Computer Science
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Courses we offer
With so much recent investment and a heavy reliance on fast, effective technologies in the 21st Century, computing is truly a global industry. Here at Sunderland, we offer a fantastic range of courses which will allow you to take advantage of the growing number of opportunities in the sector. Take a look below to find the right one for you.
Read more about how we've rebooted our Engineering and Computing facilities and invested heavily in some exciting new technologies.
Undergraduate courses
BSc (Hons) Computer Science
The broadest of our computing courses. Learn the fundamentals of how computers work the way they do, as well as models in software development, system programming and programming languages. Previous graduates have gone on to work for British Airways and Sage, so how far will you go in this highly rewarding industry?
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BSc (Hons) Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics
In a world where cybercrime is on the rise, the need for highly-skilled professionals has never been higher. Gain vital industry experience and contacts with a paid, one-year placement, unlock information using ethical hacking and learn the fundamentals of programming with modules in C#, Java and SQL.
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BSc (Hons) Game Development
Thrive in one of the fastest growing regions for games software development, perfect your craft using Sony's Dev Kit software, and learn how to develop simple point and shoot mini-games all the way up to exhilarating 3D games for major consoles. Connect with some of the biggest names in the industry though a one-year placement and leave with a dynamic portfolio.
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Integrated Foundation Year
This is a four-year version of our popular BSc (Hons) Computer Science course, with an integrated foundation year. The broadest of our computing courses. Learn the fundamentals of how computers work the way they do, as well as models in software development, system programming and programming languages. Previous graduates have gone on to work for British Airways and Sage, so how far will you go in this highly rewarding industry?
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BSc (Hons) Game Development with Integrated Foundation Year
This is a four-year version of our popular BSc (Hons) Game Development course, with an integrated foundation year. Thrive in one of the fastest growing regions for games software development, perfect your craft using Sony's Dev Kit software, and learn how to develop simple point and shoot mini-games all the way up to exhilarating 3D games for major consoles. Connect with some of the biggest names in the industry though a one-year placement and leave with a dynamic portfolio.
Find out more about BSc (Hons) Game Development with Integrated Foundation Year
BSc (Hons) Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics with Integrated Foundation Year
This is a four-year version of our popular BSc (Hons) Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics course, with an integrated foundation year. In a world where cybercrime is on the rise, the need for highly-skilled professionals has never been higher. Gain vital industry experience and contacts with a paid, one-year placement, unlock information using ethical hacking and learn the fundamentals of programming with modules in C#, Java and SQL.
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BSc (Hons) Computer Systems Engineering (Top-Up)
Enhance your skills with our industry-standard software to build a range of software systems, hone your talents in project management, and put your knowledge to the test to find solutions to real-life problems, all while working towards a BSc Honours degree.
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BSc (Hons) Network Systems Engineering (Top-Up)
Top-up your HND or Foundation Degree in a computer networking discipline to a BSc (Hons) with our one-year course. You'll still have access to our state-of-the-art Cisco networking equipment and a Microsoft Visual Studio, placing you at the cutting edge of industry which will allow you to make an impact in your chosen field straight away.
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BSc (Hons) Applied Business Computing (Top-Up) via Study Centres
Benefit from Sunderland’s teaching of computing from your home country. Like all courses taught at the University of Sunderland, this one-year course develops a blend of theory and practice, allowing you to boost your career by ‘topping-up’ your existing knowledge and skills while earning a BSc Honours degree.
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BSc (Hons) Mobile and Web Technologies (Top-Up) via Study Centres
This course aims to produce highly motivated, technically competent individuals who can effectively utilise technologies and tools used in mobile and web technologies. The course is informed by human-computer interaction (HCI) and user experience design (UXD). You will use a range of industry standard software such as Swift, Android Studio and Cisco OS. You will graduate as a competent programmer and/or developer opening up a wide range of employment opportunities in a rapidly evolving and competitive computing industry.
