Computing

Whether you want to fight cyber-attacks, be at the forefront of artificial intelligence or build the cloud networks of the future, your journey starts here.

With our hands-on learning, extensive industry connections and placement opportunities, you’ll become highly employable.

You’ll be doing things for real, from creating your own simulated companies to testing out scenarios on our private, isolated network. You can also gain certificates from Amazon Web Services and Cisco.

Choose from our range of courses, including Computer Science, Cloud and Network Computing, and Cyber security. 

Why choose us?

Our campus

Our London campus is a powerhouse of digital disciplines where we empower our students to achieve their goals and help them develop distinctive profiles in the competitive employment market. 

Our campus boasts a wide range of cutting-edge facilities to cater to your studies, including:

Data Junction Tech Hub

This mega laboratory has advanced wireless casting and presenting facilities, plus a dedicated cyber and networking lab.

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Digital Loft

Nature meets technology in the home to our academic and student support teams, bookable spaces, refreshments and more.

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Knowledge Exchange 1 and 2

A large teaching and collaborative zone, equipped with dual screen computers with advanced presenting facilities

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The Den

Here you’ll find all the things you need to help you chill out, including food prep spaces, sofas and comfy booths.

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Logic Board

The Logic Board immerses you in the computer and cyber world, and uses new technology to deliver your lectures.

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Teaching and learning

Our learning community is highly engaged, and our students organise numerous stimulating groups and societies. Our campus is inclusive, welcoming, and lively, a place where you will forge friendships and professional networks that will last a lifetime.

Our open collaboration spaces are designed to support peer-assisted learning and exemplify our commitment to collective success. They offer a supportive environment where every voice is heard and where creative energy can flourish. Our open collaboration spaces are the catalysts for ideas that leap from blueprint to reality.

Your career

The breath of skills you will learn are in demand and our graduates go into fantastic careers. Our computing students have the opportunity to earn widely respected IBM badges, Microsoft certifications, and specialised accreditations in XRY, Encase, and OFFSEC. These qualifications set our students apart in the competitive tech landscape and give them a significant advantage in the job market. To discover where a career in computing can take you, check out the careers section on the course pages.

All students have access to Career Connect, our dedicated careers team.

Our industry champions

We work hand-in-hand with leading professionals from the computing sector. This ensures our courses remain up-to-date, meet employers’ needs and adapt as the world evolves.

Our industry contacts also include a huge network of University of Staffordshire graduates who have gone on to successful careers. With all these connections, you’ll be well placed for your future career.

Meet some of our champions

John McNamara

IBM Master Inventor, IBM

John is an IBM Master Inventor, Honorary Professor, Research Fellow, Impact Fellow and currently leads IBM UK University Programs.

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Andrew Roughan

CEO, Plexal

Andrew is an experienced senior leader across technology, telecoms and innovation businesses. A driven, mission-oriented CEO who cares deeply about causing progress through technology to citizens, industry and government.

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Bhavin Bhagalia

Account Director, LinkedIn

Bhavin is an Account Director for Higher Education at LinkedIn, with a particular focus in leveraging his 16+ years of experience in the education sector to help universities and colleges achieve their strategic goals and grow their online presence.

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Ian Gardner

UK Client Technical Leader and Industry 4.0 Architect, IBM

Ian works with organisations to create advanced factories, improving efficiency, uptime, data insights, and waste reduction in plant management.

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Jamie Farnell-Smith

Executive Chairman, Google Workspace for Education and Technology Integration

Jamie is a tech entrepreneur, who owns a portfolio of global cloud-based tech firms. He's the Executive Chairman of a prominent Google Workspace for Education and Tech Integration Partner, catering to 3000+ clients across 30+ countries.

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Christopher Hill

Account Executive, MSAB

Chris is a Account Executive at MSAB with over 6+ years' expertise in digital forensics. Passionate about showcasing innovative solutions, he aids clients in surpassing challenges.

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