What It’s Like to Study Computer Science at London Metropolitan University

Pratham, from India, is in his second year of studying Computer Science at London Metropolitan University. He describes his experience as both inspiring and practical, a place where students can explore their passions while building the skills needed for a future in technology.

How London Met Supports Computer Science Students

Computer science courses at London Met are ranked 2nd in the UK for student satisfaction

“It’s really amazing to work in the workshops here at London Met,” Pratham says. “The professors understand that people are from different backgrounds. Not everyone is very extroverted or confident to raise their hand, so they come near you and ask if you have any doubts. They’re really good at clearing them.”

He appreciates that the university provides several ways to connect with teachers, from online discussion boards to Microsoft Teams messages. “There are so many features in our studying system. If you have any questions, you can post them or message the teacher directly. It makes learning so much easier.”

What Skills Help You Succeed in Computer Science

Pratham’s love for computers started early, but his first passion was chess. “My hobby from childhood is playing chess,” he says. “It’s the thing I love most after coding.”

He believes chess and programming go hand in hand. “Chess helps in memorising things and improving critical thinking. When I do coding, I see patterns, just like in chess. Both train your brain to find creative solutions.”

Student Life and Societies at London Metropolitan University

London Met’s main campus square

Pratham enjoys getting involved in university life at London Met. “They help me a lot in promoting my society, which I opened here when I came,” he says. “They allow us to do what we want. If you have a business idea or a society idea, you can make your own platform and socialise with people who like the same things.” 

He explains that the university supports students who want to organise activities. “Whenever I want to manage a tournament or event, like giving prizes or hoodies, they provide the funds,” he says. “Even if we want to give players pizza, they say, ‘Just bring the bill and we’ll cover it.’ They’re very helpful.”

Pratham also enjoys spending time in the library, which he describes as both practical and fun. “There are private rooms in the library,” he says. “If you and your friends want to study or just pretend you are studying, you can book a group study room for two or three hours. You can study there, or watch your favourite show with your friends. I never did it, but you can do it!”

Computer Science Projects and Assignments at London Met

One of Pratham’s proudest moments came when he built his first project, a simple Rock, Paper, Scissors game. “It wasn’t a big project, but it was my first, so I have a good connection with it,” he says. “When your code runs, it feels amazing. I even made a chess game later, but that first project made me feel like I won the world.”

Since then, he has created a library system, a guessing game, and more. Now in his second year, he is learning advanced topics like Data Structures and Algorithms and plans to share his future projects on LinkedIn.

Pratham’s long-term goal is clear. “I want to be a software engineer in the future,” he says simply but confidently.

Watch Pratham’s full video interview to hear him talk more about his studies, his projects, and how London Met helps students turn passion into profession.