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BSc (Hons) Computer Systems Engineering (Top-Up) via Study Centres
Do you want to study Computer Systems Engineering delivered by a respected UK university? Benefit from Sunderland’s expertise without leaving your home country. Enhance your skills, build a range of software systems, and work with industry-standard software. We’ll encourage you to develop your skills and support you while you work towards earning a BSc Honours degree.
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BSc (Hons) Business Intelligence Data Analytics (Top-Up) via Study Centres
This course will produce highly-motivated, technically-competent individuals who can effectively utilise technologies and tools used in business intelligence and data analytics. You will develop expertise in a range of industry-standard software such as Oracle, Python (Anaconda Navigator), RStudio and Weka. You will graduate as a technically-competent data and information systems analyst with experience of up-to-date methodologies, opening up a wide range of employment opportunities.
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BSc (Hons) Computer Science via Study Centres
The broadest of our computing courses. Learn the fundamentals of how computers work the way they do, as well as models in software development, system programming and programming languages. Previous graduates have gone on to work for British Airways and Sage, so how far will you go in this highly rewarding industry?
Find out more about Computer Science via Study Centres
BSc (Hons) Network Systems Engineering (Top-Up) via Study Centres
This course will equip you with the knowledge and abilities to embark on a career in a networking environment, working in large enterprises and for service providers. You will be provided with a solid grounding in advanced routing, telecommunications and cyber security, so that you can contribute to the efficient operation and management of complex networks and network services.
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BSc (Hons) Information and Communication Technology (Top-up) via Study Centres
Gain the knowledge and abilities to embark on a career as a confident IT manager who has wide experience not only in hardware and in software development but also in business processes, decision making, ethics and professionalism, systems admin, forensic auditing and service management. You will be able to forge a career managing the deployment of ICT in business and industry to enable and drive business strategy for competitive advantage.
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Customised Awards Scheme
Pick and choose the modules you want to study to build a tailor-made course. Available at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, this course allows you to gain a qualification that closely matches your particular needs.
Find out more about Customised Awards SchemePostgraduate courses
MSc Data Science
Learn the technical and practical skills to analyse big data that is key to success in future business, digital media and science. Study industry-specific topics and specialise in areas such as data mining, machine learning, data analytics and visualisation, and security of big data.
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MSc Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity is a fast developing and exciting subject. There is an unprecedented rise in cybercrime, cyber attacks and cyber threats to individuals, businesses and society. Resilient cybersecurity systems and infrastructures attempt to prevent attack and protect individuals and businesses from such attacks.
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MSc Computing
This MSc in Computing will enhance your knowledge in topics such as software development, networks, database systems and web development. Develop the necessary skills to undertake a Masters-level project in designing and implementing IT systems, without previous experience, and graduate with the skills to make a significant contribution to IT research and team-based IT projects.
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MSc Applied Data Science
On the Applied Data Science MSc course, you'll study subjects including the fundamentals of data science, data mining, machine learning, data analytics and visualisation, and security of big data. In addition, you'll have the opportunity to undertake a placement and put your skills into practice.
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MSc Applied Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity is a fast developing and exciting subject. There is an unprecedented rise in cybercrime, cyber attacks and cyber threats to individuals, businesses and society. Resilient cybersecurity systems and infrastructures attempt to prevent attack and protect individuals and businesses from such attacks.
Find out more about Applied Cybersecurity
MSc Applied Computing
This MSc in Applied Computing will enhance your knowledge in topics such as software development, networks, database systems and web development. Develop the necessary skills to undertake a Masters-level project in designing and implementing IT systems, without previous experience, and graduate with the skills to make a significant contribution to IT research and team-based IT projects.
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MSc Information Technology Management via Study Centres
This Masters course is a direct response to the increasing demand for highly effective IT managers. Our aim is to equip you with the knowledge to become a valued professional who combines advanced technical expertise with strong managerial skills.
