Computer Science, BSc (Hons)

Computer Science is integral to modern life, offering this degree programme essential knowledge, skills, and expertise for diverse careers in a dynamic field. Students will learn to solve problems efficiently, analyse systems, and design innovations, covering topics like computer graphics, software engineering, mobile app development, data visualisation, and advanced theory. Programming in C and Java will be developed through individual and group projects, fostering transferable skills such as teamwork, communication, and problem-solving. Taught in the state-of-the-art £32.5m Computational Foundry, facilities include labs for vision, biometrics, cyber security, and more. The programme is accredited by the British Computer Society, enabling immediate professional membership, and offers options for a year in industry or abroad to enhance employability.The curriculum begins with foundational modules in Year 1, including Programming 1 and 2, Concepts of Computer Science, and Modelling Computing Systems. Year 2 covers Software Engineering, Algorithms, Database Systems, and Human-Computer Interaction. In Year 3, students undertake a major project alongside advanced options like Cryptography, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, and Video Games Programming. Swansea University guarantees conditional offers, subject to requirements.

Year 1 will include the below compulsory modules which will provide you with a thorough grounding in fundamental mathematics and theory of Computer Science; • Programming 1 • Professional Issues 1: Computers and Society • Concepts of Computer Science 1 • Modelling Computing Systems 1 • Programming 2 • Professional Issues 2: Software Development • Concepts of Computer Science 2 • Modelling Computing Systems 2 Year 2; • Declarative Programming • Software Engineering • Database Systems • Algorithms • Introduction to Human-Computer Interaction • Concurrency • Computer Graphics • Automata and Formal Language Theory In Year 3 you will undertake a large project and study a selection of our advanced option modules including (but not limited to); • Cryptography and IT-Security • Big Data and Machine Learning • Logic for Computer Science • Invention and Innovation in Computing • Artificial Intelligence • Data Visualisation • User Experience • Software Testing • Embedded System Design • Advanced Object Oriented Programming • Introduction to Video Games Programming