Which universities for computer science?
Which UK universities are best for undergraduate courses in
computer science, both from an educational and employer
perspective? Also, I have noticed that Ucas does not recognise the
Comptia A+/network+ certifications in its points system,
although these qualifications are very much appreciated in the
"working" world.Is this likely to change?
Former polytechnics win out over Oxbridge
My advice is to head for the good former polytechnic
universities, such as
Oxford Brookes, the University of the West of England and
Huddersfield.
It is not unheard of to see an inverse snobbery towards Oxbridge
graduates, with employers preferring able candidates from other
universities.
If you are not interested in a "polytechnic" you may want to
consider the more established universities, such as Leeds, Warwick,
Cardiff, University College London or Imperial College London,
which all offer good computer science courses.
Many of these establishments have good ties with major IT
suppliers that ensure a strong practical/vocational programme with
a view to guaranteed employment at the end.
As for Comptia qualifications, it is unlikely that they will be
included in the Ucas system. The university points system
encompasses a wide range of subjects to ensure that students have
gained all the necessary skills and abilities to apply for more
than one type of course.