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MSc Computing via Study Centres
Study in an outstanding high-tech computing environment without leaving your home country. This MSc in Computing will enhance your knowledge in topics such as software development, networks, database systems and web development. Develop the necessary skills to undertake a Masters-level project in designing and implementing IT systems, without previous experience, and graduate with the skills to make a significant contribution to IT research and team-based IT projects.
Find out more about Computing via Study Centres
MSc Cybersecurity via Study Centres
Study in an outstanding high-tech computing environment without leaving your home country. This Cybersecurity course will provide you with the technical and practical skills to make a difference to society by providing safe and secure digital environments, allowing the public, business and industry, and the economy to function safely.
Find out more about Cybersecurity via Study Centres
MSc Business Technology Management via Study Centres
Our MSc in Business Technology Management course combines modules from our existing courses in Cybersecurity and Data Science – you will explore both of these cutting-edge topics from a technology management perspective. The course is designed to meet the current needs of employers giving you the knowledge and skills to deal with organisational data management requirements.
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MSc Data Science via Study Centres
Learn the technical and practical skills to analyse big data that is key to success in future business, digital media and science. Study industry-specific topics and specialise in areas such as data mining, machine learning, data analytics and visualisation, and security of big data.
Find out more about Data Science via Study Centres
MSc Computer Science
This 100% online MSc Computer Science has been designed for ambitious individuals who aren’t from a computer science background and who want to launch a new career in computer science or want to incorporate computer science expertise and knowledge into their current field as a means of accelerating their career progression. This online Computer Masters is also open to professionals who work in computer science roles and want to gain an academic qualification to enhance their credentials and career prospects.
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MSc Computer Science with Data Science
100% online MSc Computer Science with Data Science is ideal for professionals who want to develop data science skills to apply to their current role as a means of progressing their career and is open to professionals who work in computer science roles and want to gain an academic qualification to enhance their credentials and career prospects. Studying the course, you will gain the knowledge and skills required to succeed in one of the numerous and high demand data scientist roles in today’s employment market.
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MSc Computer Science with Cybersecurity
This 100% online MSc Computer Science with Cybersecurity has been designed to provide individuals who don’t have an academic or professional background in IT or cybersecurity with the specialist knowledge and skills to launch an exciting new career in cybersecurity. The course represents an excellent opportunity for you to develop cyber skills to apply to your current role as a means of progressing your career. You'll learn to effectively specify, design, implement and support secure computing systems in the real world.
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Higher Doctorate
Take your academic career to the highest level. Make a very significant and sustained contribution to your subject. Gain an elite qualification that will mark you out as an outstanding contributor to your field.
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PhD Doctor of Philosophy
Refine your own agenda and do what you find interesting every day. Develop mastery of research methods that are appropriate to your chosen field. Discover things that no-one else has ever discovered.
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MPhil Master of Philosophy
Take your education to the next level. Choose the areas you want to study, and which questions you want to research. Take the initiative while we support you with advice, guidance and facilities.
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PhD by Existing Published or Creative Work
Take the fastest route to a PhD. Convert your previous research outputs into a qualification which will increase your employability and open up new opportunities. Progress your academic career and add credibility in applications for research funding.
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DProf Professional Doctorate
Study for a doctoral qualification based on your professional role. Reflect on contemporary issues in the workplace.
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BSc (Hons) Applied Business Computing (Top-Up) via Study Centres
Benefit from Sunderland’s teaching of computing from your home country. Like all courses taught at the University of Sunderland, this one-year course develops a blend of theory and practice, allowing you to boost your career by ‘topping-up’ your existing knowledge and skills while earning a BSc Honours degree.
Find out more about Applied Business Computing (Top-Up) via Study Centres
BSc (Hons) Mobile and Web Technologies (Top-Up) via Study Centres
This course aims to produce highly motivated, technically competent individuals who can effectively utilise technologies and tools used in mobile and web technologies. The course is informed by human-computer interaction (HCI) and user experience design (UXD). You will use a range of industry standard software such as Swift, Android Studio and Cisco OS. You will graduate as a competent programmer and/or developer opening up a wide range of employment opportunities in a rapidly evolving and competitive computing industry.
