Licenciatura en Ciencias de la Computación

Learn from experienced tutors who run our exceptional research in artificial intelligence (AI). Build intelligent algorithms and computer systems and explore the evolving world of Smart Devices. Study one of three specialist pathways, focusing on AI or Smart Devices, or Computer Science as a whole.

Why study computer science?

Computer Science is vital to the economy, in the UK and worldwide. From online retailing and music to satellite navigation and computer games, intelligent computer systems affect every part of our lives.

BSc(Hons) Computer Science shows you how to analyse complex problems, design algorithms to solve them, and write programs that put these solutions into practice.

This future-facing programme enables you to combine analytical knowledge and technical skills, applying theory to practice. You'll also develop computer systems and software solutions to tackle real-world industry problems.

Why UWE Bristol?

Bristol is recognised as a high-tech 'super-cluster', with over 50,000 people employed in the industry. We have strong links with many tech companies, offering work placement opportunities.

The course enables you to become a Chartered Information Technology Professional (CITP), or Chartered Engineer (CEng). The course will equip you with scientific knowledge and skills based on the latest technologies used in the industry.

You'll develop a solid foundation in object-oriented software development and create algorithms to manage huge volumes of data. Learn how to design and develop innovative programs, ranging from mobile apps to enterprise systems.

Where can it take me?

Professional accreditation ensures you're ready to emerge into the professional world when you graduate. We'll support you to use complex algorithms, implementing software on state-of-the-art platforms and exploring big data. You'll follow one of three specialist pathways, focusing on AI or Smart Devices, or Computer Science as a whole.

Whichever pathway you choose, you'll be able to tailor the content to your interests and career goals. You'll graduate with a BSc(Hons) Computer Science degree while specialising in an area you're interested in. So you'll be ready to start your career in this field, in roles ranging from software development and IT to academic research.

At UWE Bristol we empower you to make a choice. To choose a university that challenges itself as much as you. To choose a passion that gives you purpose. To choose a community that leads the way, encouraging you to question everything, and to become the best you can be.

Change the world

At UWE Bristol, we’re focused on solving future global challenges through outstanding learning, world-leading research and a culture of enterprise.

Here, we empower our students to make a choice. To choose a university that pushes itself as much as it pushes them. To choose a community of original thinkers - breaking new boundaries and leading the way.

From our enterprise support programmes to industry masterclasses. Professional mentoring to business incubators. World-leading research facilities to work experience opportunities across the globe. We give our students the tools they need to act on their ideas and make them happen.

Each of our pioneering courses has been created in partnership with industry professionals. And over 150 come with professional accreditation from industry bodies. Coupled with world-class teaching, they’re designed to equip students with the most in-demand skills, and the kind of mindset that employers want and need. So that when you graduate from UWE Bristol, you’re ready to take on the world.

Our mindset

We believe that it’s only when you ask 'what if?' that you discover 'why not?'. That’s why we’re not afraid to ask difficult questions – and tackle the big issues head-on. It’s our way of continuing to make a real difference in the way we learn, analyse and contribute to the world we live in.

Our values

Ambitious

We’re not afraid to shape, challenge and tackle the big issues, to take the initiative and pave the way.

Inclusive

We make UWE Bristol a supportive and inspiring place to learn and work – somewhere where diversity of experience and perspective is encouraged, and learning and research are shared and accessible.

Innovative

We create new opportunities for the people who work and study with us. We embrace different ideas and pioneer new and sustainable ways of doing things.

Collaborative

We have strong connections locally and globally. We help people and organisations be the best they can, building trust throughout our university community and beyond.

Enterprising

We instil a thirst for new knowledge, its creation and application, empowering our students and staff to demonstrate a creative questioning approach, a 'can-do' confidence, and the ability to navigate uncertainty.