Computer Science, BSc (Hons), with industry placement

The Computer Science course at Coventry University provides essential practical skills and theoretical knowledge to thrive in the dynamic technology sector. It prepares students for roles such as app developers, systems administrators, or IT specialists by covering key areas like artificial intelligence, data science, and parallel programming. Through activity-led learning, industry-relevant projects, and opportunities for a year-long placement, students gain hands-on experience and professional skills to drive digital innovation.The curriculum begins with a shared first-year foundation across related programs, followed by specialized modules in years two and three, including advanced algorithms, operating systems, and software engineering. Assessment methods vary and include coursework, exams, presentations, and projects, ensuring comprehensive evaluation of student progress. This flexible, student-centered approach supports diverse learning needs and career preparation.

In the first year, the curriculum is shared across related courses allowing you to gain a broad grounding in the discipline before going on, in the second and third years, to specialist modules in your chosen field. We want your degree to fit around you, so upon successful completion of your first year, you could swap degrees with another course in your common first year (subject to meeting progression requirements). Common first-year courses Computer Science with AI MSci/BSc (Hons) Information Technology Management BSc (Hons) Interactive Media and Web Technologies BSc (Hons) Software Engineering BSc (Hons) Modules Programming: Concepts and Algorithms - 20 credits Computer Systems - 20 credits Working with Data - 20 Credits Mathematical Skills for Computing Professionals - 20 credits Programming: Professional Practice - 20 credits Integrative Project Module - 20 Credits Year Two In Year two, you will develop more advanced knowledge and skills to do with artificial intelligence, theory of computation, advanced algorithms, amongst others. Modules Artificial Intelligence - 20 credits Theory of Computation - 20 credits Advanced Algorithms - 20 credits Operating Systems, Security, and Networks - 20 credits Data Science - 20 credits Software Engineering - 20 credits Placement Year There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement* can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final year of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future. If you choose to do a work placement year, you will pay a reduced tuition fee* of £1,250. For more information, please go to the fees and funding section. During this time you will receive guidance from your employer or partner institution, along with your assigned academic mentor who will ensure you have the support you need to complete your placement. Final Year In year three, you will develop more advanced knowledge and skills to do with mobile application development, web API development, parallel and distributed programming, amongst others. Modules Optional modules Security - 20 credits Machine Learning - 20 credits Project Discovery - 20 credits Dissertation and Project Artefact - 20 credits We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated. Before accepting any offers, please check the website for the most up to date course content. For full module details please check the course page on the Coventry University website. *For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website