Our modern world works because of computer scientists. It’s a world where the vast majority of global money exists only on computers and a computer can tell a fake smile from a real one. By 2020, an estimated 31 billion devices will be connected to the internet.

This course has a practical, problem solving approach. You’re taught how to design effective solutions to complex problems. Not only will this course give you the theory, but you’ll get lots of practical experience in how to design, build and analyse computer systems. You’ll also develop a firm understanding of how computers work as well as effective computer programming.

Our graduates are highly sought-after. We’ll help you build strong links within the industry and give you the opportunity to take part in a three-month summer placement or a one-year placement. You’ll also have the chance to experience diverse international teaching methods if you choose to study abroad.

Here at Stirling, you can enjoy access to a vibrant community. You’ll get exposure to BCS (The Chartered Institute for IT) chapters and you can join an active Computer Club that supports projects and activities for those interested in Computer Sciences, including the organisation of a Hackathon.

When you graduate with a BSc (Hons) Computer Science, you’ll be fully accredited by the British Computer Society, making you a Chartered Information Technology Professional (CITP) - the Society’s professional member level.

From software development to data analysis, our computer science graduates have a range of opportunities open to them.

Jobs directly related to your degree include:

• Information systems manager
• Data analyst
• IT consultant
• Multimedia programmer
• SEO specialist
• Systems analyst
• Systems developer
• UX analyst
• Web designer
• Web developer
• Application analyst
• Business analyst
• Database administrator
• Games developer

This degree will place you at the forefront of computing in a web-based world. Our industry placements will ease your transition into the job market.

Our graduates are highly sought-after and well-equipped to enter either the software industry itself or one of the many fields in which computer systems are extensively used and developed. Our recent graduates have been successful in obtaining employment with the likes of Agilent (Hewlett Packard Ltd), British Telecom, Google, HSBC, KANA, Logica, Microsoft and Scottish Power.

This course provides a perfect foundation for progressing to our postgraduate qualifications.

100% of BSc Computing Science graduates are in work or doing further study six months after finishing (NSS 2020).