Computer Science

About this course

Computer science is the study of how computers solve problems, combining the theory and practice of computation with the design of algorithms, software systems, and the digital architectures on which modern life depends. It is a discipline that asks fundamental questions about what can be computed, how efficiently, and with what guarantees, while also developing the practical programming and systems skills needed to build the applications, networks, and platforms that connect people and organisations across the world. At Huddersfield this three-year full-time programme begins with a common first year shared across computing degrees, providing a strong foundation in core concepts before you progress to more specialised topics. You will study programming, algorithms, data structures, software engineering, operating systems, and the mathematical foundations of computing, developing both th

Where its graduates go

The 5 largest scored destinations, covering 95% of graduates; the headline also reflects the subject baseline.

• 72 / 100Information Technology Professionals · 70% of graduatescards →
• 68 / 100Customer service occupations · 5% of graduatescards →
• 48 / 100Business and public service associate professionals · 5% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Science, engineering and technology associate professionals · 5% of graduatescards →
• 5 / 100Elementary occupations · 10% of graduatescards →

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