Computing Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Advanced knowledge of fundamentals and innovations in digital and technology solutions, and their application to solve real-life problems are at the heart of Buckingham’s computing programmes. Accredited by the British Computer Society, our undergraduate programmes blend theory with practice to ensure students gain confidence, skills, and the expertise required to becoming an IT professional in this increasingly interdisciplinary field. Student-centred small group teaching and learning utilising state-of-art technologies and equipment, informed by cutting-edge research, prepares graduates of this programme for a rewarding career in industries of the future.

Innovations in technological solutions are essential to solve some of the most complex challenges humanity faces today. This two-year computing degree aims to equip students with key competencies to analyse complex problems, and design, implement and evaluate innovative, ethical and sustainable digital solutions to a wide range of problems in modern society.

Software is now considered to be a complex engineering product that requires a professional, systematic, collaborative and an interdisciplinary approach to design and develop. Thus, knowledge and understanding of software development processes, tools and techniques, as well as practical skills to implement such products are much sought-after within many sectors of the economy. This programme is designed for students who are curious to learn the underlying theories, concepts and techniques in computing and software development, and apply them to solve previously unseen problems.

This fast-tracked programme prepares students to work in dynamic and agile organisations or to pursue postgraduate education. Our small-group teaching and learning environment supported by personal tutors offer students a personalised learning experience to achieve their full potential. Learning is enriched through collaborative projects, co-curricular activities and seminars by guest speakers from industry. Opportunities for professional skills development are offered throughout the degree programme. Students are encouraged to be innovative and enterprising whilst considering relevant ethical, sustainability, diversity and inclusivity issues.

### Second year specialisms

Students on the BSc Computing programme may opt to transfer to one of the following pathways in the second year:

* Artificial Intelligence and Robotics

* Cyber Security

* Computer Games and Immersive Applications Development

Each specialism pathway contains modules designed to ensure you develop the skills necessary to progress into employment in these areas of the Computing sector. Students who wish to transfer to a specialism pathway must do so prior to the end of their first year.