Computer Science BSc (Hons)

Course Structure:

Year 1

In your first year, if you are a full-time student, you will study:

•       3 compulsory modules in semester 1
•       3 compulsory modules in semester 2

Modules

• Programming 01 - Introduction to Programming
• Mathematics and Problem Solving
• Security Systems and Products
• Programming 02 - Programming for the Web
• Operating Systems
• Software Engineering

Year 2

In your second year, if you are a full-time student, you will study:

•      3 compulsory modules in semester 1
•       3 compulsory modules in semester 2

If you are studying on the Computer Science BSc (Hons) (with placement) variant, you will undertake a Year in Industry (also known as a sandwich year or placement year) between your second and third year.

Modules

• Programming 03 - Systems Programming and Scripting
• Database Systems
• Computer Networks
• Programming 04 - Advanced Programming
• Artificial Intelligence
• Professional and Research Practices

Year 3

In your third year, if you are a full-time student, you will study:

•       1 compulsory dissertation module across semesters 1 and 2
•       2 compulsory modules in semester 1
•       2 optional modules in semester 2

Modules

• Dissertation
• The Internet of Things
• Data Analytics
• Immersive Computing
• Privacy and Data Protection
• Network Security Architecture and Operations
• Advanced Web Development
• Cloud Computing Security and Compliance
• Smartphone App Design and Development