Duration: Three years full-time, four years sandwich Computer science is vital to the economy - in the UK and worldwide. Online retailing, computer based products such as games, music, domestic appliances, mobile phones, satellite navigation and logistics services rely on sophisticated computing. Management information systems underpinned by massive databases are the foundation of large organisations. These all rely on complex computer systems created by a highly skilled workforce. As a result, there is high demand for computer scientists who can apply technology to solve complex problems. On this course, you will learn how to analyse complex problems, then design and write programs that solve them. You will develop a solid foundation in object-oriented software development and the design and analysis of algorithms and data structures. Learning from world-leading Artificial Intelligence (AI) experts, you will study and apply AI in a range of environments. As a result, you will be able to design databases and develop cutting-edge programs - from desktop applications to enterprise systems.

On graduation, you can go into a wide range of computing jobs. Computer scientists are in demand for state-of-the-art computing companies applying the latest technologies and techniques to highly complex problem areas. Commercial organisations and scientific and industrial research laboratories need these skills to solve demanding computing problems created by new technology. Jobs are available at all stages of the development process - from software engineers, web and software developers, to business analysts, IT project managers and IT consultants. There are also careers in technical support for sophisticated computing systems and their advanced applications.