COMPUTER

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CONT ENTS Our Department of Computer

Science offers a thriving community
of excellence across the breadth of
Why Computer Science at Warwick?................................... 4 computer science. From the teaching
you will receive on your first day, to
Our Courses.......................................................................... 5 our cutting-edge research affecting the
Computer Science BSc/MEng...........................................6-7 lives of people across the globe.

Computer Systems Engineering BEng/MEng

(joint with the School of Engineering)..............................8-9
Discrete Mathematics BSc/MEng
(joint with Warwick Mathematics Institute).................. 10-11
Data Science BSc/MSci
5 TH IN THE UK FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE
(COMPLETE UNIVERSITY GUIDE AND THE GUARDIAN UNIVERSITY
LEAGUE TABLE 2020)

(joint with the Department of Statistics)...................... 12-13

Computer Science with Business Studies BSc OF RESEARCH RATED WORLD LEADING
(joint with Warwick Business School)........................... 14-15
Approaches to Learning............................................... 16-17
97 % OR INTERNATIONALLY EXCELLENT
(2014 RESEARCH EXCELLENCE FRAMEWORK, THE MOST RECENT
GOVERNMENT RESEARCH ASSESSMENT)

Research Spotlights...................................................... 18-19

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Study Abroad and Placements........................................... 20 RD
MOST TARGETED UNIVERSITY BY
UK’S TOP 100 EMPLOYERS
Careers................................................................................. 21 (THE GRADUATE MARKET IN 2020, HIGH FLIERS RESEARCH LTD.)

Alumni Case Studies..................................................... 22-23

How to apply....................................................................... 24
AVERAGE SALARY WITHIN 6 MONTHS

£35,400 OF GRADUATING
(DERIVED FROM THE HESA
DESTINATIONS OF LEAVERS
FROM HIGHER EDUCATION
SURVEY 2016/17)

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WHY COMPUTE R S CIEN CE AT WA R W ICK ? OUR CO UR S E STR U CTU R E

CO U R S E S The structure of our degrees is intended
to allow students to tailor their studies to
FROM THE FIRST GENERATION TO ACCESS THE TOOLS YOU NEED, their own interests.
THE FUTURE WHENEVER YOU NEED THEM
Our degree courses attract On all of our courses you will study a mix
Founded in 1967, we are one of the oldest The department is housed in a state- of core and optional modules in each
and most established Computer Science of-the-art building where you will have highly qualified students and year of your degree. Typically you will
departments in the UK. We are incredibly 24-hour access to dedicated computing provide them with a theoretical have fewer core modules and increasing
proud of our heritage in educating laboratories. Each of these is equipped foundation in established areas freedom to choose from a broad range
generations of computer scientists who with high specification workstations of optional modules as you progress
have gone on to advance a science that and comfortable spaces for group work of their discipline, as well
through your studies.
now permeates every aspect of our society. and collaboration. This is in addition to as the opportunity to apply
specialised hardware and software for what they learn to industrially As well as choosing options from the
student projects. subjects you have chosen to study,
TEACHING FROM THE CUTTING-EDGE relevant problems throughout
for example Computer Science and
We are currently ranked second in the UK their degree. Engineering or Maths, you will also have
GREAT MINDS THINK ALIKE
for computing research*, which means that the opportunity to choose some options
you will be taught by staff who are leaders Our department attracts the brightest This combination enables students to from other disciplines. This includes, for
in their field through innovative teaching computing minds which means that you pursue careers in a diversity of sectors, example, modules taught by Warwick
which draws on their research expertise. will have the chance to work alongside regardless of which of our courses they Business School and the Departments
And to ensure we remain as industrially and collaborate with like-minded students decide to study. of Philosophy, Economics and Modern
relevant as we are academically recognised, and academics in a relaxed and friendly Languages.
our courses are also increasingly taught environment. Support is always at hand and
with industrial partners, cementing our we make every effort to ensure each of our “The computer science course
We find this degree structure ensures
already close links with employers. students receives outstanding tuition and run by DCS is the best among UK students get maximum enjoyment from
the opportunity to develop according to universities. If you are looking their time at Warwick, and graduate with
their own interests. for an interesting course with a unique knowledge and skill set which
EQUIPPED FOR TECHNOLOGY
PRESENT AND FUTURE the best balance of practical and helps distinguish them as they enter the
READY FOR THE THE WIDER WORLD world of work or further study.
Our focus is on the principles and theoretical syllabi, class leading
underpinnings of computer science, an We pride ourselves on equipping students staff and building facilities - look
understanding of which will give you with the knowledge, skills and confidence no further than Warwick’s DCS.
the ability to adapt to change and new required to make the best possible start
developments throughout your career. in their careers and to have an impact
In short, while we teach using many of in the wider world. This is precisely why Daniel
the latest technologies, our emphasis on our students are sought after by premier Computer Science BSc with
fundamentals will prepare you to engage graduate employers, including those in Intercalated Year student 2015-2019
with new technologies emerging in the technology, engineering, financial services
future. We believe this is crucial for our and government.
constantly evolving industry.

*Research Excellence Framework 2014

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COM P U TE R S CIE N CE CO R E CO MP UT E R S CIE N CE

YEAR 1
Programming for Computer Scientists
O PT IO N A L MO D UL E S Design of Information Structures
Mathematics for Computer Scientists I
BSc Computer Science Entry Requirements: Mathematics for Computer Scientists II
3 years | UCAS code: G400 A Level: A*A*A to include A in Mathematics Computer Organisation and Architecture
P R OJE CT WO R K
IB: 40 with 6,6,6 in three Higher Level subjects to Professional Skills
MEng Computer Science include 6 in Higher Level Mathematics (‘Analysis and
4 years | UCAS code: G403 Approaches’ only) YEAR 2
Operating Systems and Computer Networks
Database Systems
Formal Languages
Computer Science is an exciting and If you follow the MEng course you will have Algorithms
challenging discipline which covers a broad the opportunity to broaden and deepen your Software Engineering
and continually growing range of fields, and understanding through the study of more advanced Logic and Verification
modules and through the application of this learning
is now seen in nearly every aspect of our
in a significant group project. The group project is YEAR 3
everyday lives.
also an opportunity to develop your research and Individual Project
teamwork skills in an environment similar to what you Project Management (MEng only)
Whatever your knowledge of computing or
may experience as you progress to work or further
programming, our course begins with the
study. YEAR 4 (MEng only)
fundamental mathematical and scientific foundations
Group Project
of computer science, equipping you with the
knowledge and understanding required to face any
EXAMPLES OF OPTIONAL MODULES
technological challenge.
Accreditation: This course is accredited by Functional Programming; Visualisation;
the British Computer Society, fully meeting Computer Security; Mathematical
Our course enables you to develop technical skills
the educational requirement for Chartered Programming I; Artificial Intelligence; Cyber
in areas such as software engineering, algorithm
Information Technology Practitioner (CITP) Security
analysis and system design, as well as giving you
registration and, in the case of the MEng
experience of project management, research and
degree, for Chartered Engineer (CEng) “When I came to visit the campus I had For more examples of Computer Science
scientific methods. Working closely with industry
registration. modules see:
leaders, you will have opportunities to develop the opportunity to meet the staff and [Link]/dcs/teaching/modules
industrially relevant subject knowledge and other undergraduate students from the
3 or 4 years?
transferable skills, such as communication, teamwork
Students are offered the flexibility to transfer Department of Computer Science. Seeing
and planning, which are highly valued by employers.
between the BSc and MEng courses until the their passion and enthusiasm for this
end of their second year, subject to academic degree convinced me this was the place to
Many of these skills are further developed through
performance. Therefore if you are unsure which
the third year individual project, which students often be and two and a half years in, I am feeling
degree path is right for you, pick either and you
find to be a highlight of their degree. You will bring confident and loving my degree!”
can change your mind later.
together everything you have learned and apply it to
a challenge of your choice under the supervision of
world-leading academics.
Gowri
3rd Year Computer Science student

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COM P U TE R SYSTE MS E N G IN E E R IN G CO R E CO MP UT E R S CIE N CE

