BSc (Hons) Computing
Course Features
Campus:
London
Duration:
3 Years
Available Starts:
October, February, June
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Information about course
This practical degree encourages you to develop an extensive knowledge of computer programming using Java and Python. A range of projects will also help you build practical experience in designing, building and implementing computer systems, culminating in a major final-year software development project.
We believe it is important that you enter the world of work with a range of skills that enable you to succeed, and actively focus on enhancing your employability throughout the degree. You will be supported to gain work experience throughout your degree, and recent students have worked with a wide range of companies including large organisations such as the NHS, General Dynamics, Qinetiq, Garmin, Rackspace, the Met Office, Ordnance Survey and Capita and many more local SMEs such as CleverTouch, Transactor Global Solutions, Zentive, Westermo and MWR Security.
Modules
Year 1
- Data Communication and Network
- Data Modelling and SQL Language
- Maths and Algorithms Designing and Developing
- Object Oriented Programming
- Systems Analysis and Design
Year 2
- Big Data Analytics
- Cloud Computing
- Mobile App Design and Development
- Network Design and Troubleshooting
- User Experience Design
- Web Application Security
Year 3
- Data Science
- Dissertation (Major Computing Project)
- Products for the Internet of Everything (IoE)
- Project Management and Professional Issues
- Routing Cyber Security
- Web Development
Assessment Methods
- Academic Interview
- English Writing Test
GCSE Maths and English at grades A-C, or equivalent are required for entry. Functional Skills Level 2, is accepted as equivalent. This can be exempted by successfully passing the QAHE English test (minimum 60%) and the QAHE Maths test (score 8 out of 15). For each level, we offer non-standard entry routes for students. Please contact our team to discuss your existing qualifications and we will be able to recommend the most suitable entry point for you.
After finishing this course, you will have the necessary flexible skills to succeed in the inspiring environment of computing technologies. You will have a real-life business approach that will make you ready for such a competitive industry. You will learn how computers work and how they can be used to improve the quality of our life while also developing software applications and understanding the principles behind technology. You will be a career ready individual with the confidence to master any technical and creative aspects relevant to your degree.
Applications developers translate software requirements into workable programming code and maintain and develop programs for use in business.
Web designers plan, create and code web pages, using both technical and non-technical skills to produce websites that fit their customer’s requirements.
Cyber security analysts help to protect an organisation by employing a range of technologies and processes to prevent, detect and manage cyber threats.
As a game designer, you’ll be the centre of creativity at the heart of producing a new game. You’ll bring ideas, build prototypes, create interactive narration and develop the game’s mechanics
Your role as an IT consultant will be to work in partnership with clients, advising them how to use information technology in order to meet their business objectives or overcome problems.
