BSc (Hons) Computing -
(ONE
YEAR TOP-UP DEGREE) The overall aim of these courses is to provide a vehicle for entrants with HND or equivalent qualifications (such as an overseas higher diploma or degree) to progress to graduate status in a broad range of computer programme s each with its own specialist content.
Each programme is designed to give candidates the opportunity to understand the concepts and techniques of advanced computing within their specialist area.
Students will thus be able to put into practice and to critically evaluate the tools and techniques, as required by their specialism.
For example in BSC Computing (Web application Development) addressing such matters as quality, usability, design and project management.
COURSE CONTENT
*Degree Pathway Title |
Web Application |
Mobile Computing |
Information Systems |
ICT |
Security and Security Systems |
Common Units |
Project – Double unit |
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Advanced Topics In Networking |
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Issues In Database Design |
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Specialist Units |
Usability |
Mobile Systems Interface Development |
Information Systems Management |
Management of IT Projects |
Security Systems |
Issues In Internet Development |
Mobile Systems Technology |
Management Information Systems |
Management Information Systems |
System Security |
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KEY INFO
Entry:
HND in Computing/Software Development or equivalent qualification or mature student with considerable relevant work experience
IELTS 6.0 or equivalent English Language Level
Qualification:
BSc (Hons) in Computing (with Pathway Specialisation) Validated and Awarded by the University of Wales
Duration:
One academic year
Assessment:
Individual project and assignments; group workshops, examinations
Course commencement:
> September > January
PROGRESSION
Employment opportunities from these programs are vast, having specialism’s in Mobile Computing, Web Application development, Information Systems, Security, ICT In Business this covers the spectrum of work opportunity.
Depending on the pathway chosen you could expect employment in User Support, Web Development, Junior Programming, Database Design Mobile systems development, IT Business support (junior) Firewall security support person, Junior IT Project team member – the list is varied and extensive.
Many candidates may choose to continue their studies at Masters Degree level.
This degree is also suitable for direct entry to the Cavendish PGDip/MSc in E Commerce, Business Information Technology and Information systems, again a wide offering
