Computer Science and Mathematics (Hons) Loughborough University

Overview

Many real-world problems are solved by a close-knit combination of mathematical and computational techniques. The MSci  Computer Science and Mathematics (Hons)  degree from  Loughborough University  equips you with essential skills in both of these areas and their intersection.

Key Facts

• The course is divided equally into topics from computer science and mathematics so that graduates have a wide range of experience in both areas. The core mathematics subjects required for business, industry and academia are studied in the first two years of this course, with a particular emphasis on computational methods. The core computer science subjects studied in the first two years have a particular emphasis on mathematical aspects of computer science.
• In your third year you get to conduct a project that draws on knowledge of computer science and mathematics as well as having the opportunity to tailor your degree to your individual preferences by choosing from a range of optional specialised modules in both subjects.
• The additional year of the MSci provides a broad understanding and study of entrepreneurship, further in-depth mathematical modelling and the opportunity to develop your research skills with a substantial research-based individual project conducted with a member of academic staff.

What's the difference between MSci and BSc?

• The BSc Computer Science and Mathematics degree will provide a thorough grounding in the critical areas of the subject and enable you to develop skills and knowledge sought by employers in diverse industries. The Masters in Science (MSci) degree provide an ideal preparation for research and development work in industry or for a PhD and is designed to create leaders in the subject area by giving in-depth experience of cutting edge research.

Your future career:

• In addition to the academic content of the degree courses, emphasis is placed on the development of your personal, managerial and presentation skills.
• We continually monitor course content for quality and make improvements based on feedback from students, senior industrialists and accrediting bodies such as the British Computer Society and Tech Partnership Degrees.
• The graduates regularly go on to enjoy fulfilling careers with major national and international companies as well as SMEs, local government and education and research.
• Students from across our courses have been able to gain employment in a wide range of roles and organisations after graduation. Although the majority go on to work in the information and communication or the financial sector, graduates have been able to apply their skills in a variety of contexts. 2018 graduates of this course have gone on to pursue careers with Lloyds Bank, Shorts Chartered Accountants, and Spirax Sarco.