Course Overview

Our computing students go into a wide range of national and global careers. Graduates have worked in various industries, including the power, avionics, and pharmaceutical industries. And for national and international companies, including Cisco, HMRC, Accenture and Durham Police.

Professional placement

During your degree, we advertise a variety of paid placement opportunities (subject to availability). You can apply for a year-long supervised work placement between your second and final year. A station allows you to improve your employment prospects by developing new skills and deepening your understanding of your subject.

Employers carry out student selection through competitive interviews and often skills tests. Placements are not compulsory but are assessed and contribute to your final degree award.

Our placements team gives you help and support throughout the placement process, including guidance on applications and interviews, to help you get a suitable placement.

Our students have been placed in organisations such as IBM, Microsoft, SABIC Petrochemicals and Thomson Reuters.

General Eligibility

Any combination of level 3 qualifications. Each application is considered on a case-by-case basis.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).