YEAR 1
Programming for Computer Scientists
CO R E E N GIN E E R IN G Design of Information Structures
Computer Organisation and Architecture
BEng Computer Systems Engineering Entry Requirements: Professional Skills
3 years | UCAS code: G406 A Level: AAA (BEng) or A*AA (MEng) to include Electrical and Electronic Circuits
O PT IO N A L MO D UL E S
A in Mathematics Engineering Mathematics
MEng Computer Systems Engineering IB: 38 including 6 in Higher Level Mathematics Systems Modelling, Simulation and Computation
4 years | UCAS code: G408 ‘Analysis and Approaches’ (BEng) or 38 with 6,6,6
in three Higher Level subjects including 6 in Higher P R OJE CT WO R K
YEAR 2
Level Mathematics ‘Analysis and Approaches’ (MEng) Operating Systems and Computer Networks
Advanced Computer Architecture
Computer Systems Engineering is a fully If you follow the MEng course you will stay on for Software Engineering
integrated degree taught jointly by the a fourth year to study more advanced material and Engineering Mathematics and Technical Computing
Department of Computer Science and the participate in an interdisciplinary Engineering group Analogue Electronic Design
project, which will help advance your research and Digital Systems Design
School of Engineering.
development skills in a team environment closer to
This degree focuses on the design of computer
what you may experience as you progress to work or YEAR 3
further study. Individual Project
systems and their real-time applications, with an
emphasis on pervasive technologies including High Performance Embedded Systems Design
If you study the 3-year variant of this course you Project Management for Computer Science
wireless networks, mobile devices and sensors,
may choose to have your degree awarded as a (MEng only)
robotics and wearable technology.
BEng or a BSc.
You will receive a firm grounding in the principles YEAR 4 (MEng only)
of computer science, which is complemented Group Project
by the knowledge and skills you will gain as an
electronic engineer, with specific emphasis on digital Accreditation: This course is accredited by EXAMPLES OF OPTIONAL MODULES
electronics, low-power systems, communications, the British Computer Society, fully meeting Mathematics for Computer Scientists I; Functional
control and real-time operation. the educational requirement for Chartered Programming; Visualisation; Computer Security;
Information Technology Practitioner (CITP) Digital Communications and Signal Processing;
This combined knowledge will give you the ability registration and, in the case of the MEng Artificial Intelligence
to apply state-of-the-art computer science methods degree, for Chartered Engineer (CEng)
in areas such as the validation and verification of registration. For more examples of Computer Science
software, fault-tolerant design and code optimisation, modules see:
and to use high-performance computing techniques 3 or 4 years? [Link]/dcs/teaching/modules
to design efficient and robust embedded systems. Students are offered the flexibility to transfer
between the BEng and MEng courses until the
In your third year you will undertake an individual end of their second year, subject to academic
project, where you will have the opportunity to apply performance. Therefore if you are unsure which
your knowledge to a subject of your choice under degree path is right for you, pick either and you
the supervision of world-leading academics from can change your mind later.
Computer Science and Engineering.

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DISC RETE MATH E MAT ICS

YEAR 1
Programming for Computer Scientists
Design of Information Structures
Discrete Mathematics and its Applications I
BSc Discrete Mathematics Entry Requirements: Discrete Mathematics and its Applications II
3 years | UCAS code: G190 A Level: A*A*A to include A* in Mathematics or Linear Algebra
Further Mathematics Mathematical Analysis
MEng Discrete Mathematics IB: 40 with 6,6,6 in three Higher Level subjects Sets and Numbers
4 years | UCAS code: G4G3 including 6 in Higher Level Mathematics (‘Analysis Probability A
and Approaches’ only)
YEAR 2
Combinatorics
Our Discrete Mathematics course combines In your third year you will work alongside academics Algorithmic Graph Theory
the study of computer science and on an individual project, where you will apply your Formal Languages
mathematics. It focuses on studying the skills to an area of your choice under the supervision Algorithms
of our world-leading academics. In your third and, Metric Spaces (MEng only)
mathematical structures which form the
if following the MEng, fourth years you will be Mathematical Analaysis III (MEng only)
foundations of computing and its modern exposed to cutting-edge research and focus on
applications. more advanced and exciting areas at the interface of YEAR 3
computer science and mathematics. Individual Project
The course is taught jointly by the Department of
Complexity of Algorithms
Computer Science and the Warwick Mathematics
“The most exciting module I took at Warwick Approximation and Randomised Algorithms
Institute, both world-leading in their fields, making it 3 or 4 years?
was most certainly the Machine Learning Measure Theory (MEng only)
the ideal choice for talented mathematicians with an Students are offered the flexibility to transfer
Probability Theory (MEng only)
interest in technology. between the BSc and MEng courses until the module. This area of technology is growing
end of their second year, subject to academic quickly and I love how it’s applicable to YEAR 4 (MEng only)
Our course is designed to allow you to develop your performance. Therefore if you are unsure which
areas which mean a lot to me, such as There are no core modules
skills in both mathematics and computer science, degree path is right for you, pick either and you
covering areas such as software engineering, can change your mind later. healthcare and education. I now work as
EXAMPLES OF OPTIONAL MODULES
combinatorial analysis, formal proof and algorithmic a Software Engineer at a fintech startup in
Experimental Mathematics; Introduction
analysis. However it is the combination of these London – an interest that was shaped by to Geometry; Geometry and Motion;
skills, enabling students to both analyse and solve CORE COMPU TER SCIENCE
my whole experience of being a student Introduction to Abstract Algebra; Probability;
problems in an abstract sense and realise solutions
in the Computer Science department at Professional Skills; Functional Programming;
through computer software, which makes graduates
CORE MATHEMATICS Warwick. The modules, the staff and my Visualisation; Computer Security; Advanced
from this course highly employable.
Linear Algebra; Stochastic Processes
peers all contributed to my seeing the value
Warwick is also home to the Centre for Discrete CORE STATISTICS of building useful products using code and For more examples of Computer Science
Mathematics and its Applications (DIMAP), a subsequently pursuing this as a career.” modules see:
multidisciplinary research centre for discrete
[Link]/dcs/teaching/modules
modelling, algorithmic analysis and combinatorial OPTIONA L MODU LES
optimisation. This means you will be working
alongside internationally renowned academics at the Caleb
centre of the latest research breakthroughs. PROJ ECT WORK Discrete Mathematics with Intercalated
Year BSc student 2014-2018
Now Software Engineer

