Computer science

Experience teaching at the forefront of technology and design the future innovations which will become an essential part of modern life. From smartphone apps to global software systems and programmes, computer science is a diverse industry which is constantly expanding with a persistent need to stay ahead of the competition.

Why choose this subject area?

  • Computer Science saw 90% of its research ranked as world-leading (Research Excellence Framework, 2021)
  • strong industry links with local and national businesses. Our graduates have gone on to work at organisations including Sega Europe, Canon UK and EE
  • learn in our brand-new School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science building, opening in 2024. You’ll benefit from experiential learning zones, from large Conceive-Design-Implement-Operate (CDIO) spaces, workshops, laboratories and more flexible learning environments
  • flexible range of courses with opportunities to specialise in artificial intelligence, software engineering or networks
I started at Ocado as an Accounts Payable Administrator and within one month I captured the attention of the Finance Systems team due to my Oracle SQL skills and wider IT skills I had developed at the University.

Hafsa Rahman

BSc (Hons) Computer Science