Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Kings College London, UK

On our Computer Science BSc course, you will gain an in-depth understanding of computer-based information systems in the heart of a connected London. The first two years of the course focus on the foundations of computer science and will equip you with the skills to develop a software system as part of a team – something that will serve you well for your future career.

The third year allows you to specialise your knowledge by selecting from a range of modules, and showcase your talents by completing an individual project.

The BSc in Computer Science will allow you to understand the underlying principles of a range of Computer Science dimensions, including:

• Software Engineering (e.g. programming skills and technologies, as well as planning, implementation, and maintenance of large software projects).
• Algorithms and Optimisation (e.g. analysis and benchmarking of software, algorithmic techniques).
• Cybersecurity (e.g. cryptography and Information security).
• Systems Engineering (e.g. real-time and embedded systems, communication protocols, and systemslevel programming).
• Foundations of Computing (e.g. programming paradigms, and computational models).
• Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (e.g., formal logics, search techniques, machine learning).

It will also provide you with the background knowledge and skills required to become a successful professional able to work in a range of exciting roles (see Careers Prospects).
You will also have the opportunity to transfer to the study abroad pathway and spend your 3rd year at a partner institution before returning to King’s for your final year. This depends on you reaching a certain grade average and being accepted by a Partner University.

Our Computer Science BSc course will provide you with an in-depth understanding of the field of computer- based information systems offering you opportunities to develop analytical and practical transferable skills, as well as an understanding of the changing role of Computer Science in society and relevant social, legal, professional, and ethical responsibilities. All these are key knowledge and skills that will allow you to learn and adapt continuously and are important in both well-established and cutting-edge roles of Computer Science professionals.

In the first two years, you will study areas such as programming, computer systems, databases, software engineering and logic. In the third year, you will undertake a project that will offer you an opportunity to integrate the knowledge gained across different modules and to apply this in the context of a more complex development project (e.g. a project solving real challenges faced by the industry).