Industrial experience
The BSc programme is also available as a four-year variant including a year’s paid industrial placement in your third year, working on a substantial project and gaining first hand experience of the practical application of computer science and mathematics.
We have excellent links with employers and can provide assistance in finding suitable employment. This placement will give you invaluable work experience, significantly enhancing your employability, whilst developing your practical skills.
I spent eight weeks volunteering for a charity in the South West, designing and implementing their new website. It gave me an opportunity to be creative and learn more about the design aspects of such a project, while actually being on the job.
I found it really enjoyable. The charity weren’t too sure about what they wanted from the website, and they weren’t really technically aware, so I was left to make the decisions and really take control. They trusted me to provide exactly what they wanted, which was great. I think the most pleasing aspect of my particular project was being able to see it through from beginning to end, and being a part of its overall development.
I had the chance to really express myself, and put my ideas across. It was challenging, but so enjoyable. Although it was a comparatively small project, I am really happy that I have been able to help and be a part of the final product. It also gave me an insight into what the workplace is really about, and what I can expect in the future.
Thomas White – BSc IT Management for Business (3rd year)
