Computing Degrees
The network you need for a career in computing
Our award-winning teaching takes the talent of the future to a whole new level, letting you experience real-world computing while studying for a career in it. Computing at USW is designed not only with the industry in mind, but delivered directly by professional partners and well-connected staff.
Discover a diverse breadth of digital careers, taught in impressive facilities that replicate the industry itself, and guaranteed to get you noticed within it.
Top in Wales for Computer Science and Information Systems (Guardian University Guide 2024).
Computer Science at USW is ranked top in Wales for student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2023)
Why study Computing at USW?
Industry-ready degrees
All our courses are developed in partnership with industry, so you’ll graduate with the skills employers are looking for. What’s more, many qualifications are accredited by professional bodies, such as BCS and The Chartered Institute for IT, so you can be sure that you'll learn the skills to be real-world ready.
Facilities built of the future
You’ll find the very latest hardware and software keeping our courses up to speed, along with dedicated spaces where digital thinkers thrive, including our extra high-powered gaming centre and Digital Investigation Lab, just like those used for computer forensics by law enforcement.
Award winning expertise
USW has been named Cyber University of the Year for four consecutive years at the National Cyber Awards 2019-2022, and we were finalists in 2023. As well as recognition from the industry, our own students have named Computer Science at USW top in Wales for student satisfaction - National Student Survey 2023 survey.
Meet our Students
Industry Placements
Put theory into practice and kickstart your career. Spend up to a year working in the industry.
Our Research
Our research solves real-world problems, such as keeping electrical vechicle systems safe.
Computing Courses
Undergraduate Degrees
BSc (Hons) Computing
A thorough grounding in the necessary skills to open up a flexible career in computing, accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT.
BSc (Hons) Computing (Including Foundation Year)
BSc (Hons) Computer Science
If your desire is to become a programmer, then a computer science course is perfect for you. You’ll learn about abstraction, complexity, evolutionary change, sharing of common resources, security and concurrency.
BSc (Hons) Applied Cyber Security
Attacks on computer systems and technology are increasing, making cyber security a growing discipline. With a shortage of experts to deal with the threat, skilled graduates are in high demand.
BSc (Hons) Applied Cyber Security (Including Foundation Year)
BSc (Hons) Digital Forensics
Digital Forensics plays a significant part in the investigation and analysis of criminal and corporate crime. Gain key practical and professional skills which are desired by employers.
Postgraduate Degrees
MSc Artificial Intelligence
The AI masters will develop technical training in the fundamentals of artificial intelligence, broadening your existing knowledge and opening up new career paths.
MSc Computing and Information Systems
Designed for people who have little or no previous experience, you will become skilled in programming and learn how to design and implement information systems.
MSc Advanced Computer Science
This Advanced Computer Science masters introduces you to a number of software and hardware technologies and their real-world applications, equipping you with the skills to solve real-life problems.
MSc Data Science
The MSc Data Science is designed to support your development of transferable skills and expertise to play a leading role at a technical and practical level in the industry.
MSc Digital Forensics
Our MSc Digital Forensics degree will prepare you for a career in a rapidly expanding area by giving you skills that are vital within the corporate industry and law enforcement.
MSc Applied Cyber Security
This course course will equip you with the latest knowledge and understanding of the cyber threats associated with the use of technology in business and how best to deal with them.
Masters by Research or PhD
A Masters by Research or PhD in Computing allows you to make an in-depth study of a topic that’s of interest to you. Study full-time or part-time, on campus or by distance.
Upcoming Open Days
Undergraduate Campus Open Day
Tour our purpose-built computing facilities and see the specialist tools and equipment you’ll have access to.
Computing and Cyber Employability Guide
Our Employability Guide has all the information you need to help you prepare for a career in computing and cyber.
From hands-on work experience and industry links to our passionate academics and different study routes, we have you covered.
Hear from USW graduates as you learn about how you can get your career started, including how you will develop in-demand skills using all the latest software and technology.
Student Spotlight
