Computer Science, BSc (Hons), with industry placement

Our four-year Computer Science programme with a year in industry provides a strong foundation for a successful career, offering hands-on professional experience that distinguishes graduates in the job market. During the extended placement, typically after year two, students develop practical skills in real-world settings, complemented by a comprehensive curriculum covering essentials like programming, software engineering, databases, web development, and emerging technologies such as machine learning and robotics. This equips you with transferable abilities including problem-solving, coding, teamwork, and analytical thinking, while allowing flexibility to tailor your studies through modular options and potential transfers to specialist pathways like Artificial Intelligence or Information Security.The programme, situated in the dynamic M4 corridor, benefits from strong industry links and a supportive, research-focused department recognised for its teaching excellence and commitment to diversity. You'll engage in practical experiments in well-equipped labs and have access to a personal adviser and various societies. Assessment combines examinations and in-course assignments, ensuring a balanced evaluation of your progress. This structure supports diverse career ambitions while fostering a professional ethos.