Computer Science (Hons) Loughborough University

Overview

This programme can equip you with the practical and theoretical skills needed to pursue the challenging and rewarding careers that exist in computing. The MSci Computer Science (Hons) degree is offered by Loughborough University .

Key Facts

• This British Computer Society (BCS)-accredited course provides you with a strong foundation in the critical areas of computer science, with core modules in such areas as logic, programming and software engineering, while also giving you the opportunity to tailor the degree to your own strengths, interests and career aspirations through specialised optional modules covering areas like robotics and network security. You will conduct your own research project supervised by a member of our academic staff.
• The final year of the MSci provides you with substantial research experience (a thesis and a group project).
• You can choose to add further value to your degree by taking the placement year option and spending a year on professional placement gaining work experience that could give you a competitive edge in the graduate jobs market. 

Your future career:

• Our MSci (Hons) Computer Science degree is informed by industry needs and give students a thorough grounding in the fundamentals of computing, as well as transferable skills in problem-solving and project work.
• 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.
• Our graduates regularly go on to enjoy fulfilling careers with major national and international companies as well as SMEs, local government and education and research.