Interactive Computing

Ulster University
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Sandwich 4 Years Computer science

A-Level Entry

BBC

Avg. Graduate Salary

£26,000

About this course

The BSc Hons Interactive Computing course will provide you with a strong underpinning knowledge in programming, with an emphasis on the design and development of highly interactive computing systems, using advanced technologies to enhance the user experience.

You will learn skills that enable you to design, produce and maintain complex interactive systems in a range of commercial, creative, social and educational context.

During the course, you will develop a high level of practical, conceptual and aesthetic skills as well as the critical means to integrate them to solve real-world problems.

You will explore areas such as programming in Python and JavaScript, Database Design and Development, Professional Skills, Web Development, UX Engineering and Interactive Media & Platrforms. You will also be able to select modules which align with state-of-the-art research such as Visual Analytics, Natural and Intelligent User Interfaces and Interactive Computer Graphics.

Given the variety of applications of computing with a focus on user interaction and experience, there are jobs available in numerous fields for example software development, UX/UI design, software testing and web design and development.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades BBC
Scottish Higher BBCCC
Scottish Advanced Higher CCD
BTEC DMM

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2139 Information technology professionals
2134 Programmers and software development professionals
2141 Web design professionals
2142 Graphic and multimedia designers
2136 IT quality and testing professionals
2137 IT network professionals

Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Belfast
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Computer science
Avg. Graduate Salary
£26,000