Learn about the fundamentals of Computer Science. There’s an emphasis on developing your skills in program design and implementation.

You'll get experience in Java and Python programming, develop your problem-solving skills, and get a broad view of hardware and software architectures.

During this year, you’ll get an insight into what it’s like working in the digital sector.

You'll study modules in software engineering, algorithm design, security programming and the fundamental principles that govern the operation of the internet.

We'll introduce you to requirements analysis and databases, and the formal specification of software systems.

You'll also work in a team to engineer a substantial software product, developing practical teamwork skills.

In your final year, you’ll start to specialise in Software Engineering. You'll study specialist modules and learn to manage large-scale software projects.

You'll also complete a dissertation project in an area of your choice, supervised by an expert in software engineering. For this, you’ll need to research and plan a solution to a real-world software engineering problem.