Computing Science

Learn to program the future. prepare to excel in a range of computing fields, from the information systems of banks and businesses, to the creativity of gaming and web design, to artificial intelligence (ai). you’ll also explore machine learning, computer vision, graphics, computational biology, data science and speech processing, as well as software and systems engineering. this course is ideal if you’re a digital native who already lives and breathes computing, whether it’s through coding your own apps and websites, designing your own games, or building your own hardware. our students have a wide range of prior experience, with most being competent programmers who understand the underlying principles of the subject and can adopt a logical, systematic approach to developing solutions for real world problems.

This course is available with a placement year option where you will study for 1 additional year.the placement year provides you with a fantastic opportunity to broaden your horizons and develop valuable skills and contacts through working with a self-sourced organisation relevant to your degree subject. the minimum period in placement

• Type: Optional

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On graduation you’ll be perfectly placed for a range of roles related to computer science – particularly in the technology, finance and creative sectors, which require technical expertise along with adaptability and openness. your master’s qualification will give you insight into the nature of research, and a distinct advantage over candidates with a bsc, for positions requiring a higher degree of technical competence. in fact our master’s course is ideal preparation for a career in either academic or industrial research. this programme also embeds transferable skills such as team working, project management and idea presentation. career destinations examples of careers that you could enter include: software engineer web or app developer programmer data scientist academic/industrial researcher

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in England have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. University of East Anglia has partnerships with the following companies: