Computer Science

About this course

Computer science is the discipline that underpins the digital world. It encompasses the theory of computation, the design and analysis of algorithms, software engineering, the architecture of computing systems, data structures, and the mathematical foundations that make rigorous reasoning about software and systems possible. Far from being purely technical, computer science also engages with questions of ethics, security, and the social consequences of technology, making it one of the most practically and intellectually consequential disciplines in higher education today. At Birkbeck College, this part-time BSc is designed for students who want to develop their computing expertise while working or managing other commitments. You will gain both the theoretical foundations and the practical skills needed to succeed in software and computing careers, learning how software is designed, buil

Where its graduates go

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

• 72 / 100Information Technology Professionals · 55% of graduatescards →
• 48 / 100Business and public service associate professionals · 10% of graduatescards →
• 28 / 100Engineering professionals · 10% of graduatescards →
• 8 / 100Protective service occupations · 10% of graduatescards →
• 5 / 100Elementary occupations · 10% of graduatescards →

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