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DATA SCIE NCE

CO RE M O D U L E S YEAR 2
Database Systems
Algorithms
Software Engineering
BSc Data Science YEAR 1 Stochastic Processes
3 years | UCAS code: 7G73 Programming for Computer Scientists Mathematical Methods
MSci Data Science Design of Information Structures Mathematical Statistics Part A
4 years | UCAS code: G304 Mathematical Programming I Mathematical Statistics Part B
Linear Algebra
Entry Requirements: Mathematical Analysis FINAL YEARS
A Level: A*AA to include A* in Mathematics and A in Further Sets and Numbers The third (final) year of the BSc allows
Mathematics or AAA to include Mathematics and STEP (grade 2) Statistical Laboratory you to forge a strong curriculum
IB: 37 overall to include 7 in Higher Level Mathematics ‘Analysis Introduction to Probability through a selection of more advanced
and Approaches’ or 36 overall to include 6 in Higher Level Mathematical Techniques modules in statistics and computer
Mathematics ‘Analysis and Approaches’ + STEP (grade 2) or 36 science, such as machine learning and
overall to include 7 in Higher Level Mathematics ‘Applications Bayesian forecasting. It also includes
and Interpretations’ + STEP (grade 2). a Data Science Project, which is your
For a more extensive list visit [Link]/statistics/courses opportunity to showcase and expand
our data-analytic knowledge and skills.
CORE COMPU TER SCIENCE
The third year of the MSci also includes
Data Science is concerned with how we gain a module whose aim is to prepare
knowledge from the vast volumes of data generated you for the statistical investigative
daily in modern life, from social networks to cycle from problem formulation to the
CORE STATISTICS
scientific research and finance, and the sophisticated communication of conclusions. The
computing techniques required to do this. fourth (final) year of MSci offers a range
of advanced modules from across Data
CORE MATHEMATICS Science, and you also choose a Master’s
Our Data Science degree, the first undergraduate degree of
its kind in the UK, is delivered jointly by the Departments of level dissertation project from a wide
Computer Science and Statistics, with some modules being selection of topics.
taught by specialists from the Warwick Mathematics Institute. CORE B U SINESS
EXAMPLES OF OPTIONAL MODULES
This flexible course gives you opportunities to develop your Artificial Intelligence; Games, Decisions
computing, statistical and mathematical skills while solving real- OPTIONA L MODU LES and Behaviour; Neural Computing;
world problems as you study the theory and processes behind Machine Learning; Approximation
large-scale data analysis and its applications. and Randomised Algorithms; Mobile
PROJ ECT WORK Robotics; Computer Graphics;
You will develop expertise in specialist areas of machine Professional Practice of Data Analytics
learning, data mining and algorithmic complexity, and acquire
skills in analytical thinking, cross-disciplinary communication, and For more examples of Computer Science
mathematical and statistical modelling. The unique skill set you modules see:
will develop is hugely in-demand in both industry and research, [Link]/dcs/teaching/modules
and you will find yourself thoroughly prepared for the vast range
of career opportunities that are consequently available to you.

