Why study this course?
This course will teach you everything you need for a successful career in IT – from programming and information systems to modules in mobile applications and artificial intelligence. Taught by experts, you’ll have access to our state-of-the-art computer labs as well as the opportunity to get industry experience during hands-on work placements and gain professional Java certification.
More about this course
This career-focused course will equip you with the key skills necessary to succeed in the computing industry.
With the chance to gain professional Java certification, you’ll be taught by experts in the field of IT and technology and will learn everything, from how to create new mobile apps to how to design and implement software systems. As you progress, you’ll also have the options to specialise in topics such as artificial intelligence and management support systems, ensuring you have the specialist skills to pursue a career in the fields that interest you most.
Studying computer science in the heart of London, one of the world’s leading technological hubs, you’ll learn from a team of experts and benefit from our state-of-the-art computer labs. Taught through knowledge-based learning seminars and hands-on workshops. Created specifically to enhance your employability, you’ll develop your skills, gain real experience and earn while you learn through placements working on real client-driven projects in business and industry.
On successful completion of the course, you’ll have the qualifications and knowledge to enter a wide range of careers linked to computer science. You’ll not only have the qualifications required for registration as a Chartered IT Professional (CITP), you’ll also be entitled to apply for Membership of the British Computer Society (MBCS). Becoming a Member of the British Computer Society entitles you to put the letters MBCS after your name and gain access to networking opportunities, publications and specialist events to aid you in your career development.
Professional accreditation
This course is accredited as fully meeting the educational requirement for Chartered IT Professional (CITP) registration.
On graduating, you’ll be eligible to apply for Membership of the British Computer Society (MBCS).
Accreditation of Prior Learning
Any university-level qualifications or relevant experience you gain prior to starting university could count towards your course.
Modular structure
The modules listed below are for the academic year 2022/23 and represent the course modules at this time. Modules and module details (including, but not limited to, location and time) are subject to change over time.
Year 1 modules include:
Computer Hardware and Software Architectures (core, 30 credits)
Fundamentals of Computing (core, 15 credits)
Introduction to Information Systems (core, 15 credits)
Logic and Mathematical Techniques (core, 30 credits)
Programming (core, 30 credits)
Year 2 modules include:
Cloud Computing and the Internet of Things (core, 15 credits)
Data Structures and Specialist Programming (core, 30 credits)
Databases (core, 15 credits)
Professional Issues, Ethics and Computer Law (core, 15 credits)
Smart Data Discovery (core, 15 credits)
Software Engineering (core, 30 credits)
Year 3 modules include:
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (core, 15 credits)
Distributed and Internet Systems (core, 30 credits)
Formal Languages (core, 15 credits)
Mobile Applications (core, 15 credits)
Project (core, 30 credits)
Work Related Learning II (core, 15 credits)
Where this course can take you
On successful completion of the course, you’ll have the skills, knowledge and qualifications to gain employment in a range of roles in the IT and technology industry. For example, you could follow in the footsteps of past graduates and pursue a career working in one of many major software houses or gain employment in the financial, industrial and service sectors.
Alternatively, you could work in research and development in scientific areas of computing or utilise your creative and technical skills to work as a technical writer in the IT and technology field.