Find out more about Mobile and Web Technologies (Top-Up) via Study Centres
BSc (Hons) Computer Systems Engineering (Top-Up) via Study Centres
Do you want to study Computer Systems Engineering delivered by a respected UK university? Benefit from Sunderland’s expertise without leaving your home country. Enhance your skills, build a range of software systems, and work with industry-standard software. We’ll encourage you to develop your skills and support you while you work towards earning a BSc Honours degree.
Find out more about Computer Systems Engineering (Top-Up) via Study Centres
BSc (Hons) Business Intelligence Data Analytics (Top-Up) via Study Centres
This course will produce highly-motivated, technically-competent individuals who can effectively utilise technologies and tools used in business intelligence and data analytics. You will develop expertise in a range of industry-standard software such as Oracle, Python (Anaconda Navigator), RStudio and Weka. You will graduate as a technically-competent data and information systems analyst with experience of up-to-date methodologies, opening up a wide range of employment opportunities.
Find out more about Business Intelligence Data Analytics (Top-Up) via Study Centres
BSc (Hons) Computer Science via Study Centres
The broadest of our computing courses. Learn the fundamentals of how computers work the way they do, as well as models in software development, system programming and programming languages. Previous graduates have gone on to work for British Airways and Sage, so how far will you go in this highly rewarding industry?
Find out more about Computer Science via Study Centres
BSc (Hons) Network Systems Engineering (Top-Up) via Study Centres
This course will equip you with the knowledge and abilities to embark on a career in a networking environment, working in large enterprises and for service providers. You will be provided with a solid grounding in advanced routing, telecommunications and cyber security, so that you can contribute to the efficient operation and management of complex networks and network services.
Find out more about Network Systems Engineering (Top-Up) via Study Centres
BSc (Hons) Information and Communication Technology (Top-up) via Study Centres
Gain the knowledge and abilities to embark on a career as a confident IT manager who has wide experience not only in hardware and in software development but also in business processes, decision making, ethics and professionalism, systems admin, forensic auditing and service management. You will be able to forge a career managing the deployment of ICT in business and industry to enable and drive business strategy for competitive advantage.
Find out more about Information and Communication Technology (Top-up) via Study Centres
MSc Information Technology Management via Study Centres
This Masters course is a direct response to the increasing demand for highly effective IT managers. Our aim is to equip you with the knowledge to become a valued professional who combines advanced technical expertise with strong managerial skills.
Find out more about Information Technology Management via Study Centres
MSc Computing via Study Centres
Study in an outstanding high-tech computing environment without leaving your home country. This MSc in Computing will enhance your knowledge in topics such as software development, networks, database systems and web development. Develop the necessary skills to undertake a Masters-level project in designing and implementing IT systems, without previous experience, and graduate with the skills to make a significant contribution to IT research and team-based IT projects.
Find out more about Computing via Study Centres
MSc Cybersecurity via Study Centres
Study in an outstanding high-tech computing environment without leaving your home country. This Cybersecurity course will provide you with the technical and practical skills to make a difference to society by providing safe and secure digital environments, allowing the public, business and industry, and the economy to function safely.
Find out more about Cybersecurity via Study Centres
MSc Business Technology Management via Study Centres
Our MSc in Business Technology Management course combines modules from our existing courses in Cybersecurity and Data Science – you will explore both of these cutting-edge topics from a technology management perspective. The course is designed to meet the current needs of employers giving you the knowledge and skills to deal with organisational data management requirements.
Find out more about Business Technology Management via Study Centres
MSc Data Science via Study Centres
Learn the technical and practical skills to analyse big data that is key to success in future business, digital media and science. Study industry-specific topics and specialise in areas such as data mining, machine learning, data analytics and visualisation, and security of big data.
