BSc Computer Science

The BSc Computer Science at Middlesex University (London) delivers real-world, hands-on learning through top-tier facilities, rich projects, placements, and career support

Facilities & Learning Environment

• Specialist computing labs on the Hendon campus, featuring Windows, macOS, and networking/Cisco-certified labs, plus high-spec Linux/Unix servers and virtualization tools for remote access and practice.

• Robotics/makerspace environments: including robotics, mechatronics, and haptics workstations, students engage in physical computing and real system builds .

• Dedicated library & digital resources: Access to IEEE Xplore, ACM Digital Library, British Standards, LinkedIn Learning, specialist databases, and full IT support across campus.

• Dubai campus collaboration: Middlesex’s international labs (e.g., Cisco, robotics) share resources and tools with the London faculty.

Experiential Learning Highlights

• Interactive, problem-led teaching: Weekly practical classes and workshops using Java, Python, C/C++, AI, databases, networking, cybersecurity, robotics, and cloud supported by one-to-one tutor interactions.

• Project modules each year:

  • Year 1 includes a First Year Project to apply foundational skills.

  • Year 2 features Software Engineering and Web Applications modules with group work, case studies, and real problem-solving.

• Final-year Individual Project: In Year 3, students undertake a substantial capstone project (30 credits), tailored to specialisms like AI, secure systems, robotics, graphics, or cloud systems.

Placements, Internships & Employability

• Optional Industrial Placement (Year 3):

  • A full-year paid role with employers like STFC/Rutherford Appleton, Ford, IBM, Jaguar Land Rover, Siemens, and more.

  • Structured support includes placement handbooks, supervisor visits, and assessment-backed frameworks .

• Short-term and community placements:

  • Part-time roles (≈6 hrs/week for 6 weeks) in local organisations via MDX Students’ Union, typically paid at the London Living Wage and summer internships through MDXworks.

• Career-focused development:

  • A networked Employability Framework offering CV/interview workshops, skills sessions (communication, self-management, job search), LinkedIn community access, alumni ties, and employer events.

Industry Connections, Certifications & Research

• Cisco Local Academy and partnerships with Arm, Opnet, Xilinx, Siemens, and Festo, providing certification opportunities (e.g. CCNA/CCNP) and hands-on networking labs.

• Strong research-led teaching: PSD-led initiatives in visual analytics, intelligent networks, software engineering, AI, and robotics form an integrated part of the curriculum.

• Industry-aligned modules and career links: Curricula developed with input from Ford, Jaguar Land Rover, IBM, KPMG, BT, and Quantum Black connecting students to real tech employment.

Middlesex University – BSc Computer Science graduates step confidently into tech careers: approximately 81% are employed or in further study within 15 months, with 70% in highly skilled roles (e.g., IT professionals, engineering associates). Typical roles include:

• Software Engineer / Developer

• Systems Analyst / IT Consultant

• Data Specialist / Technical Project Lead

• Cybersecurity or Network Engineer

University services that support employment

• Careers Advisory Service & CS Department support: Provides one-to-one coaching, CV/interview prep, psychometric testing workshops, and connections to job placements coordinated through the ABERcareers portal and Middlesex’s MyCareer platform.

• Industrial Placement Pathway: Optional paid year-long placement in Year 3, supported by talks, CV workshops, and partner introductions; past students have interned at Amazon, Jaguar, Arm, and more.

• Project-led Curriculum: Practical, group-based projects from Year 1 through your final capstone teach teamwork, system design, and client collaboration boosting employability skills .

Graduation Outcomes & Alumni Success

• 81% employed or continuing study at 15 months

• 70% in highly skilled occupations, including IT professionals and engineering roles

• Median earnings:

• £28k at 15 months 

• £30k at 3 years;

• £33.5k at 5 years 

University–industry partnerships

• Collaborations with Amazon, Arm, Jaguar, and involvement as a Cisco Local Academy, giving access to industry-standard tools, certifications, and mentoring.

• Cutting-edge robotics and AI labs e.g., MIRTO robotics for first-year functional programming, bringing hands-on exposure to real-world technologies

Long‑term accreditation & reputation

• The programme follows BCS guidelines and is currently seeking full BCS accreditation, which enables pathway to Chartered IT Professional status

• Middlesex ranks 6th in the UK for Computer Science (Times Young University Rankings 2024) and scores extremely high (93–98%) in the NSS student satisfaction survey

Further Academic Progression:
After completing your BSc, you can:

• Extend to a 4-year MComp to deepen your technical skills and industrial experience.

• Pursue MSc degrees in high-growth areas like AI, Cybersecurity, Data Science, or Software Engineering either at Middlesex or globally.

• Enrol in a PhD, supported by Middlesex’s active research groups in AI, visual analytics, intelligent networks, and software systems.

• Fast-track professional accreditation through BCS Chartered pathways and IT certifications linked to Cisco, Microsoft, RHCE, CCNA, and more.