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Our Computer Forensics lecturer Richard Hale who has years of experience as a Senior Digital Forensics Investigator giv...

You might not know it yet, but technicians are a huge part of student life - especially on practical-based courses like...

Looking to pursue a career in Science, Technology, Engineering or Maths (STEM) and have a flair for creativity or the ...

Our computing student shares the differences between the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5.

Guest blog post written by digital marketing agency, EDGE Creative. The local Birmingham agency supports our graduates ...

Thinking about studying a Computing degree? If so, you’ve picked an exciting and ground-breaking field.

Learn the basics of Python coding, Cyber Security and IoT (Internet of Things) by signing up to one of the free courses...

We caught up with industry experts from Microsoft, NHS England and BCU Research to uncover the future of AI and find ou...

Choosing where to study is a big decision and you’ll want to make sure you choose the right fit for you. Here’s a few t...

Get a head start with your UCAS application to the Faculty of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment at Birm...

We find out what careers you can get out of a degree in Computer Games Technology.

Want your course information in the palm of your hand? Download the University Assistant app.

Whether you’re looking to change career, explore a new subject area or upskill in a new field of study, we offer a rang...

If you are starting in September, see what services and resources Curzon Library has to offer.

Why not spend some time connecting with us in the CEBE faculty?

Final year Computer Networks and Security student, Marcus Jeffes, has been awarded first place for 'Innovation in Cyber...

If you’re thinking of studying a degree in Computing, there has never been a more exciting time to start. Advancements ...

Not sure on what to do between now and starting university? Don’t fret, we’ve put together a plan to help you stay up t...

Meet our determined final year BSc (Hons) Computer Networks and Security student, Aksa Saleem, who has successfully se...

Students from the Game Creation Federation Society earned an impressive grand prize after pitching their initiative. Th...

A great way to socialise and meet people at university is by joining a society. As a Computing student you may want to ...

Are you considering a career in Computing or Digital Technology, but you’re still unsure which course to study? Take o...

Are you intrigued to know what skills your Computing degree will give you? Excited to unravel your potential? Then look...

One of the highlights of going to university is being able to access industry-standard facilities. Find out exactly wha...

Game Jams are a hackathon-style event that features teams developing a game in a short space of time. The Global Game J...

Learn how to get a computing placement with help from the Careers + Team in 4 simple steps.

If you are applying to computing courses or are already attending BCU, we think it's important you get to know importa...

BCU graduate Harry Jawanda is the CEO and Co-Founder of Wambiz, an app-based staff engagement technology company which...

Local Sixth-Form student, Simran Kaur, completed a work experience at our School of Computing and Digital Technology. W...

Deciding to study a postgraduate degree has many benefits such increasing your employment prospects and helping you be...

As our individual online presence continues to increase, it is important to protect ourselves against cyber criminals ...

Cyber security is a significant subject in today’s society, and it has a powerful impact on businesses and citizens of...

Last month I attended HackTheMidlands here in the heart of Birmingham City University at Millennium Point. HackTheMidl...

The weeks leading up to moving were crazy and full of panic. I was excited to be moving to Birmingham to study Compute...

For almost 20 years now Multiplay has been hosting what they claim to be “the UK’s biggest gaming festival”. From its ...

This year our Innovation Festival was on Friday 26 May, but it was such an amazing day we’re still celebrating! We’ve ...

This article, first published on the Hamilton Barnes website, explores why Zareena was drawn to study networking at Bi...

Why changing priorities and straying from the beaten path could help reduce the risk of cyber-attack…

The news over the last two or three days has been full of information and some speculation about the attack on the NHS...

Birmingham’s Thinktank Science Museum hosted a “Meet the Experts” event on Big Data during the half term. “Big data” i...

When people ask me what I do, and I say I’m a “Software Developer”, they seem fairly impressed yet not entirely sure w...

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Get your hands on our computing kit

Getting Involved in Global Game Jam

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Meet your Head of School

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How to stay safe online

Cyber Security Summit and Expo 2017

HackTheMidlands at Birmingham City University

Moving to Birmingham City University

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Women in Networking

The path less travelled

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