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COM P U TE R S CIE N CE
YEAR 1
WI TH BUS IN E S S STUD IE S Programming for Computer Scientists
Design of Information Structures
Mathematics for Computer Scientists I
Mathematics for Computer Scientists II
The courses on offer at Warwick Computer Organisation and Architecture
BSc Computer Science with Business Studies Professional Skills
3 years | UCAS code: GN42 helped highlight the areas of
computer science I found most YEAR 2
Entry Requirements: interesting. The opportunity to Operating Systems and Computer Networks
A Level: A*A*A to include A in Mathematics take more modules at the start Database Systems
IB: 40 with 6,6,6 in three Higher Level subjects to include 6 in Higher Formal Languages
of a term to establish which
Level Mathematics (‘Analysis and Approaches’ only) Algorithms
courses were best suited and Software Engineering
then retain the most interesting Logic and Verification
Our Computer Science with Business Studies course is run ones to me was very helpful.”
jointly with the Warwick Business School (WBS), one of the YEAR 3
In third year you will select from an extensive
leading business schools in Europe.
list of WBS modules. Some may be linked to
Will prerequisite modules. For example, if you
You will spend the first two years of your degree studying Computer Computer Science would like to study International Marketing,
Science, followed by a year studying in the Business School, where BSc student, 2014-17 generally you will need to have also chosen
world-leading academics and industry professionals will teach you Now Software Engineer
the Marketing module in a previous year.
about business and management practices. As with our Computer at The Hut Group
Science course, no prior knowledge of computer science or EXAMPLES OF OPTIONAL MODULES
programming is required. Functional Programming; Visualisation;
Business Data Analytics; Computer Security;
Through studying the role of technology in the modern business Mathematical Programming; Algorithmic
environment, you will gain rigorous computer science and business Graph Theory; Artificial Intelligence;
expertise which can be applied to utilising technology to meet real- Simulation; Marketing; Design in Business;
world business goals. CORE COMPU TER SCIENCE
Company Law; Accounting in Context;
Corporate Strategy; Behavioural Economics;
You will gain technical skills in software engineering and system design, Organisational Analysis; Starting a Business;
as well as an understanding of how these impact organisations. Software CORE B U SINESS
Enterprise Information Systems; Consumer
engineering projects conducted throughout your degree are taught in Behaviour; Supply Chain Management;
conjunction with industry professionals and give you the opportunity Global Sourcing and Innovation
to test your skills against real-world problems. Alongside a range of OPTIONA L MODU LES
technical skills, you will have opportunities to develop business and For more examples of Computer Science
industrial knowledge with relevant real-world skills, including those in modules see:
communication, planning and management. PROJ ECT WORK [Link]/dcs/teaching/modules

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AP P ROACH E S TO TE ACH IN G

All our degree programmes offer a level of This page gives an overview of some of the SUPPORT
flexibility so that you can tailor your degree opportunities and experiences, as well as the huge As a department we are committed
to the subjects that interest you most, levels of support available to students on our courses. to offering each student a
meaning our students’ can have different personalised experience and
If you are considering the Data Science degree we extensive support throughout their
experiences of teaching and learning during advise visiting the Department of Statistics webpages
their time at Warwick. time at university.
for more information about teaching, learning and
assessment on this degree programme. On arrival at Warwick you will be
Although each student’s experience may differ, there [Link]/statistics allocated a dedicated Personal
are some elements of teaching and learning that all Tutor, an academic from within
students are likely to experience at some point during the department who you will be a range of support to help students assignments or projects, and
their time in our department. encouraged to meet with on a develop useful skills and resources practical work in the dedicated
regular basis. Your personal tutor for navigating student life. computing laboratories which are
can offer support and guidance for open 24/7.
all matters relating to your academic TEACHING
progress or personal wellbeing. ASSESSMENT
Our courses offer a balance of
“I’ve found that the staff Additional academic support is also core material delivered through Your performance on most modules
in the department are offered by our teaching staff who lectures, small-group seminars will be assessed by a combination
have dedicated open Office Hours and hands-on laboratory sessions. of coursework and written
friendly and willing to
in which you can go to them should Lectures are large group lessons examination. The coursework
help with any problems you have questions relating to any in which an academic will speak may be individual or group work
you have, and it’s great of the course content. for usually around an hour on involving programming, research,
that every student has a particular subject. Seminars writing and/or presentations.
Our students often find their peers
a personal tutor they also provide a great source of offer an often complimentary Typically in the third and fourth
can go to for advice. support, encouragement and, of smaller group session where years of some of our courses,
The facilities are also course, friendship throughout their you will have a chance to build depending on which degree path
degree, and we encourage students on topics introduced in lectures, you follow, project work is fully
excellent and you while laboratory sessions provide assessed by a presentation and
to work together on revising study
almost always have opportunities to apply your project reports.
materials. Our student Computing
access to a workstation Society also offers academic and learning and develop your
practical skills under the support Each year contributed to the final
no matter how late or professional skills support through degree classification, typically in the
early you are working!” regular programming workshops, of supervision staff.
ratio of [Link] for a BSc degree
academic talks with industry Approximately a quarter of your and [Link] for an integrated
professionals as well as hosting time is spent in timetabled classes, Master’s degree, dependent on
gaming and other social events. with the remainder being used degree stream.
Cameron In addition the university’s for private study, completing
3rd Year Wellbeing Support Services provide
Computer Science
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RESEARCH S POTLIGH TS

