BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Placement Year

Delivered across three years - or four, if you choose to include an industry placement, our BSc (Hons) Computer Science degree is designed to develop your in-depth knowledge and understanding of programming, databases and computer systems.

Through core modules you'll look at Java, Linux, databases, artificial intelligence, software engineering and computer graphics. You'll also have the opportunity to choose specialist optional modules in web and mobile development, virtual reality, information security and more.

Learn more about the course modules in the section below.

Embedding collaboration with industry and working on real-world projects is an essential aspect of studying computing at Salford. In your second year you'll have the opportunity to take-part in our three-week long industry challenge, Hackcamp. Working in a team with other second year computing students, you'll develop a web-hosted dashboard or application to meet a real-life brief, set by one of our industry partners. At the end of the three weeks students also have the chance to present their finished project at our Hackcamp showcase day.

Working on real-world set briefs alongside your specialist studies will give you the skills and knowledge you need to prepare for an exciting career in tech. You will also bring all of your learning together by completing an individual project in your final year, where you can focus on an area of software engineering of your choice.

On this course, you will have the opportunity to take an industrial placement year between years two and three. Although you will be responsible for securing your own placement, we will assign you a placement tutor to monitor your progress and assess your final report.

By completing a placement year, you can add 'with professional experience' to your degree award. Industry placements are an excellent way to enhance your CV, gain hands-on work experience and build industry connections.