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Earning a Computer Science degree with us offers benefits far beyond the qualification itself. We prepare students with practical skills and hands-on experience to enhance their employability. You'll have access to industry-standard facilities and opportunities to obtain valuable certifications like Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Cisco. Many of our Computer Science students choose a paid placement year, providing real-world experience before graduation. These placements range from local companies to international opportunities in locations like the US and Singapore.Our strong industry connections include guest lectures from professionals and AWS-certified faculty members. GradEX, our annual graduate showcase, allows students to present their projects to industry experts.The curriculum covers all essential computing areas, including digital technologies, networking, cybersecurity, programming, software development, and cloud computing. You'll explore web design, user experience, and programming languages like JavaScript and Python, gaining a comprehensive understanding of how these elements interconnect.Learning is approached from a practical perspective, with chances to tackle real projects and even establish simulated companies. This develops the adaptability and problem-solving skills that employers seek.Our facilities mirror industry standards, featuring learner labs for network experimentation, personal AWS accounts for cloud exploration, and collaborative spaces like our Collision Space with video walls and project desks to simulate professional environments.This practical focus contributes to our Top 25 ranking for student satisfaction in Computer Science (2023 Guardian League Tables).Upon graduation, you'll receive: BSc (Hons) Computer Science.CareersComputer Science graduates are highly sought after by employers. Many secure job offers directly from their placement companies. With a growing demand for software developers and cloud technology specialists in the UK, our graduates enjoy excellent career prospects.Typical career paths include roles as computer systems analysts, database administrators, hardware engineers, network architects, web developers, UX designers, or programmers.Our BCS-accredited degree also allows graduates to apply for membership with the British Computer Society.