Advanced knowledge of fundamentals and innovations in digital and technology solutions, and their application to solve real-life problems are at the heart of Buckingham’s computing programmes.

Accredited by the British Computer Society, our undergraduate programmes blend theory with practice to ensure students gain confidence, skills, and the expertise required to becoming an IT professional in this increasingly interdisciplinary field. Student-centred small group teaching and learning utilising state-of-art technologies and equipment, informed by cutting-edge research, prepares graduates of this programme for a rewarding career in industries of the future.

Students on this two-year undergraduate degree programme will be trained on fundamental theories and concepts, key techniques, approaches, methodologies and tools of software development, artificial intelligence and robotics. In particular, this pathway is designed to provide students with the practical skills required to implement AI and robotics based autonomous digital and technology solutions for various sectors such as automobile, agriculture, education, healthcare, law enforcement, public services, transport, and utilities.

Digital and technology solutions lie at the heart of modern societies and industries of the future. They include hardware, software, data networks, tools, frameworks, and standards that provide the technological ecosystem on which the delivery of information services is based. Multinational corporations, businesses small and large, charities and public sector organisations are using data and digital technologies to transform the products and services they offer, and to optimise their internal business processes.

Innovations in technological solutions are essential to solve some of the most complex challenges humanity faces today. This two-year undergraduate computing degree aims to equip students with key competencies to analyse complex problems, and design, implement and evaluate innovative, ethical and sustainable digital solutions to a wide range of problems in modern society.
Software are considered to be complex engineering products that require a professional, systematic, collaborative and an interdisciplinary approach to design and develop. Thus, knowledge and understanding of software development processes, tools and techniques, as well as practical skills to implement such products are much sought-after within many sectors of the economy. The core computing programme is designed for students who are curious to learn the underlying theories, concepts and techniques in computing and software development, and apply them to solve previously unseen problems.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics are increasingly being deployed to solve complex problems and to automate business processes. Thus, knowledge and understanding of algorithms that drive AI and robotics systems, as well as practical skills to implement such systems are much sought-after within many sectors of the economy. Students who are keen to develop their professional and technical skills in developing autonomous solutions for a rewarding career opportunities in a range of industry sectors will find this course highly relevant and stimulating.
The first year of this two-year programme introduces students to essential theories and concepts of computing, programming and software development that underpin modern computer science. These theories and concepts build the fundamentals necessary to undertake highly specialised modules that follow in the second year.

The second year focusses on equipping students with specialised skills and sound knowledge that would enable them to pursue a rewarding career in the rapidly growing field of AI, robotics and autonomous systems. Students will learn concepts and techniques in AI, computer vision and robotics, alongside software project management and cloud computing, which are some of the most sought after skills in the IT sector today.

All students undertake a substantial ‘Individual Project’ and a collaborative ‘Grand Challenge’ project where they get the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills to develop an innovative solution to a real-life complex problem. There are several opportunities to work in teams, thus developing leadership and collaboration skills.

This fast-tracked programme prepares students to work in dynamic and agile organisations or to pursue postgraduate education. Our small-group teaching and learning environment supported by personal tutors offer students a personalised learning experience to achieve their full potential. Learning is enriched through collaborative projects, co-curricular activities and seminars by guest speakers from industry. Opportunities for professional skills development are offered throughout the degree programme.

· QAA Framework for Higher Education Qualifications:
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· Relevant Subject Benchmark Statement(s): QAA Subject Benchmark Statement Computing:
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· BCS Guidelines on Course Accreditation:
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Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided. More detailed information on the learning outcomes, content and teaching, learning and assessment methods of each course unit/module can be found in the departmental or programme handbook. The accuracy of the information contained in this document is reviewed annually by the University of Buckingham and may be checked by the Quality Assurance Agency.