Computer Science

University of Kent

Computer science is an exciting and evolving subject that affects every area of our lives. A deep understanding of computing puts you in a great position to influence the future as well as paving the way to excellent employment opportunities and well-paid careers. You'll be offered plenty of support, including peer mentoring, web forums and study skills services to give you the best start to your career.Which course is right for me?Our BSc Computer Science course is designed to allow you to discover your interests through a broad approach. If you already have a path in mind, you can check out some of our specialisations:Business Information Technology – Bridging the gap between IT and business strategy.Artificial Intelligence – Learn how AI is shaping the future of computing.Cyber Security – Protect systems and data from cyber threats.Data Science – Turn raw data into valuable insights.Software Engineering – Master the principles of designing and building software.Accreditation:This degree has been accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT on behalf of the Engineering Council. Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the standards set by the Engineering Council in the UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK- PEC).Your future:An accredited degree gives you the knowledge, understanding and skills for eventual registration as an Incorporated (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng). Some employers prefer graduates from accredited degrees, and your degree is also more likely to be recognised in other countries if you're looking to work abroad. Our graduates have gone on to work in:software engineeringmobile applications developmentsystems analysisnetworkingfinance and insuranceeducationhealthcare.

School of Computing