Computing laboratory

Two students working at a computer in the David Barron computing lab.
Two students working at a computer in the David Barron computing lab.
Two students with laptops sharing a table to work on a project together.
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About the Computing laboratory

The David Barron computing laboratory is a dedicated facility for computer science and software students to use for individual and project work. It's a lively, communal space, where you'll find support from both a programming help desk for programming-related questions, and IT help desk for other queries.

The lab also features social areas which students often use for activities outside of their studies, such as the Global Game Jam, as well as career events and workshops.

Facilities and equipment

  • Over 100 workstations including the latest hardware and operating systems
  • A3 double-sided printers
  • 'VIA Collage' working systems with wireless capability and wall-mounted displays for group working and demonstrations
  • High capacity, high-speed Wi-Fi
  • Fixed and mobile glassboards for brainstorming and idea sessions

Subjects using this facility

Computer science and software engineering

From artificial intelligence and machine learning to cyber security and the Internet of Things, we'll offer you a wide range of ways to study computer science and software engineering.

Related facilities

A wide shot of the software projects laboratory, with two students discussing a project at a table in the foreground, and more students working at computers and in a conference room further behind.

Software projects laboratory

The software projects laboratory provides facilities specifically for senior undergraduate and postgraduate students, to facilitate the project life cycle from early concept to first prototype.