Computer Science, BSc (Hons)

Staffordshire University’s computing degrees, with over 50 years of excellence, now extend to London, the nation’s tech hub. Our Computer Science program provides a strong foundation in core fundamentals, supported by state-of-the-art labs and software. Delivered at our new East London campus in Here East, within Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, students learn in innovative open-plan spaces amid high-tech businesses and universities. This environment fosters industry networking and prepares graduates for careers in Computer Science.The program equips students for roles such as Data Analyst, Software Engineer, or Web Developer, leveraging partnerships with companies like Microsoft, Google, and Amazon through guest lectures and visits. The curriculum progresses from foundational topics in the first two years—covering areas like digital technologies, networking, and software development—to advanced subjects in the final year, including distributed web applications and a capstone project. Core modules include: Year 1: Digital Technologies, Networking Concepts and Cyber Security; Year 2: Databases and Data Structures, Cyber Operations; Year 3: Multiple Devices and User Experience, Final Year Project.

Year 1 (Core): Digital Technologies; Networking Concepts and Cyber Security; Software Development and Application Modelling; Web Development and Operating Systems. Year 2 (Core): Commercial Computing; Databases and Data Structures; Cyber Operations and Network Security; Enterprise Cloud and Infrastructure Automation Year 3 (Core): Multiple Devices and User Experience; Enterprise Cloud and Distributed Web Applications; Developing for the Cloud; Final Year Project.