BSc Hons Computer Science

The BSc (Hons) Computer Science course at Northumbria University offers students a strong theoretical and practical grounding in the field of computer and normative science. This full-time, three-year degree program helps students develop the ability to apply the principles of computer science to resolve complex system design challenges. The course ensures students become confident practitioners with strong problem-solving skills and a deep knowledge of the fast-moving field.Course Content: The program navigates its teachings through a wide range of topics essential for a career in the computer science industry. This includes software engineering, data structures and algorithms, computing programming, computer networks, databases, operating systems, web development, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.Key Modules: Some noteworthy modules include Procedural Programming, Fundamentals of Computing, Software Engineering, Object-Oriented Systems, Computer Networks, Information Systems Modelling, Algorithms and Data Structures, Web Development, Systems Development Project, Operating Systems and Concurrent Programming, Advanced Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Advanced Network Security, Machine Learning, and Computing Research Project.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), the Chartered Institute for IT, for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.Future Careers: After graduating, students will likely find opportunities in various sectors such as software development, network design and management, web development, database management, IT consultancy, and additional roles in the public and private sectors. This course prepares students to excel in the computer science industry offering them a wide range of potential employment opportunities.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.