COMPUTING
97% of organisations are investing in AI and big data (New Vantage Partners, 2022). There's never been a better time to explore what this rewarding industry has to offer. Discover our computing courses at Northumbria University today.
Undergraduate
An undergraduate degree is your first step into higher education, providing you with foundational knowledge and skills in your chosen field. It's typically completed in three to four years.
BSc (Hons) Computing with Artificial Intelligence Technology
The BSc (Hons) Computing with AI Technology will provide you with a recognised undergraduate qualification which combines a wide range of computing subject areas with Artificial Intelligence Technology.
It is also attractive to learners who have related IT work experience but do not hold a first degree as they provide an opportunity to achieve an academic qualification in a subject area they are familiar with.
Entry requirements: 112 UCAS Tariff points GCSE Maths and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or an equivalent
English language requirements: IELTS 6.0 with no component less than 5.5, or equivalent.
BSc (Hons) Computing with Information Technology Management
This BSc programme can prepare you for a range of careers in Innovation Technology Design, Business Intelligence and Software Development, including technical, management, and leadership opportunities in in this discipline.
Entry requirements: 112 UCAS Tariff points GCSE Maths and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or an equivalent.
English language requirements: IELTS 6.0 with no component less than 5.5, or equivalent.
BSc (Hons) Computing with Cyber Security Technology
This programme aims to develop your knowledge and skills in information governance, information assurance, cyber security risk management and penetration testing as a countermeasure against cyber-attacks. You will also learn and develop skills in digital forensics.
Entry requirements: 112 UCAS Tariff points GCSE Maths and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or an equivalent
English language requirements: IELTS 6.0 with no component less than 5.5, or equivalent.
BSc (Hons) Computing with Technology
This programme will help equip you with key knowledge and skills in cutting-edge computing technologies, allowing you to discover new ways to practice, analyse, design, plan, and implement network solutions to support business operations.
Entry requirements: 112 UCAS Tariff points GCSE Maths and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or an equivalent.
English language requirements: IELTS 6.0 with no component less than 5.5, or equivalent.
BSc (Hons) Computing with Data Science and Big Data Technology
Data Scientists carry out applied research to create innovative data-driven solutions to business problems. Usually, they work with large, complex, varied, and unstructured data sets, that are not suitable for using traditional data analysis approaches and techniques.
This BSc programme can prepare you for a range of careers in Big Data and Data Science including technical, management, and leadership opportunities in this discipline.
Entry requirements: 112 UCAS Tariff points GCSE Maths and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or an equivalent.
English language requirements: IELTS 6.0 with no component less than 5.5, or equivalent.
Postgraduate
A postgraduate degree builds on your undergraduate studies, offering advanced knowledge and specialised skills. Ideal for deepening expertise and enhancing career prospects.
MSc Computing and Technology (with Advanced Practice)
The MSc Computing and Technology programme is designed specifically to enable you to update, extend and deepen your knowledge in computing and IT and wider digital leadership and technology subjects, in order to enhance and accelerate your career opportunities.
Entry requirements: Minimum 2:2 honours degree, or equivalent in any subject
English language requirements: IELTS 6.5 with no component less than 5.5, or equivalent.
Advanced Practice: After completing your Masters modules, you can choose one of six Advanced Practice options: Internship, Consultancy Project, Research Project, Professional Skills Practice, Enterprise Business Start-up, or Design Innovation.
MSc Artificial Intelligence Technology (with Advanced Practice)
This masters programme is focused on developing your abilities as a digital leader, capable of identifying and implementing technical solutions to deliver future improvements to your organisation.
Entry requirements: Minimum 2:2 honours degree, or equivalent in any subject
English language requirements: IELTS 6.5 with no component less than 5.5, or equivalent.
Advanced Practice: After completing your Masters modules, you can choose one of six Advanced Practice options: Internship, Consultancy Project, Research Project, Professional Skills Practice, Enterprise Business Start-up, or Design Innovation.
MSc Web and Mobile Development Technologies
The aim of the MSc Web and Mobile Development Technologies is to provide you with a firm grounding in strategic web development skills, with a specific focus on mobile development and user experience.
The programme is designed to help you develop the lifelong skills needed to rise to the challenge and opportunity of emerging technologies and engage in an area that is notoriously high-risk and has an increased potential for unreliability.