BSc (Hons) Computer Science with a Year in Industry in Cardiff United Kingdom | Cardiff University

Our four-year flagship program offers the opportunity to enhance employability through a paid industry placement with a leading organization. This accredited computer science degree delivers comprehensive theoretical and practical knowledge, preparing students for the fast-paced digital landscape that underpins modern society. Throughout the program, you'll cultivate valuable technical, analytical, and professional competencies while staying abreast of emerging technological developments. The curriculum blends foundational principles with cutting-edge technological content, empowering graduates to systematically evaluate challenges and design effective computational solutions. Your specialized expertise will make you highly attractive to employers across diverse sectors. The industrial placement year enables you to gain practical experience, refine transferable skills, and tackle real-world challenges.Career opportunitiesThe computing sector faces a critical shortage of skilled professionals, ensuring excellent job prospects for graduates. You'll acquire versatile skills applicable to numerous industries.Recent graduate outcomes demonstrate that most alumni successfully pursue careers as Software Engineers, Web Developers, Programmers, Software Developers, Business Analysts, and Systems Officers.Our graduates secure positions with prominent organizations such as Airbus, Amazon, BBC, BT, Capgemini, GCHQ, IBM, major financial institutions, government agencies, and media companies. Some choose to continue their academic journey through postgraduate studies at Cardiff or other prestigious institutions.Industrial PlacementThe program includes a paid placement year between your second and final year of study.Preparation for placements starts in year two, with dedicated support from the School's Placement Team and university services to help you secure suitable positions and explore diverse opportunities. Throughout your placement year, the School provides ongoing guidance, enabling you to develop your professional profile and acquire the practical experience that employers value.