Computer Science and Geography BSc (with Foundation Year)

COMPUTER SCIENCE

Computer Science is about fresh thinking, new opportunities, and innovative ideas that impact every aspect of society. This dynamic Computer Science degree reflects the subject’s versatility by covering a wide range of topics, including networks, robotics, the Internet, mobile and embedded computing, and cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Reality, and Augmented Reality.

Through this Computer Science course, you will gain practical skills highly valued by industry, such as programming in C, C++, Java, Lua, Python, JavaScript, and C#. You will also explore the social and ethical questions raised by computer science, alongside its versatility, demand, and earning potential in the modern workplace.

The Computer Science degree is intellectually challenging yet highly creative. You will be supported by research-active staff with diverse expertise, ensuring a rich curriculum that offers multiple approaches and areas of study. With close academic and practical support, you will develop the knowledge and skills needed to shape the future of technology.

If you are inventive, enthusiastic, and eager to make a difference, this Computer Science degree will prepare you for a rewarding career in one of the most influential and in-demand fields today.

GEOGRAPHY

Geography is the study of the world around us, exploring how the physical environment works, how people interact with each other and with the environment, and how landscapes evolve. This Geography degree provides a dynamic and integrated approach to understanding both physical and human processes, as well as environmental conservation and management. The Geography course allows you to focus on areas ranging from physical and environmental to human geography, developing a broad and enriched understanding of the planet.

Studying Geography equips you with a wide range of skills, making this Geography degree highly valued by potential employers. You will learn from an enthusiastic team of geographers and environmentalists with diverse research interests, benefiting from Liverpool’s unique setting, which provides excellent examples of economic, social, and environmental regeneration, alongside stunning upland and coastal landscapes.

A Placement Year option is available within the Geography course, offering practical work experience to complement your studies and prepare you for future careers.