Take a look at some of TURNING FREE-TEXT TO KNOWLEDGE THE FUTURE OF E-VOTING

the exciting research our Professor Yulan He Professor Feng Hao
academics are working on to
get an idea of the challenges 90% of the world’s data is stored in the unstructured text E-voting systems are increasingly being used
and progress being made in format making it difficult for machines to understand and in elections around the world. However the
the sector right now. analyse. But what if computers were able to understand systems used in countries such as India,
the semantic meanings conveyed in humans’ spoken Brazil and the US are currently unverifiable;
language and written text? they rely on “trusted authorities” such as
government-appointed election officers to
This is the ultimate goal of Professor Yulan He whose current research in
our department uses a combination of machine learning and language
tally votes.
processing techniques to analyse social media content, online user
It is this reliance on “trusted authorities”, who in the
behaviour and opinions expressed on the web.
advent of e-voting are also required to have expertise
in computer science and cryptography, that is being
Professor He explains, “Together with my students and collaborators,
challenged by one of our department’s research teams,
we have proposed a series of unsupervised Bayesian models for
led by Professor Feng Hao. Professor Hao is looking into
automatic extraction of newsworthy events discussed on Twitter.
how cryptography can be used to make an e-voting
We have also developed models which can discover hierarchical
system verifiable with the aim “to provide a means
viewpoints and opinions expressed in social media during the US
whereby voters can independently verify that their
general election and Brexit.”
votes are accurately captured and tallied by the system”,
hence ensuring that the integrity of an election result
Undergraduate students have the opportunity to draw on examples
is maintained. In the process, the researchers eliminate
from Professor He’s research which she shares in her teaching to show
reliance on trusted authorities who tally the cast votes,
how data mining approaches can be used to analyse social media data.
so the election is “self-tallying.”
collaboration with Professor Bimal Kumar Roy of the
However Professor He’s interests and the implications of her research
Such a secure and publicly verifiable system could be Indian Statistical Institute under the support of a Royal
also reach far beyond just social media as she explores the use of
used in all manners of elections, from local to national, Society International Collaboration award. Their research
statistical methods for acquiring knowledge from clinical documents,
and would be more secure, usable and dependable. The looks at using this kind of system to strengthen e-voting
biomedical literature and the investigation of artificial intelligence
system Professor Hao is researching would also detect in India, where electronic voting machines have replaced
techniques in finance, legal and insurance documents.
and provide evidence of electoral fraud, thereby acting paper ballots in all national and general elections in
as a strong deterrent to vote-tampering, furthering trust the country.
Speaking of her current work, Professor He added “I am currently an
in the integrity of the outcome.
academic lead of the cR&D project, funded by Innovate UK, which
In the longer term, Professor Hao aims to create freely
aims to develop statistical models in order to uncover the hidden
Professor Hao’s team currently conduct trial elections available open-source software tools for voting and
meaning within unstructured data to provide output that is human
and evaluations here in the UK but they are also in auditing, and is in the process of commercialising such
readable, comprehensible and succinct. Examples of such data include
contact with election think-tanks in the US and Europe e-voting research under the Innovate UK academic start-
case notes in Adult & Child Care, Medical/Patient Records, Clinical &
and, more recently, have started an international up programme.
Pharmaceutical Trials, Insurance Claims and Legal Margin Notes.”

