Computer Science – Algorithms and Optimisation pathway
University of LiverpoolLiverpool, United Kingdom
Course overview
From the underlying principles to the very edge of modern technology, this programme will cover all aspects of Computer Science and ensure that when you graduate you will know exactly what is and isn't possible with computers. Many problems are highly complex and hard to solve even by a computer. Algorithms are a precise set of instructions or rules for step-by-step procedures designed to solve a problem, and optimisation is the process used to refine the algorithms and find the best solution to minimise prediction errors, discover the best methods and improve efficiency (within given constraints).
The Algorithms and Optimisation pathway will develop your knowledge and understanding of the theoretical modelling of algorithms and their properties. It looks at how complex tasks can be achieved more efficiently. On the first year of this course, we provide you with a strong foundation on the core elements of a Computer Science degree.
This includes programming, computer systems, data structures, algorithms, and an introduction to artificial intelligence. In Years Two and Three, you will expand your understanding and knowledge of key concepts related to software development and database development. Choose modules from a range of specialism topics including Algorithms, Theory of Computation, Scripting Languages, Optimisation, Big Data Analysis, Biocomputation, Efficient Sequential Algorithms and Complex Information Networks.
On this pathway, you will graduate with the degree titleBachelor of Science with Honours in Computer Science (Algorithms and Optimisation) Explore our other Computer Science programme and pathway options: Computer Science BSc (Hons) Computer Science BSc (Artificial Intelligence) (Hons) Computer Science BSc (Cyber Security) (Hons) Computer Science BSc (Data Science) (Hons) We also offer a four year MEng (master’s) programmeComputer Science MEng. This programme is also available as an option with a Year in Industry, Year in China or Year Abroad. Our C
Key highlights
- Focuses on theoretical modelling of algorithms and their properties
- First year covers programming, data structures, algorithms and AI
- Specialist modules include Optimisation, Big Data Analysis and Biocomputation
- Further options in Theory of Computation and Complex Information Networks
- Option to add a Year in Industry, Year in China or Year Abroad
Entry requirements
- A-level: AAB — to include with A in the EPQ including; with EPQ
- GCSE: 4/C — to include English, Mathematics
Scholarships
Bridge House College Nigeria Law Scholarships
Value: £2,000
Up to £2,000Kaplan Digital Pathways Excellence Scholarship
Kaplan Digital Pathways Foundation Certificate, will receive a £5,000 tuition fee reduction for the first year of study.
Up to £5,000Liverpool Excellence Scholarship for Undergraduates
If you’re an international undergraduate student who hasn’t studied with us before, you could be eligible for a scholarship offering a tuition fee discount of £7,500.
Up to £7,500Sport Liverpool Performance Programme
A very limited number of grants, worth up to £3,500, are available through the High Performance Athlete Programme.
University of Liverpool Graduate Association Hong Kong and Tung Undergraduate Scholarships
The University of Liverpool Graduate Association Hong Kong undergraduate scholarships are worth £10,000 per year for three years and are awarded to students originating from Hong Kong.
Up to £10,000University of Liverpool International College Excellence Scholarship
£5,000 tuition fee reduction for the first year of study.
Up to £5,000
Careers this course leads to
- Software Developer
- Algorithm Engineer
- Data Scientist
- Operations Research Analyst
- Software Engineer
- Quantitative Analyst
Cost of study
UK/Home: Full-time place, per year - £9,790; Year in industry: £1,955; Year abroad: £1,465 | International: Full-time place, per year - £32,000; Year in industry: £1,955; Year abroad: £14,950
Admission
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