BSc (Hons) Computer Science at University of Derby

Throughout this course, you will study applied computer science with a strong emphasis on practical programming skills, using cutting-edge software development tools in our industry-standard laboratories. This will expose you to a wide range of current issues in computing and you’ll gain in-depth expertise and multi-disciplinary skills that employers are looking for.

Faculty: College of Science and Engineering  |  Department: Computing  |  Duration: Full-time: 3 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Derby, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Logic and Discrete Mathematics, Foundations of Computer and IT Systems, Fundamentals of Networks and Security, Computer Systems, Data Structures, and Data Management, Programming, Games Technologies. Year 2 core modules: Software engineering, Data driven systems, Functional Programming, Network system development, Legal, Ethical and Sustainability Issues, Team Project.

Career pathways

The course content has a strong focus on key skills, and an emphasis on practical techniques underpinned by theory and informed by research. This will teach you to become a resourceful and independent learner capable of generating creative and technical solution.

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