Computer Science

Computer Science is a rigorous discipline fundamentally related to mathematics and physical science. The course assumes no prior knowledge of Computer Science or programming but will harness your talent and passion for technology, and your desire to understand computing principles. It is fully accredited by the British Computer Society and the Master’s degree meets the requirements for Chartered Engineer and Chartered Scientist status.

You’ll acquire technical skills in software engineering, algorithm analysis and system design, as well as experience of project management, research and scientific method. Working closely with industry leaders will enable you to develop industrially relevant subject knowledge and transferable skills such as communication, team work and planning, which are highly valued by employers. For example, your second-year Group Software Project, currently taught in conjunction with Deutsche Bank, allows you to apply your skills to real-world problems.

Your first year lays the foundation for a deeper knowledge of Computer Science and your second year will further your understanding of areas such as operating systems and computer networks, computational theory and software engineering. In your third year you’ll undertake an individual project, where you will apply your learning to an area of your choice under the supervision of world-leading academics.

Throughout the course, you can also select from optional modules including Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Computer Security. Regardless of whether you were admitted onto the BSc or MEng programme, you have the option to transfer between the two courses up until the end of your second year (subject to UK visa regulations). You will need to achieve a 2:1 or higher in your second year to move from the BSc to the MEng course.

ear 1 lays the foundations for you to develop a deeper understanding of computer science. You will study core modules in advanced mathematics, programming, algorithms and computer architecture, as well as a range of optional modules in areas of your choosing.

Year 2 builds on your knowledge and skills by giving you the chance to explore areas such as operating systems, computer networks, software engineering, artificial intelligence and the theory of computation. You will further your scientific view of the discipline and acquire a set of industry-ready skills, most notably through a group software engineering project undertaken with one of our international industrial partners.

Year 3 exposes you to cutting-edge topics in computer science. You will complete an individual project, where you will apply your skills to an area of your choice under the supervision of our world-leading academics. Alongside your project you will select from an extensive range of optional modules, including those in areas such as machine learning, wireless sensor networks, neural computing and social informatics.

• Warwick International Foundation Programme (IFP) required. Alternatively IB, A-Levels or APs.
• English language requirements Minimum overall score 7.0
• We do not otherwise typically interview applicants. Offers are made based on your predicted and actual grades, along with your personal statement. Occasionally, some applicants may be interviewed, for example candidates returning to study or those with non-standard qualifications.