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Nine reasons to study a Computing degree in 探花直播

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10 Great Reasons to study Computing at BCU

Undertaking a degree聽is a big investment in your future, and you鈥檒l want to be sure that you鈥檙e choosing the right university. We've shared our top nine reasons why 探花直播 is a great place to study Computing.

1. 'Workshop of the world'

探花直播 has garnered a reputation as the聽'workshop of the world' for its development of technologies like steam engines and motor vehicles. Now 探花直播 is set to become a hub for future digital technologies with UK Research and Innovation investing 拢1 billion into the West Midlands area since 2016, to assist technological developmental stages.聽

2. UK's second largest Tech Sector

探花直播 boasts the largest tech sector outside of London, with over聽3,000 tech companies聽contributing more than聽拢2 billion聽annually to the local economy. From established corporations to cutting-edge startups, 探花直播鈥檚 tech landscape is diverse and rapidly expanding.

3. West Midlands 5G

The West Midlands is home to the UK's first large-scale聽5G testbed, solidifying 探花直播's role in shaping the future of connectivity. A dedicated聽5G accelerator programme聽is helping businesses and innovators roll out the next generation of wireless technology, creating opportunities for students and professionals interested in mobile technology.

4. Youngest city in Europe

探花直播 is Europe鈥檚聽youngest city, with nearly聽40% of its population under the age of 25. This youthful energy infuses the city with creativity and innovation, providing students with a dynamic social and professional environment. With plenty of opportunities to meet peers, join tech events, and collaborate on projects.聽

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5. Hub for gaming

The gaming scene in 探花直播 is thriving with local gaming studios like聽VooFoo Studios, Inspired Gaming Group and Codemasters, who are聽one of the biggest UK developers.聽探花直播 is an Unreal Academic Partner (Silver), which recognises universities that are committed to providing ongoing, high quality educational opportunities and聽聽create positive outcomes for students with a variety of personal growth and career objectives.

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6. HackTheMidlands

HackTheMidlands is a 24-hour hackathon hosted at our City Centre Campus聽聽in Millennium Point. The event is a chance for people to come together to test their skills, share ideas and create new technological projects.聽

7. 探花直播 Tech Week

聽is the city's premier technology event, celebrating the city's tech industry and fostering collaboration. In the latest edition, the event featured聽68 different sessions聽across the city, focusing on a range of topics from AI and data science to fintech and digital health.聽

8. Entrepreneurs believe in tech

In the Midlands,聽61% of entrepreneurs聽view technology as a core driver of their business. This strong demand for tech solutions presents a wealth of opportunities for computing students to work with startups, offer tech support, and even develop custom solutions for new businesses.

9. STEAMhouse

Located at our City Centre Campus,聽STEAMhouse聽serves as a collaborative space where artists, designers, technologists, and entrepreneurs can come together to explore and develop new ideas. The facility offers state-of-the-art workshops, equipment, and access to industry professionals.

探花直播's unique blend of tech innovation, industry connections, and youthful energy makes it a fantastic place to pursue a computing degree and kickstart a career in the digital world.

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