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STU DY A BROA D, IN TER N SH IPS

AND P L ACE ME NTS CA R E E R S

We offer a variety of opportunities INDUSTRIAL PLACEMENTS Our graduates are highly sought after by premier
to students on all of our courses to Students choosing to do a year in industry graduate employers, who appreciate the rigour and
enhance their degree with industrial typically take it between the second and third industrial relevance of our degree courses.
year of their degree. We provide support for
experience or study abroad*. students wishing to spend a year in industry This means that our students have a great deal of freedom in
by promoting opportunities, hosting careers deciding on their career path, with the majority having a host of
Each of our degree courses has an
fairs and offering one-to-one sessions with our exciting options open to them on graduation. Sectors popular
‘intercalated year’ option. This allows you
departmental careers advisor. with our students include software engineering, technical
to spend a sandwich year (between two
consultancy and financial services.
years of your degree) studying abroad or
During your year in industry you will be
working in industry, which will be reflected
supported by your personal tutor and We work closely with the university’s Student Careers and Skills
in your degree title. An alternative to a year
our Industrial Liaison Team, and students Centre to offer guidance and support on graduate employment,
spent in industry is to apply for a year spent
working in the UK are visited by academic including application reviews, interview preparation and one-
on the department’s established exchange
representatives to review their development to-one advice. We also have a dedicated departmental careers
programme with the Hong Kong University of
during the year. Students who take a year-long advisor. In addition to the University’s careers fairs, our students
Science and Technology. If successful, students
industrial placement return with a deeper benefit from departmental careers events including our annual
following a four year degree can choose
appreciation of the application of their flagship “Computing Your Career”, where we host multi-national
whether to take the year as intercalated or as a
discipline and often develop final-year project organisations with whom we have long-standing partnerships.
replacement for one of their degree years.
ideas based on their experience. Additionally,
it is common for students to obtain an offer “The core computer science
STUDY ABROAD of a graduate role in their host company on
fundamentals that I was taught
completion of their degree.
Our established exchange programme in the first and second year were GRADUATES IN EMPLOYMENT

97%
with the Hong Kong University of Science Our students have spent successful internships crucial to my success during my WITHIN 6 MONTHS OF GRADUATION
and Technology provides students with the at companies including Accenture, ARM, Bank placement. In particular the focus (DERIVED FROM THE HESA DESTINATIONS OF LEAVERS
FROM HIGHER EDUCATION SURVEY 2016/17)
opportunity to experience teaching and of America, British Telecom, Cisco, Google,
learning at another world-leading institution. on teaching adaptability as my
GSK, IBM, Intel, Microsoft, Reuters and
The university also has excellent relationships Unilever.
internship required very quickly
with a range of institutions around the picking up unseen projects,

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world, and offers a variety of study abroad Regardless of whether you decide to languages and solutions, working IN THE UK WITH AN AVERAGE SALARY
opportunities which students may apply to take an intercalated year, there are ample
RD OF £46,800 FOR GRADUATE EARNINGS
with them to deliver to a deadline FIVE YEARS AFTER GRADUATION
if they wish. In addition to benefitting from a opportunities to gain real-world experience
rich cultural experience, students returning and move on.” (2018 LONGITUDINAL EDUCATION OUTCOMES DATASET)
through internships which the department
from studying overseas exhibit an international promotes and offers support with. These
profile that is attractive to potential employers. programmes usually take place during the
summer vacation, allowing you to apply your Eliot
Computer Science MEng student
knowledge and skills in an industrial setting. Turn over to see where a degree from our department has taken
with Intercalated Year as an IoT Technical
Sales Specialist at Intel Corporation some of our recent alumni...
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RUTH CHARLIE DANIELLE HAMISH

Computer Science MEng student Computer Science BSc Data Science BSc student Computer Science BSc student
2010-2014 student 2012-2015 2014-2017 2014-2017, Computer Science
Now Senior Site Reliability Engineer Now Deployment Strategist Now Software Engineer MSc student 2017-18
(SRE) at Google at Palantir Technologies at Accenture Now Big Data Developer at Barclays

