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Computer science
Do you enjoy all things tech? Do you find yourself wanting to keep up with the latest innovations or checking out the newest smartphone app and software programmes?
If this sounds like you, a degree in computer science could be your calling.
By studying computer science at Hertfordshire, you’ll experience teaching at the forefront of technology and design the future innovations which will become an essential part of modern life. Plus, you’ll learn in state-of-the-art facilities in our brand-new School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science building, called Spectra. Our experiential learning zones including large Conceive-Design-Implement-Operate (CDIO) spaces, specialist workshops and laboratories have been designed to get the best out of you.
Maybe you'd like to get hands on developing robotic systems, or you'd like to delve into the depths of programming, networks, and operating systems. Perhaps your ambition is to specialise in artificial intelligence, or you'd prefer to go beneath the skin of the data that underpins the modern world and be in charge of transforming the digital society in our daily lives.
Whatever your passion, our range of modules in AI, Robotics, data science, software engineering, cyber security, computer networks, and machine learning will give you the opportunity to specialise in something you care about.
Follow in the footsteps of our recent graduates who have gone on to work at organisations including Sega Europe, Canon UK and EE and kickstart your career in the diverse industry of computer science with the tools and confidence you need to stay ahead of the competition.
Why choose Herts?
Inspiring spaces
Brand new School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science building
World-leading research
90% of research ranked as world-leading (Research Excellence Framework, 2021)
Strong industry links
with local and national organisations
Courses
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science |
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Applied Data Science) (Online) |
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Applied Data Science) (Top Up) (Online) | 240 Credits from BTEC HND or foundation degree in computer studies or software engineering or equivalent qualification. |
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) |
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GG47 | |||||||||||||
BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Cyber Security and Networks) |
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Online) |
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Software Engineering) |
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GG46 | |||||||||||||
BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Top Up) (Online) | For Level 6 entry to BSc awards:
Mature students who do not have the formal qualifications, but who have a firm background in computing, will also be considered for entry to the programme. Professional references and a personal statement will be required to determine suitability. |
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science (top-up) | 240 Credits from BTEC HND or foundation degree in computer studies or software engineering or equivalent qualification. |
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BSc (Hons) Data Science |
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G200 | |||||||||||||
BSc (Hons) Information Technology |
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G501 | |||||||||||||
BSc (Hons) Information Technology (Online) |
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BSc (Hons) Information Technology (Top Up) (Online) | For Level 6 entry to BSc awards:
Mature students who do not have the formal qualifications, but who have a firm background in computing, will also be considered for entry to the programme. Professional references and a personal statement will be required to determine suitability. |
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BSc (Hons) Information Technology (top-up) | 240 Credits from BTEC HND or foundation degree in computer studies or software engineering or equivalent qualification. |
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MEng (Hons) Robotics and Artificial Intelligence |
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BEng (Hons) Robotics and Artificial Intelligence |
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120–128 | H671 |
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Applied Data Science) (Online) |
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Applied Data Science) (Top Up) (Online) | 240 Credits from BTEC HND or foundation degree in computer studies or software engineering or equivalent qualification. |
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Online) |
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Top Up) (Online) | For Level 6 entry to BSc awards:
Mature students who do not have the formal qualifications, but who have a firm background in computing, will also be considered for entry to the programme. Professional references and a personal statement will be required to determine suitability. |
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BSc (Hons) Information Technology (Online) |
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BSc (Hons) Information Technology (Top Up) (Online) | For Level 6 entry to BSc awards:
Mature students who do not have the formal qualifications, but who have a firm background in computing, will also be considered for entry to the programme. Professional references and a personal statement will be required to determine suitability. |