Course summary

BSc (Hons) Computer Science and Business combines rigorous study of Computer Science and Business, and exploration of their intersections. Computer science in this programme cultivates the knowledge, techniques, and tools to develop effective and secure computer software according to legal, ethical, and professional frameworks. Students study the fundamentals of programme design including object-oriented design, software development, computer organisation, systems and networks, theory of computation, principles of languages, and advanced algorithms and data. The Business part of the programme covers a wide range of fields and considers the advantages and disadvantages of different approaches. It considers the challenges businesses face to achieve the objectives of their stakeholders, such as shareholders, consumers, government and wider society. Courses use case studies and examples from a wide range of business types, from entrepreneurs to global corporations. This explores the varying ways organisations can operate and be managed. Students on this programme take one or more courses at the intersections of Computer Science and Business, and their studies culminate with a, typically integrative, Final Project. Students develop programming and software development skills as well as critical thinking and analysis skills. They can also focus on innovation, marketing, and micro-economics. These valuable and transferable skills make them highly employable with a wide array of career opportunities. Interdisciplinary study This degree programme combines a rigorous computer science and business syllabus with a personalised elective pathway. Students can choose to deepen their focus on computer science and business through their elective courses, or they can further contextualise and broaden their studies with courses that match other interests and goals. Focus on one subject or study multiple subjects. Discipline Pathways include: Art & Design Business Computer Science Creative Writing Data Science Economics English History Law Philosophy Politics & International Relations Philosophy, Politics & Economics (PPE) Global experience Northeastern University London offers students exciting global experience opportunities. By coming to study with us you have the opportunity to embrace a global mindset from day one, integrating yourself into a diverse community with students from across Northeastern University’s Global Campus Network. Semester abroad Our degree programmes offer you the opportunity to spend a semester abroad studying at Northeastern University’s campus in Boston, Massachusetts. You’ll enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience, which includes opportunities to expand your horizons and network, engage with another culture, develop your independence, and experience learning in a different style and environment. Double degree In addition to three year UK degree programmes, Northeastern University London offers unique opportunities for students to study for two globally recognised degrees simultaneously over 4 years – a UK undergraduate degree awarded by Northeastern University London, and a US bachelor’s degree awarded by Northeastern University (Boston, MA.) Double degree students undertake their fourth year of study in the USA. There are also options to study for a UK undergraduate degree and a US masters degree over four years, or a UK undergraduate degree and UK masters degree.