Computer Systems Engineering via Study Centres BSc (Hons)

Gain the essential skills and knowledge needed to success in the exciting field of computer science and benefit from Sunderland’s teaching of computing in your own country.

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Overview

This course will equip you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the exciting field of computer science. You'll start by diving into the fundamentals, covering programming, software engineering, computer architecture, and networks. This solid foundation will prepare you for the exciting specialisations you'll explore in the later stages.

You will then delve deeper into specialised areas like database systems, agile development, cybersecurity, and secure networks. You'll have the chance to work on real-world scenarios, building your practical skills and collaborating with your peers, in a group project.

Finally, you'll explore cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence, advanced cybersecurity, data technologies, and mobile development. This will give you a competitive edge and prepare you for a wide range of rewarding career paths in the computer science industry.

Our courses delivered at study centres share the same ethos, material, and approach as those delivered at Sunderland itself. So this course is a way to gain the benefits of an education from our University without having to move to Sunderland.

Like all courses from the University of Sunderland, this one-year course develops a blend of theory and practice. It will ‘top-up’ your existing knowledge and skills to the level of an honours degree.

Please contact your Study Centre for the duration and mode of this course.

Why us?

Our Computer Science courses are 11th in the UK for teaching quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025)

Course structure

Teaching methods include lectures, tutorials, seminars, and group work. As well as assessments that count towards your degree, there are also ongoing assessments for feedback and consolidating your learning. Assessment methods include coursework and exams.

Teaching on this part-time course takes place on evenings and at weekends. The full-time course is taught during the day.

Course modules

Year 1 (National level 4)

Emerging Technologies (20 credits)
Introduction to Programming (20 credits)
Computer Systems, Architecture and Networks (20 credits)
Full Stack Development (20 credits)
Software Engineering (20 credits)
Specialist Project (20 credits)

Some modules have prerequisites. Read more about what this means in our Help and Advice article.

Year 2 (National level 5)

Database Systems (20 credits)
Advanced Programming (20 credits)
Cyber Security (20 credits)
Secure Networks (20 credits)
Agile Developments and DevOps (20 credits)
Enterprise Project (20 credits)

Year 3 (National level 6)

Artificial intelligence (20 credits)
Advanced data technologies (20 credits)
Android mobile development (20 credits)
Advanced cyber security (20 credits)
Product development (20 credits)
Research (20 credits)

Facilities

Please contact the Study Centre directly for information on facilities. Their contact details can be found by clicking the tabs on the left.

Entry requirements

We don’t currently display entry requirements for United States. Please contact the Student Admin team on studentadmin@sunderland.ac.uk or 0191 515 3154.

Please contact the study centre for more information on their specific requirements and equivalent qualifications from outside the UK.

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Fees and finance

Please contact the Study Centre for details of the fees for this course.

This information was correct at the time of publication.

Career ready

This course has a strong emphasis on real-world learning that boosts employability and equips you to make a bigger contribution in the workplace.

Career options

Salaries in computing can be very attractive and our course is directly relevant to the needs of employers.

At the end of the course, you can apply for further study such as MSc Information Technology Management via Study Centres.

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Contact

Contact the Student Helpline for further information about studying at the University of Sunderland:

0191 515 3000

student.helpline@sunderland.ac.uk

View Programme Specifications for the Faculty of Technology.

Page last updated: 19 December 2024

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