IT

Why IT at Coventry

Computing at Coventry University benefits from dedicated infrastructure across two interconnected buildings—Engineering and Computing, alongside Beatrice Shilling. These house labs equipped with current development environments and collaborative workspaces. What sets the faculty apart is its programming support centre, where students can troubleshoot code issues without the usual beginner’s dilemma of not knowing whom to ask. This hands-on approach ensures they work with tools that mirror real-world projects.

Software Engineering

The Software Engineering BSc (Hons) builds progressively, starting with mathematical foundations before students choose their specialization by third year. They develop full-stack capabilities—testing, teamwork, and data ethics included. Second year deepens into web development, data science, and UX, while the final year centres on a substantial project that synthesizes everything learned. It’s designed to replicate how development teams actually operate.

Digital Technology and Computing

Digital Technology and Computing BSc (Hons) merges design with technical skills: UX design, animation, VFX, and web development using virtual reality and Adobe Creative Cloud. First year establishes common ground with adjacent disciplines, broadening professional perspective. By third year, students tackle a mentored capstone in their chosen area. Second-year modules like “Full Stack Development” and “Technical Art for Games” cover both frontend and backend work, plus game graphics specifics.

Ethical Hacking and Cybersecurity

Ethical Hacking and Cyber Security MSci/BSc (Hons) trains students to assess vulnerabilities from an attacker’s viewpoint. Specialized labs enable penetration testing, web security analysis, and exploit development, with Capture the Flag simulations recreating genuine cyber threats. The defensive side—risk management, network security, incident response, and digital forensics—completes the picture. Graduates emerge ready for roles as pentesters, SOC analysts, or forensic specialists.

Computer Science at Coventry University

Computer Science MSci/BSc (Hons) opens with broad fundamentals shared across related programmes, then narrows into artificial intelligence, computational theory, and advanced algorithms during second year. Third year enables specialization through modules covering mobile app development, web APIs, and parallel programming—technologies shaping contemporary software. This flexibility accommodates paths from systems administration to application development, depending on where interests lead.

Computer Systems Engineering

Computer Systems Engineering MEng/BEng (Hons) at Coventry University suits those who want to understand where hardware meets software. The curriculum covers FPGA and microcontroller design—components underlying IoT devices, smart cities, and autonomous vehicles. This focus produces engineers comfortable with both physical components and code, a combination essential for embedded systems and green technology projects where systemic thinking bridges theoretical and practical challenges.