Computing

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Our computing courses combine knowledge with practical skills to prepare you for a successful career.

Embark on an exciting journey into the ever-evolving digital landscape. From artificial intelligence to cybersecurity, computer scientists are essential for addressing modern challenges in a range of industries.

Computer science courses

Our undergraduate and postgraduate computer science courses prepare you for an exciting career in computing. You will gain knowledge, practical skills and hands-on experience.

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Computing skills help solve complex problems, drive innovation and creativity, and empower you to make a positive impact on the world.

Computing is everywhere in our society and there's a growing demand for individuals with tech skills across every sector. That includes everything from healthcare to energy, finance to manufacturing. The cyber security market alone is predicted to more than double globally by 2030.

By studying computing, you’ll be prepared for a lucrative career that, thanks to new ideas, applications, security threats and constantly evolving technology, is a fascinating area to work in.

  • At the heart of the North West

    We're located in the the North West, which is home to a thriving tech industry. You’ll have networking opportunities, and experience the excitement and innovation of a growing tech hub.

  • Get connected

    Our strong industry links help you secure internships, work placements, and ultimately jobs. These opportunities provide hands-on experience, enabling you to put your knowledge into practice.

  • Partnerships

    We are one of six founding partners of the Lancashire Cyber Partnership helping to shape, support, and promote the county’s world-class cyber strengths and fast-growing cyber ecosystem.

  • Real-world learning

    Our academics have extensive industry backgrounds, and many are currently active in their field. This real-world experience can benefit you in the classroom

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Explore your future, hear from our alumni

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I don’t think I’d have my current job if I didn’t have my degree. My course has aided in different parts of my work and I’ve been able to come up with some innovative solutions to implement in our test systems based off the work I did on the course.
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Laura Dryden
BSc (Hons) Forensic Computing