We have strong connections with industry, including links with Microsoft, IBM, Oracle, Cisco, Intel, Apple, Nvidia and many more. We are a member of Microsoft Imagine (formerly DreamSpark) which enable our students to acquire free software to support their studies. Distinguish yourself with a degree that’s accredited by and entitles membership of the BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT (Subject to approval). You may also gain registration as a Chartered IT Professional (CITP) and will partially meet the educational requirements for Chartered Engineering (CEng) registration. Be inspired by the creativity that our practical, hands-on course nurtures. Our ‘learning through doing’ ethos means you’ll quickly achieve expertise.
Overview
Do you want to understand how a computer really works? You'll gain technical skills in computational theory, software development on a variety of devices and platforms, database development, computer hardware and networking. In addition to the technical content, you'll acquire an awareness of social, legal and ethical aspects of the IT industry.
Course details
In Year 1, you’ll engage with the foundations of computer science from programming to algorithms and mathematics. We’ve structured the curriculum to accurately reflect the industry and its many areas of specialisation. In Year 2, you’ll build on the knowledge you’ve already acquired, engaging with new subjects that will help you identify possible career paths. Students will explore artificial intelligence and machine learning. Next, you'll have the chance to undertake an optional, paid placement year, providing valuable professional experience. In your final year, you’ll be undertaking a substantial problem-solving individual project focused on a specific area of personal interest, or one that relates to your intended career.
Entry requirements
Applicants who wish to apply for a Mathematics programme can do so at two entry points, from 32-48 UCAS points for our BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Foundation Year programme right through to 112-120 UCAS points for our BSc programmes. There is a computing programme to suit everyone. To find the right programme and for more information visit: https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/schools/school-of-engineering-computing-and-…
Career outcomes
Our graduates are high achievers. With the demand for highly skilled professionals in the IT sector through to 2020 rising at almost twice the rate of the UK average, the career you want is out there. And we’ll help you get it.
We’re proud of our employability record. After six months 77 per cent of our computer science graduates are employed in professional or managerial roles. It’s testament to the quality of our teaching, the breadth of our facilities and the strength of our industry connections.
