Computer Science (Hons) The University Of Nottingham Malaysia

Overview

In the Computer Science (Hons) degree from The University Of Nottingham Malaysia you will develop a sound knowledge of the fundamentals of computer science, including appreciations of the interaction between hardware and software, an understanding of human-computer interaction and the sociological impact of information technology, and knowledge of the professional standards and ethics of the computer industry, together with the skills and confidence to react to its ever increasing rate of change.

Career paths

While many computer science graduates do become programmers, others are employed in a wide variety of jobs. These include computer analysts, IT consultants and planners, network/systems designers and engineers, researchers, software designers and engineers, web designers, web developers and producers as well as roles across advertising and marketing, business and financial analysis, accountancy and investment/merchant banking and legal and quality assurance professions. Some of our graduates have gone on to work for traditional computer companies such as Adobe, Google, Hewlett-Packard, IBM and Microsoft. Others have found jobs with employers such as Accenture, Experian, and Ocado.

New computer science graduates frequently command some of the highest-paid entry-level positions compared to graduates in other disciplines. Many of our graduates continue to further studies in subjects such as machine learning, e-commerce, information security and psychology. The School has a good record for recruiting PhD students from our own graduates and our MSc degrees prove an attractive option.