areas such as health informatics, forensic IT and networking.

Our Careers and Employability service can help you find a job or course that matches your aspirations and puts your new computing skills to work. You'll get help and support for up to 5 years after you leave the University.

Interested in becoming a computing teacher? You can combine your computing studies with teacher training and school teaching placements. If successful, you’ll get a £9,000 bursary in your final year and get Qualified Teacher Status with your BSc Computing degree.