Computer Science Middlesex University

Overview

Why study the BSc/MComp in Computer Science at Middlesex University?

The basis for a wide range of computer-based careers, computer science studies opens up opportunities across all sectors – from software development to systems engineering and everywhere in between. The Computer Science BSc/MComp course offered at the Middlesex University helps you develop the skills, knowledge and experience that will attract employers and help you achieve your computer-based career goals. You also have the option of extending your studies to 4 years and gaining an MComp qualification.

You’ll gain an understanding of the key principles of computer science while you develop your programming, system engineering, and project experience skills. You’ll also get the support, encouragement and confidence to put your skills into practice through individual and group projects. Your first year will be entirely project led, ensuring you practice your skills from the very start.

Course Highlights

• The foundation for a wide range of computer-based careers, opens new pathways by developing skills, knowledge and experience that employers want
• You’ll gain understanding of the key principles of computer science and put skills into practice through individual and group-based projects
• You’ll have the opportunity to take a year-long, paid placement as part of four-year study path, with further access to industry professionals and work experience opportunities
• Your first year is entirely project-led, and you’ll have the option of extending studies to four years to gain MComp qualification

Career Opportunities

This degree prepares you for a wide range of IT-based careers. Career prospects and the range of potential employers will be vast across the private, public and not-for-profit sectors. The average full-time salary for graduates from this group was £24,000. Based on data from the respondents of the Destination of Leavers in Higher Education survey, six months after graduating 75% Computing and Multimedia Technology graduates were in employment or further study.