Computer Science

Computer science is the discipline that underpins the digital world, encompassing the theory of computation, the design of algorithms, the engineering of software systems, and increasingly the infrastructure of artificial intelligence, data engineering, and cyber security. It is a field where fundamental ideas, about how problems can be represented, how solutions can be computed, and how systems can be made reliable, sit alongside rapidly evolving practical applications that reshape how people live and work.

At London South Bank University, this four-year full-time programme includes a foundation year, providing an accessible entry route for students who need additional preparation before engaging with degree-level computer science. The foundation year builds the mathematical reasoning and programming foundations on which the rest of the programme builds. You will go on to work with industry-standard software, operating systems, high-performance computing environments, and hardware including embedded systems, developing hands-on skills across AI, data engineering, and cyber security alongside the core computer science curriculum.

The programme includes a sandwich placement year, giving you extended professional work experience as part of the degree, which is a significant advantage in a competitive graduate job market.

Graduates are well placed for careers across the technology sector and beyond, in roles including software engineering, data engineering, cyber security, systems administration, AI development, and technical consulting. The practical orientation of the programme and the placement year are designed to ensure that graduates are ready to contribute from day one in a professional environment. Postgraduate study in computer science, data science, AI, or security is also an option for those who wish to specialise further or develop research expertise.