Find out more about Data Science via Study CentresOnline
MSc Computer Science
This 100% online MSc Computer Science has been designed for ambitious individuals who aren’t from a computer science background and who want to launch a new career in computer science or want to incorporate computer science expertise and knowledge into their current field as a means of accelerating their career progression. This online Computer Masters is also open to professionals who work in computer science roles and want to gain an academic qualification to enhance their credentials and career prospects.
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MSc Computer Science with Data Science
100% online MSc Computer Science with Data Science is ideal for professionals who want to develop data science skills to apply to their current role as a means of progressing their career and is open to professionals who work in computer science roles and want to gain an academic qualification to enhance their credentials and career prospects. Studying the course, you will gain the knowledge and skills required to succeed in one of the numerous and high demand data scientist roles in today’s employment market.
Find out more about
MSc Computer Science with Cybersecurity
This 100% online MSc Computer Science with Cybersecurity has been designed to provide individuals who don’t have an academic or professional background in IT or cybersecurity with the specialist knowledge and skills to launch an exciting new career in cybersecurity. The course represents an excellent opportunity for you to develop cyber skills to apply to your current role as a means of progressing your career. You'll learn to effectively specify, design, implement and support secure computing systems in the real world.
Find out more aboutWe've invested significantly in exciting technologies
Advancements in technology are happening at an incredibly fast pace, so we are continually searching for new and innovative technologies to benefit our students’ experience. We’ve invested significantly in equipment to benefit our courses and our students to utilize as part of their studies.
Some of these cutting-edge technologies include our Boston Dynamics robot Bernard, a 3D interactive igloo and a fully equpped Virtual and Augmented Reality lab.
Find out more about our recent investments.
Get your ideas off the ground
When you come to Sunderland, you'll be based at the heart of a technological hub with over 100 software companies right on your doorstep. This can open up a whole range of opportunities for you, as the best and brightest talent are invaluable to companies to help move them forward with new ideas.
However, Sunderland has become a hotbed for tech start-ups, and thanks to our partnership with Sunderland Software City, it has never been easier for you to join the technological revolution and start a company of your own right here on Wearside.
If you have the ideas, drive and ambition to get an idea off the ground, the here at the University is the perfect starting point. The facility can provide you with a specialist business adviser, office space, a place on its business planning course and more, in order to help grow your idea from concept to creation.
We have also signed partnerships with some of the biggest names in the industry, including Microsoft, Sony PlayStation and Cisco to provide you with an ultra-modern learning environment that meets the needs of employers.
Perfect your craft in a Cisco accredited academy
With three laboratories packed with Cisco networking equipment, including routers, switches, terminals and specialist equipment for simulating frame relay and ISDN links, you will be surrounded by the latest equipment, putting you at the cutting-edge of the industry.
The University is a member of the PlayStation®4 Academic Development Programme, which grants us the licence to Sony games console Dev Kit hardware and software, and our DreamSpark subscription means we can provide you with the latest Microsoft operating systems and development software free of charge.
And if that wasn’t enough, many of our courses are recognised by the British Computing Society, which will fast-track your process for entry into the UK’s Chartered Institute for IT.
Annual Digital Showcase
Each year our Computing students have the opportunity to network with potential employers and digital professionals at the annual Digital Showcase in the David Goldman Technology Centre. The event allows second and final-year students to showcase their projects to some of the region’s best digital businesses. It also allows industry experts and project leaders to explore the possibilities of working with the students as well as get a feel for the skills the students can offer their business.
This year, second-year students worked in teams to develop interactive experiences for immersive tech company Igloo Vision and communications applications for Durham-based charity Investing In Children. Final year projects included developing smart chatbots, healthy lifestyle applications, and developing artefacts to meet industry client briefs.
The Showcase is a really exciting chance for our students to gain feedback from leaders within the industry and work to complete interesting and dynamic client briefs.