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Formal teaching for these courses will be delivered at Parkgate Road in Chester from April 2021. The university will still own the Thornton site which will be used for research purposes. The close links that currently exist between the University and the companies based at Thornton will continue.
Why Study
The computer science subject area at University of Chester has been ranked within the top three universities in the UK for overall satisfaction for the second year running in the National Student Survey. Alongside our dedicated staff, guest lecturers and mentors contribute to teaching. In addition to lectures and workshops you will have the chance to participate in events such as industry conferences and game jams. Field trips to local employers reinforce how technology can be innovatively employed in business.
Campus
You will study at the University’s historic Parkgate Road Campus, just a short walk from Chester city centre. Here students benefit from excellent support from teaching staff and modern teaching facilities, including specialist PC and Mac computer suites. Parkgate Road has a wide range of social spaces (e.g. Students' Union building, cafés, bar, green spaces), recreational facilities (e.g. swimming pool, gym, sports hall) and accommodation options.
Careers / Employment
Our courses have a strong focus on employability, merging academic disciplines with practical, technical skills to prepare graduates for a career. You will have the opportunity to build a portfolio of projects to pave your way into industry. We also have our own software development centre – the Informatics Centre – which provides the opportunity for you to gain essential experience.
get what counts
A network of contacts, a future-focused education and opportunity after opportunity
| Course Title | Campus | Study Option | Start Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science BSc (Hons) | |||
| Cybersecurity BSc (Hons) | |||
| Games Development BSc (Hons) | |||
| Software Engineering BSc (Hons) |