Learn how to design and develop the next generation of software tools and systems, and gain the knowledge and techniques required to enhance and exploit computer technology.

On this programme you will study object-oriented programming using industry standard Integrated Development Environments, web development using HTML and CSS, database technologies including MySQL and JDBC, Artificial Intelligence and applications of Machine Learning, and many other subjects including optional modules that allow you to tailor your degree content to fit your career aspirations.

This programme is designed for those with a passionate interest in technology, and who wish to progress to careers such as software engineer, system administrator, data scientist, financial analyst, app developer, and IT consultant. The flexible and diverse skillset that Computer Scientists will gain on this programme opens up many other exciting career options in a range of industries.

View recent student projects >>

The placement year in industry enables you to build contacts whilst developing your skills and professional confidence.

BSc (Hons) Computer Science at Bradford received 92% overall satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2021. 100% of students agreed with the statements "My course has provided me with opportunities to explore ideas or concepts in depth", "My course has provided me with opportunities to apply what I have learnt", and "I have been able to contact staff when I needed to".

The BSc (Hons) in Computer Science (with placement year) draws on our outstanding research strengths and expertise. Our Department of Computer Science is one of the longest established in the UK, and we have a strong heritage within the subject. Our research active staff propose cutting edge projects for you to work on during your final year, and can guide and advise you in writing your own project specification to bring your ideas and passions to life under their expert supervision.

This programme shares a common first year with our other Computer Science programmes, allowing you to transfer before the start of the second year if you feel an alternative course better suits your emerging interests or career aspirations.

Professional accreditation

Accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional. 

Computer Science is a subject that is constantly growing and fast changing in a modern, knowledge and technology based world, and is in great demand. It concerns the understanding of computer systems and networks in great depth. Computers are what underpin, support and transform science, business, society and every aspect of modern life.

Our graduates have been highly regarded and sought after. Recent graduates have gone on to work in a varied range of positions, working for companies such as IBM, Intel, Microsoft, Hewlett- Packard (HP), Cap Gemini, FDM Group, Centrica, BBC, British Sky Broadcasting, Rolls Royce, JP Morgan, NHS trusts and a range of other local and regional companies.