Computer Science

Technology is rapidly evolving. It affects our daily lives as people become increasingly connected and expect information on demand. With new solutions to real-world and business-related problems being released regularly, studying a computing degree could put you at the forefront of developing the next big thing. Our courses are tailored to cover the current trends of the ever-advancing industry, such as big data, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. As a result, there’s a strong demand for our graduates, as they’re equipped with invaluable technical skills to enter the fast-paced computing world.

Courses Available

Business Computing BSc

Business Computing (eBusiness) BSc

Business Computing (Human-Computer Interaction) BSc

Business Computing (Social Media) BSc

Computer Science BSc

Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) BSc

Computer Science (Digital Media and Games) BSc

Computer Science (Network Computing) BSc

Computer Science

(Software Engineering) BSc

Mathematics and Computing with an Integrated Foundation Year

Brunel’s Computer Science department has invested in brand new, dedicated computer labs. It’s here you’ll be taught using the most current specialist software and hardware, and you’ll have the opportunity to gain experience in working with robots. We’re members of the Microsoft Learn for Educators programme. This enables us to offer a range of certifications to add to your degree, and demonstrate the skills needed to be successful across a variety of technical careers. You’ll have the opportunity to showcase your projects at our annual Made in Brunel Software Innovation event. This event will give you a platform to demonstrate your expertise to industry professionals, with awards presented by the likes of Cisco, Sky and Xerox.

Careers and your future

You’ll have the option of undertaking a placement year, providing you with invaluable industry experience. Previous students worked in companies such as Microsoft, BMW, GlaxoSmithKline, IBM, and Xerox.

Alongside a focus on industry trends, you’ll benefit from gaining a comprehensive understanding of

IT systems, networking and project management, to give you a head start in your career and prepare you for the workplace.

Our recent graduates have gone on to work for well-known organisations, including Accenture, Toshiba, Microsoft, British Airways, O2, and Barclays.

Anna Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) BSc

The Computer Science department at Brunel is full of passionate lecturers who really care about their subjects and their students. In the third year we had the opportunity to hear from researchers and industry professionals which allowed us to see the theory applied to the real world.