BSc (Hons) Computer Science

The Computer Science BSc (Hons) at Lancaster University is a thorough and flexible course designed to equip students with essential skills to pursue a successful career in the rapidly evolving technology industry. This course offers the opportunity to build specialist skills, building on a strong foundation of core Computer Science topics.Course Content: This course provides a broad understanding of the principles of computing and the opportunity to develop strong practical skills. It begins with teaching the fundamentals of programming and problem-solving, then progresses into more complex areas like control systems, web technologies, and computer security. The final year focuses on more advanced topics, including machine learning and data science, along with the opportunity to undertake a large individual project. Key Modules: Some of the key modules in this course include 'Programming', 'Computer Systems', 'Software Engineering', 'Data Structures and Algorithms', 'Object-Oriented Programming', 'Web Development', 'Computer Security', 'Artificial Intelligence', and 'Data Science'. In the final year, all students undertake a large individual project module.Accreditations: This programme is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS) – the Chartered Institute for IT – subject to re-accreditation, and graduates can therefore apply for chartered IT professional status.Future Careers: Upon completing this course, graduates have pursued careers in software development, data analysis, IT management, and systems analysis, among others. Others have founded their own tech companies or gone into further academic study.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.