Length 3 years full-time · 4 years sandwich . This course provides a broad education in all phases of software development, support and management with particular focus on the methodical approach to error-free design and building of software. A large-scale team software project aims to develop your teamwork and communication skills and give you a sound understanding of the role of software development tools within the software life cycle. Typical areas of study in your first year include programming, multimedia and internet development, information systems, databases, computer hardware and computing mathematics. In the second year we aim to develop your knowledge of information management and database development, advanced programming, and website development, and you choose from a range of options before embarking on a software engineering team project in your final year. Placement options The full-time four year sandwich route provides the opportunity to spend your third year on placement in industry. The School offers help with finding suitable placements and experience has shown that taking a placement year can lead to improved performance in the final year of your degree as well as improved employment prospects after graduation.

A degree in computing will prepare you for a wide range of careers in a fast-growing industry. Jobs in computing include systems manager, web designer and programmer, as well as roles managing technology to support a range of public and private sector organisations. In addition, the skills you learn on this degree are highly valued by a range of employers and opportunities may exist in areas such as accountancy, management, technical sales and teaching. Manchester is a major hub for the digital media industry.