Computer Science BSc (Hons)

If you are interested in how software technologies are built and work, our Computer Science degree is ideal. You’ll learn about programming languages, coding and solving computational problems. Your practical expertise can lead to careers in development and architecture for software, systems and mobile apps.<br/><br/>This degree is suitable for students who are looking for a career with a comprehensive grounding in computing. A strong interest in software technologies is a requisite, together with a desire to understand how they work and are built. Applicants should be motivated to keep up-to-date in a field in which rapid and accelerating change is the rule rather than the exception. The course is accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT and fully meets the further learning academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.<br/><br/>Our accredited bachelor of Computer Science degree provides a comprehensive overview of all areas of computing. This allows you to keep your career options open and explore a wide range of in-demand topics.<br/><br/>Elective modules in your third year let you tailor your BSc Computer Science bachelors degree to your developing interests, such as computer vision, AI and advanced game technology.<br/><br/><br/>- Develop systematic knowledge of computer science, with a focus on how software and programming can be used to solve real-world problems<br/><br/><br/>- Learn to evaluate solutions to computer science problems<br/><br/><br/>- Develop commercially valuable skills for your future career<br/><br/><br/>- Work with internationally renowned research groups at City St Georges to develop knowledge at the forefront of computing science<br/><br/><br/>- Acquire state-of-the-art approaches to a wide variety of technologies<br/><br/><br/>- Learn to code creatively and use programming languages accurately<br/><br/><br/>- Study in the City St Georges computing labs, which include the latest hardware and software, such as state-of-art NVidia GPUs<br/><br/><br/>- Boost your expertise and employability with an optional one-year work placement<br/><br/><br/>- Gain three years of professional experience with our innovative Professional Pathway Scheme, combining paid employment and study.<br/><br/><br/>The School has its own dedicated placements team with over 20 years of experience in providing on-hand placement and internship support as well as guidance for students throughout their studies. Placements are highly encouraged at City St Georges. Students that complete a placement year benefit from gaining professional experience working on real-life projects and are also more likely to achieve higher grades, secure a graduate-level job and earn a higher salary. In recent years students from our computer science courses have been able to obtain placements at leading companies within their chosen field such as IBM, PlayStation, Disney, Microsoft and Goldman Sachs.

Clearing is your chance to study in the heart of London.<br/><br/>Ranked top 10 in the UK for Social Mobility (HEPI 2024) and 5th for Career Prospects (Guardian University Guide 2024), City is proud to be a modern, forward-thinking university. You'll get a choice of exciting modules, a taster of working life, and the chance to meet people from over 160 different countries.<br/><br/>City is home to more than 20,000 students and 200 undergraduate courses, including History & Politics, Aerospace Engineering, Media Production, and Law. Whatever you study, you'll get the opportunity to gain experience through industry placements & summer internships, and lifelong memories through optional study abroad semesters.<br/><br/>You'll also be studying in London! Picture rainy afternoons in the British Museum, study sessions in the spectacular British Library, vintage shopping on Brick Lane, and delicious food spots in Islington. That's what City life looks like.