Why study Computer Science with Mathematics at Liverpool John Moores University
A BSc Joint Honours qualification with postgraduate opportunities available for further study
LJMU ranked in the top 10 universities in the UK for Mathematics (Uni Compare Subject Rankings 2027)
Links with hundreds of international, national and local organisations, including major Tech Companies, Police Forces, Banks, and Government Agencies
Opportunity to undertake a year’s paid industrial placement
Practical, hands-on experience incorporated into modules wherever possible
State-of-the-art computing facilities, including dedicated labs, available to students on-site
Excellent career prospects
Initial Accreditation from the BCS
About your course
The BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Mathematics at Liverpool John Moores University equips students with strong practical and theoretical skills in both computer science and mathematics.
You will gain the required academic and theoretical skills to pursue a career in computer science plus advanced practical skills relating to the theory, practice, tools and applications of contemporary software technologies. You will also secure an understanding of architectures, frameworks and strategies for building software computer systems, should you wish to seek a career in software development, for example.
On the other side of the programme, you will develop a firm understanding of the mathematical principles which underpin computer science. The two subject areas are so closely linked that studying them both side by side will only enhance and deepen your understanding.
You will have access to industry-standard facilities, including nine specialist teaching laboratories, with over 400 workstations, featuring high specifications and the latest software and specialist applications. Our state of the art facilities in Computer Science, with the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) commended teaching and staff support, will allow you gain the necessary practical, technical and analytical skills required of a Computer Science professional.
Why choose a joint honours degree
Flexibility: Study two subject areas without committing to one path from the outset.
Employability: A joint honours degree can make you more attractive to employers because it shows you're flexible, multi-skilled, and able to learn new things.
Cross-discipline application: You can apply what you learn in one module to another.
Why study computing at LJMU
The School of Computer Science and Mathematics is highly rated for its research in computing and the science behind the systems. This research directly informs what you will study on the degree. In addition, the Department has extensive links with industry, and regularly hosts guest speakers from industry and an invited industry advisory panel.
Our graduates enjoy excellent career prospects thanks to our extensive links with hundreds of international, national and local organisations, from industries such as tech companies, financial services, pharmaceuticals, aerospace and defence, healthcare, retail, government and local government agencies and telecommunications. Such links also help ensure that students enjoy excellent work-related learning and paid placement opportunities throughout their degrees.