Many of our computing courses are accredited by The Chartered Institute for IT (BCS) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). We have partnerships with world-leading companies such as National Instruments and 7Safe, enabling a career focused curriculum. With teaching led by world-class research and driven by business projects, you’ll have exceptional career prospects when you leave us.
Industry standard games development
At the University of Bedfordshire’s School of Computer Science and Technology, we equip you to produce industry-standard animation and innovative work, just like in our Computer Animation Student Showreel. With 83% of our UK computing and engineering graduates in highly skilled employment or further study 15 months after graduation (HESA Graduate Outcomes 2020/21), we ensure your future success. Plus, 100% of our computer games and animation students were satisfied with the academic support they received (NSS, 2024). Join a school where your creativity and skills thrive, with top-tier guidance and career prospects!
Industry standard facilities
At the University of Bedfordshire's School of Computer Science and Technology, we offer cutting-edge, hands-on learning experiences that truly set you apart. Led by Rex Keen, our Automotive Specialist with an impressive career in Professional Motorsport as a Race Engineer and Technical Director, you’ll gain real-world expertise. From working on real engines to building and testing cars in an industry-standard wind tunnel, our facilities equip you for success. You'll also have the chance to join Formula Student, where you’ll apply your skills in a competitive, professional setting. Prepare for an exciting future in automotive technology with the tools and experience to excel!
Reasons to study in the School of Computer Science and Technology
- Specialist computing suites in our £40m STEM building
- Our computing courses are BCS and IET accredited
- Dedicated engineering environments & equipment in our new STEM building
- Our Engineering courses are IET accredited
COURSES
- Artificial Intelligence and Robotics BSc (Hons)
- Automotive Engineering BEng (Hons)
- Business Information Systems BSc (Hons)
- Computer Animation and Visual Effects BSc (Hons)
- Computer Games Development BSc (Hons)
- Computer Networking BSc (Hons)
- Computer Science BSc (Hons)
- Construction Design Cert HE
- Construction Management FdSc
- Construction Management (Top-up) BSc (Hons)
- Construction Site Management Cert HE
- Construction Surveying Cert HE
- Cybersecurity BSc (Hons)
- Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons)
- Information Technology BSc (Hons)
- Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons)
- Quantity Surveying and Value Engineering BSc (Hons)
- Software Engineering BSc (Hons)
SCHOLARSHIPS
We offer a range of scholarships, bursaries and funding, including our Merit Scholarship, worth £2,400* over three academic years, which is awarded to those who can demonstrate a high level of academic achievement, through scoring 120 UCAS tariff points or more.
We’re keen on supporting each and every one of our students at Bedfordshire so, if you aren’t eligible for the Merit Scholarship, our Bursary will give you £1,000* over three academic years or £1,300* if you are taking your course over four academic years.
Read more about our scholarships