Computer Science (Hons) Solent University

Overview

This practical Computer Science (Hons) degree at Solent University encourages you to develop an extensive knowledge of computer programming using Java and Python. A range of projects will also help you build practical experience in designing, building and implementing computer systems, culminating in a major final-year software development project.

They believe it is important that you enter the world of work with a range of skills that enable you to succeed, and actively focus on enhancing your employability throughout the degree. 

You will be supported to gain work experience throughout your degree, and recent students have worked with a wide range of companies including large organisations such as the NHS, General Dynamics, Qinetiq, Garmin, Rackspace, the Met Office, Ordnance Survey and Capita and many more local SMEs such as CleverTouch, Transactor Global Solutions, Zentive, Westermo and MWR Security.

Career

The UK tech sector was valued at £820bn in 2023. Computing was among the top 30 most in-demand jobs in the UK in 2023, as well as being among the top highest paid graduate jobs.

Thanks to the course team’s extensive links with industry, you’ll be supported to gain contacts and work experience opportunities throughout the degree – there is also a chance to attend the regular ‘Happy Hour Digital Industry’. 

These talks are designed to offer an insight into working in the tech and digital industries, and are mainly focused on early career or how to get into the industry - with speakers presenting their journey and professional practice. Recent speakers have included professionals from LUSH Digital, IBM, Westermo and LittleBigBox.