Computer Science

Computer Science is one of the fastest-growing and most influential fields in the modern world.

From artificial intelligence to cybersecurity, robotics to mobile app development, this subject equips students with a deep understanding of computational thinking, programming, systems architecture and emerging technologies. It is ideal for problem-solvers, innovators and anyone who wants to shape the digital future.

What you will study

Programming and computational thinking

• Designing algorithms using abstraction, decomposition and pseudocode
• Solving logic problems and building programs using a chosen language
• Applying computational thinking to real-world challenges

Computer systems and theory

• How computers process data, store information and communicate via networks
• System architecture, software, cybersecurity and the impact of technology
• Problem solving-using concepts from maths and logic

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"I get to learn different programming languages and enjoy the creative control that I had during the non-examined assessment." Leanne

Next steps – where might it lead?

Studying Computer Science can lead to degrees such as:

• Computer science
• Software engineering 
• Artificial intelligence
• Cyber security 
• Data science 
• Mathematic

What experience and skills will you gain?

You'll develop a broad set of transferable and career-ready skills, including:

• Strong practical programming and software development skills
• Logical reasoning, critical thinking, structured problem-solving
• Creativity in designing digital solutions to real-world problems
• Resilience, experimentation and independent learning through coding
• Experience with algorithms, data structures and computational modelling

Future careers – where might this take you?

Graduates can pursue careers such as:

• Software Engineer (£29,000-£71,000)
• Data and Al (£29,000-£120,000)
• Cybersecurity (£25,000-£80,000)
• Networking (E30,000-£90,000)
• Game Development (£29,000-£70,000)