Applied Computing BSc (Hons) at De Montfort University

Master key technical and analytical skills in programming, data analytics, and systems design, while contextualising these capabilities within the evolving digital landscape, where AI technologies are transforming every sector. Applied Computing is no longer solely about writing code; it is about orchestrating technology in an AI-powered world.

Faculty: Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Media  |  Department: Computing  |  Duration: Three years full-time, four years with a placement  |  Study mode: full-time, optional placement year (sandwich)  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Leicester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1: Foundations of Computing, Programming in Python, Data Analytics and Statistics, Information Systems Analysis and Database Design. Year 2: Programming with APIs and Frameworks, Business Intelligence, Information and Database Development. Year 3: Introduction to Information Security, Integrated Project. Year 4: Application Architecture, Human Computer Interaction, Final Year Project.

Career pathways

Graduates can enter careers which require technical computing skills including positions such as programmer, web developer, technical sales and marketing, database designer/manager, IT/PC support and technical customer support.

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