Degree in Computing

Degree's and HND's remain the most sought after qualification for a career in computing. The depth and variety of material learnt during a degree is second to none.

Most degrees span over 3 years (full time) or 5 years (part time), with a sandwich course being very popular with younger students. A sandwich course gives you the opportunity to work in the industry in which you are studying to gain some work experience. Part time degrees are a slower process, with students only having to study a reduced number of hours/days a week.

The price of a degree in the UK varies widely with some fees costing 20,000 a year. Local councils do give grants to students that qualify, or whose parents are on low incomes. Always check before applying to see if you can get some support for you university fees.

The course material is usually comprised of around 30% course work and 70% exams with the final year usually carrying a heavier weight towards the final result. The course material required in most degrees is vast with most students requiring several books each year to cover the diversity.

Benefits of a degree include an attractive looking CV which grants most graduates to a highly starting salary, or post graduates to an increased salary. Degrees also provide students with the fundamental understandings of a course giving them better problem solving skills and a good learning foundation.

Which degree is for you?

There are now more computing degrees than ever before. Here are some of the most popular degrees in the IT world:

BSc Computer Science

BSc Information Technology - Web Based, Entertainment Systems, Business Systems..

BA Bsc Software Systems for the Arts and Media

Digital Publishing - Modular Programme

Joint Honours Programme in Computing

Master of Science in IT

There are also many other computing areas that might interest you:

Systems Analysis

Computer Programming

Operating Systems

Technical Writers

Applications Programming

Database Systems

Database Administration

Data Storage

Web Development

E-Commerce

Computer Design

Computer Manufacturing

Data Services

Information Systems

Data Mining

Support

Networks

Library Technician

Information Architecture

Information Management

Computer Hardware

Internet Consultant

Game Design

Telecommunications

Digital Security

Network Security

Software Design

Training Links

Advice

Where to start
College Computer Courses
Computer Degrees
Training Books

Microsoft Office Training

Office Outlook Training
Office Word Training
Office Excel Training

Sage Accounting Training

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