Computer Science (with an industrial placement year)
University of SussexA-Level Entry
AAB
Avg. Graduate Salary
£35,000
About this course
About this course
Computer Science at Sussex provides a rigorous professional education in computing. You can also apply for a year working in industry.
Our MComp covers the fundamental concepts of computing and their application, and includes advanced study in specialisms including artificial intelligence, digital media, IT management, and mobile systems.
You’ll study in our Future Technologies Labs, which include a student-focused hub, teaching labs with suites of high-spec computers, and project workspaces.
You’ll graduate with deep knowledge and skills in areas that are in high demand in industry.
To help you gain experience and increase your employability, you can apply for an optional placement as part of your course. This can be a fantastic opportunity to gain real-life insight into industry as well as skills valued by employers. You’ll be responsible for applying for and securing your placement. Our dedicated careers team can help you:
Don’t worry if you’re not successful, you’ll simply transfer to a non-placement version of your course.
Accreditation
This course is accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT.
MComp or BSc?
We also offer this course without the industrial placement year, as a three-year BSc, or as a four-year BSc with an industrial placement year.
Location
Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.
About the University of Sussex
Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.
Entry Requirements
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Master of Computing (with Honours) - MCompu (H)
- Study Mode
- Sandwich
- Duration
- 5 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Brighton
- Scheme
- Undergraduate (Integrated Masters)
- Subjects
- Computer science
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £35,000