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BSc Computer Science with Foundation Year
About this course
Computer science is the study of computation, information and the systems we build to process them. It asks fundamental questions about what problems can be solved algorithmically, how software and hardware can be designed to be efficient and reliable, and how data can be stored, communicated and secured. The practical applications of these ideas touch almost every aspect of modern life, from the software on your phone to the infrastructure of financial markets and health services. This degree at the University of Huddersfield gives you a thorough grounding in computer science while also building the professional experience that employers value. The programme begins with a foundation year, giving you a solid base in computing principles, mathematics and programming before you progress into the main degree. Over the full four years of full-time study you will cover topics including algorithms and data structures, programming languages, operating systems, databases, computer networks, software engineering, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. The degree includes a sandwich placement year and a work placement, meaning you will gain substantial professional experience within a real technology organisation before you graduate. This combination of academic depth and practical exposure prepares you well for the transition from university into a career in the technology industry. Graduates in computer science are in demand across virtually every sector. Software development, systems engineering, data science, cybersecurity, cloud computing, artificial intelligence and product management are among the most common career paths. Technology companies, financial services, healthcare, retail, government and defence all employ computer science graduates. The placement experience built into this degree gives you a significant advantage in a competitive graduate market, and the degree also provides a strong foundation for postgraduate study in specialist areas of computer science or related fields.
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