BSc (Hons) Computer Science With a Placement Year (Stoke-on-Trent campus) in Stoke-On-Trent United Kingdom | University of Staffordshire

Earning a Computer Science degree with us offers benefits far beyond the classroom. We prepare students with practical skills and hands-on experience to enhance their career prospects. You'll have access to cutting-edge facilities and opportunities to earn valuable certifications like Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Cisco. Many of our Computer Science students choose a paid placement year, gaining professional experience before graduation. These placements span local companies, national organizations, and even international opportunities in places like the US and Singapore. Our strong industry connections also include guest lectures from experts and AWS-certified faculty members. GradEX, our annual graduate showcase, allows students to present their projects to industry professionals.
This program provides comprehensive training in all key computing areas. You'll explore digital technologies, networking principles, cybersecurity, programming, software development, and cloud computing. From web design and user experience to mastering languages like JavaScript and Python, you'll understand how these elements interconnect. The curriculum emphasizes real-world applications, including live projects and simulated business environments, helping you develop the adaptability that employers seek.
The degree features diverse modules to ensure a well-rounded Computer Science education.
Opting for a Foundation Year? We'll strengthen your academic foundation to prepare you for the full degree program, covering essential topics like emerging technologies and computer systems development.

Career Prospects
Our Computer Science graduates are highly sought after by employers. Many secure job offers from their placement companies and transition directly into full-time roles post-graduation. With a growing demand for software developers in the UK, our graduates enter a field with exceptional opportunities. Cloud technology represents another expanding sector. Alumni frequently launch careers as junior engineers at tech firms, though a Computer Science background opens doors to numerous roles. Potential career paths include systems analyst, database administrator, hardware engineer, network architect, web developer, UX designer, or programmer. As a BCS-accredited program, graduates qualify for professional membership with the British Computer Society.