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Computer Science courses

Want to create the next generation of software? Or develop apps or computer games for a living? Or even set up your own tech business one day? Whether you're already an accomplished programmer or an absolute beginner, you'll open up all these careers and more with a Computer Science degree at Hull, part of the Department of Computer Science and Technology within the Faculty of Science and Engineering.

COURSES

Because we're linked with industry giants like Microsoft, Sony and EA, everything you learn is right up to date with the latest tech and teaching.

You'll cover all the essentials like software engineering and development, computer games and graphics programming.

You'll get opportunities to hear from industry speakers and take part in programming competitions.

All our Computer Science undergraduate courses offer aguaranteed, paid year in industry, between the second and third year, as a recognised part of your degree.

Foundation year

Gives you the skills and knowledge for entry on to a degree if you don't quite meet the academic entry requirements.

Study abroad

We have partnerships with universities across the globe. Depending on your course, you can study for one trimester, or a full year, in another country.

Industrial placement

Work in industry as part of your degree. Depending on your course, you can spend part of your degree on placement. See your course page for specific details.

Integrated Masters

Some courses combine undergraduate and postgraduate study. The integrated Masters year is an extra year after your standard degree.

Undergraduate

Computer Science

AI, VR, 3D: these are the new normal. Not just for the tech industry, but for every industry. Want to play your part in developing the next big thing? This is where you start…
Computer Science for Games Development

Learn how to develop games for a living. Then step inside them in our 3D immersive cube. All while training to be a chartered IT professional. Everything you need to flourish in the world's fastest-growing entertainment industry.
Computer Science (Software Engineering)

Software engineers build the systems we depend on for modern life. From critical car control systems to the algorithms that drive the Cloud, our students get the freedom to specialise in anything they like. But first, you need to know all the fundamentals of computer science. Let's get you started…
Mechatronics and Robotics

Drones are delivering life-saving medicines to remote islands. Robots are being sent into some of the most dangerous places on Earth. The world is ever-changing. And it needs skilled, hands-on people to keep it turning. That's where you come in.

"My time at Hull prepared me for success. It's really important to inspire a future generation of students because it's the students studying computer science here and all over the world that will be making the apps and games of tomorrow."

Josh Naylor
BSc Computer Science for Games Development

WHY STUDY AT HULL?

You'll be taught by researchers rated among the best in the UK. And you'll have access to state-of-the-art facilities. There are also opportunities to get involved with a host of extracurricular activities – a real upgrade to your CV.

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The range of module options means you can tailor some programmes to suit your interests, with topics such as distributed computing, parallel programming and how to start your own high-tech business.

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We have a range of specialist facilities to support you: from high performance computing, through 3D visualisation and 3D printing, to robotics labs.

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Our courses are crafted to the latest industry standards with our links to companies like Microsoft, Sony, and Studio Gobo, ensuring that content is up to date and relevant.

CAREERS

Pursuing a career in computing, video games, teaching or the business, financial and public sectors? Your skills will be in demand. Many of our graduates now work for the likes of Sony, Microsoft, Electronic Arts, Rockstar Games, Dell and Fujitsu.

* UK domicile full-time first degree leavers, Graduate Outcomes survey for the academic year 2017/18, published by HESA 2020.

96% of students are in graduate level jobs or further study 15 months after graduating*

OUR RESEARCH

Our computer science research was ranked joint fifth in the UK for impact in the last national assessment. Specialist areas include computational science, computer gamification, dependable intelligent systems, robotics and AI, and simulation and visualization.

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