My job is to run really large distributed systems that are By focusing on the principles and underpinnings of I develop software for Accenture and their clients I am mostly doing platform engineering of the data
fast and reliable. Emergency response and mitigation is computer science, my time at Warwick helped to depending on which project I’m on. Currently, science and surrounding platforms my team have created
a critical part, but most of the time we work on “projects”. equip me with the ability to continuously adapt to new I’m specialising in writing Python code for a and own within Barclays. There is a bit of data analytics
Projects include things like writing automation, for developments throughout my career. The emphasis Cloud Platform solution taking advantage of AWS and science mixed in where feasible to allow for me to
example for releases or capacity management, writing on fundamentals prepared me to engage with any technologies. understand the structure of the bank’s data, where and
monitoring systems, consulting with developers on technology, and not just what was relevant during my how it is stored.
launches or designs, or changing some part of the studies. Most notably, the group software engineering My degree definitely helped me get offers for
system itself, for example the load balancing algorithm. project undertaken with an international industrial interviews and assessment centres because it offers a I gained several skills from my time studying Computer
I currently work in London on Google Cloud Compute partner was particularly good at giving an insight unique experience. I can also proudly say that I’m the Science at Warwick including how to network, how
Engine and have previously worked on Google Calendar into how theoretical concepts taught throughout first ever female in the UK to have an undergraduate to be more social, improved organisation and time
and security and privacy infrastructure. the course can be applied in a real-world software degree in Data Science! The feeling I had when I management and most of my coding ability and
engineering environment. found out I had passed my degree and got a job offer, knowledge that I utilise now. All of this, alongside my own
Whilst at Warwick I interned at Google twice, the first as it was incomparable, it’s one of the proudest moments motivation, self-taught skills and work with start-ups and
a developer in London and the second time as an SRE in I now work as a Deployment Strategist, working of my life. as a web development contractor have helped me get to
Zurich. I really enjoyed the second internship so decided directly with customers to deliver value from their where I am today.
to come back full time as an SRE. I find distributed I am now motivated by many different things, I work
data, and ensure they’re using our products as
systems very interesting and have a lot of fun thinking of with some incredible people and they have taught There were some really interesting modules that I got to
effectively as possible to solve problems. I’m focused
ways in which something could break, but I also enjoy me so much since university and I think it’s the fact choose from during my time at Warwick, and the content
on helping to create the best user experience for our
the diverse kinds of work we do. that I can work with these people that motivates me is updated according to the current technology, so it feels
customers to work with data, enabling them to answer
from day to day. I’ve also discovered I have an eye for like you are ready to help advance fields of research by
complex questions without requiring them to master
The official goal of my job is “to automate myself out of the creative side, and as such I have created several the time you get to your dissertation. I particularly liked
querying languages, statistical modelling, or the
the job”. I really like this goal and also hold it personally bespoke websites for my friends and family because the first year Web Development module as it allowed me
command line.
as something I would like to accomplish - it’s about never I have a growing passion for front-end development. to start working towards becoming a web development
having to do repetitious work anymore, and getting the Personal goals I have in my job are to be able to contractor whilst continuing to study my degree in later
I always knew that I wanted to work closely with
system to run and fix itself. curate a portfolio of my creative achievements, I’ve years. I did much of this work for The Boar, the student
customers, in a role where I can see the direct output
found I’m really empowered through UI/UX (User- newspaper, and was actually able to open a company
My favourite module at Warwick was Neural Computing. of my work. Through undertaking summer internships
Interface/User-Experience) design, because not only with a few friends doing web development which allowed
At a first glance it doesn’t seem directly relevant to and having a strong focus on technical fundamentals
should it make sense (there’s a whole science behind us to earn some money while still at university.
my job, but I think it is - Neural Computing was about in my degree, I was able to find the right role for me.
it), it should be beautiful too.
studying how brains function and ways of artificially Looking forward I am hoping that my own start-up
mimicking this. Distributed systems can go wrong in so My advice to anybody starting out at Warwick would In fact, it was the Social Informatics module that I took business will become a success. In my job I would like
many ways, and often have such unexpected side effects be to, alongside expanding your technical abilities, at Warwick, which looks at the science behind HCI to understand more about distributed systems and how
that diagnosing a problem requires similar skills. Neural make sure you take all of the opportunities that are (Human Computer Interaction) and includes a project our current internal platforms fully work so that in future
Computing inspired me to investigate problems logically thrown at you to help develop industrially relevant task to design a working online shop-front, that was I can help others gain a similar knowledge and feel
and with an open mind. subject knowledge and transferable skills, such as probably one of the biggest influences that piqued empowered to take on any job and any role regardless of
teamwork, communication, and planning. my interest in front-end design. their background.

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