Digital Technology BSc (Hons)

This Digital Technology degree covers the creation and use of digital data and systems, and their impact on societies around the world. Its broad scope will enable you to develop your knowledge and understanding of the digital world, and how digital technologies can be made and deployed creatively, productively, and safely. The focus is on application, understanding, and critical evaluation of technologies. <br/><br/>Throughout the three-year programme, you will encounter topics that will expand your appreciation of the societal, cultural, economic, and political impacts of Digital Technology. You will be able to utilise a set of industry standard tools to plan, develop and produce digital products ranging from marketing campaigns to computer games.<br/><br/>By the end of the degree, you will be digitally capable, equipped with the skills ready to enter a substantial number of different digital-based roles across a wide spectrum of industries and public services. You will also benefit from significant transferable skills in research, communication, and engagement. <br/><br/>WHY DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY AT SWANSEA?<br/><br/>This degree programme sits within the Department of Computer Science at Swansea University, which has a strong innovative research reputation developed by our international student and staff community.<br/><br/>Within the £32.5 million Computational Foundry you will have access to dedicated computer laboratories and specialised equipment for projects, such as Arduinos, smart home technologies, and virtual reality headsets. You will benefit from world-leading experimental set-ups, equipment, devices and prototypes to accelerate innovation; and have the opportunity to learn about and work with these facilities.

Kickstart a bright future at Swansea University.<br/><br/>With around 300,000 residents, Swansea isn't the biggest city this side of the Severn, but she's got a big personality! Whether you like to explore the outdoors, take in a bit of culture, or anything in between, Swansea has something for everyone.<br/><br/>As a student at Swansea University, you'll benefit from a friendly, inclusive community and opportunities to gain skills that last a lifetime. Alongside first-class resources that include a mock court room, indoor athletics centre & virtual reality lab, you'll learn from leading academics, in a supportive and nurturing environment.<br/><br/>With 120 societies, 50 sports clubs and 12 months of must-see events, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy between lectures.<br/><br/>Whoever you are and whoever you want to be, you'll find yourself right at home in Swansea.