Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Computer Science (Placement Year)

Bangor University

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) Computer Science (Placement Year) course is validated by the British Computer Society which is the Chartered Institute for Information Technology. It is designed to provide students with the skills to join a varying range of Information Technology careers, industrial research and development, or further academic study.

During this course, students will learn the fundamentals of computer science and advanced programming skills. They will also benefit from teaching that relates to the research interest of the academic staff. Specialties available during the course include computer graphics, artificial intelligence and agents, and data communications.

This degree will not only equip learners with practical skills, but also a deep understanding of the underpinning theory. Graduates from this course join industry in software development, database administration, network administration, computer applications, IT management, computer sales and marketing, and web application development.

Bangor University has recently installed an immersive technologies laboratory, where the latest devices are used for project and research work. It also provides students with the opportunity to design and administer networks and for the teaching of computer architecture modules.