Program Overview

Computing specialists are in high demand as technology now plays a role in almost everything we do. Our Computing degree, with Foundation Year, combines the core principles of the field with a forward-looking approach to embracing and driving new developments.The programme has been rated 1st in Wales and 3rd in the UK for learning opportunities and 8th in the UK for academic support (WGU analysis of unpublished 2019 NSS data).The course will prepare you for a career in this exciting industry with your highly sought-after skills in computer programming, database development, networking, website development and information systems design. These are vital skills for gaining entry into organisations that demand confident and technically equipped computing graduates. Through studying computing, you will develop a number of practical skills that are useful in any field of business, such as problem solving, teamwork, project management and how to use information technology effectively as well as understanding specialised software. You will gain practical experience through work placements and working on real life projects as part of the course.You can also choose to study this course as a three year degree (without the foundation year) BSc (Hons) Computing UCAS code:I674