Computer Science

Computer science is the discipline that underpins the digital world, and studying it gives you the conceptual frameworks and practical skills to understand, design, and build the systems that run everything from smartphones and social networks to healthcare databases and autonomous vehicles. The subject spans a wide range, from the theory of algorithms and the logic of computation to the practical skills of software engineering, systems design, and working with data at scale.

At the University of Sunderland, this three-year full-time degree covers the fundamental concepts of computer science, including programming, artificial intelligence, DevOps, the Internet of Things, robotics, and cybersecurity, through a combination of theoretical study and hands-on project work. You will develop your technical skills and your creativity by building real systems and solving real problems, which reflects the way that professional computing work actually operates. The programme includes a sandwich year and a work placement, giving you the opportunity to develop professional experience in industry before you graduate and to make the connections that matter when you are entering the job market.

Computer science graduates are among the most in-demand of any discipline. Software development is the largest destination, with roles in web development, application development, systems programming, and mobile app development all accessible from this foundation. Cybersecurity, data science, AI engineering, cloud computing, DevOps, and IT consultancy are further directions that draw on the skills the degree builds.

Graduates work across virtually every sector of the economy, since digital systems are now fundamental to how organisations of every kind operate. For those who want to deepen their expertise, the degree provides a strong foundation for postgraduate study in computer science, AI, data science, or cybersecurity. The typical entry tariff is 104 points.