BSc (Hons) Computing - (THREE
YEAR COURSE)
The aim of this course is to enhance candidates' career prospects in the Business IT industry. Students will be trained in up-to the minute industry standard software, tools and techniques using our state of the art computer equipment.
This highly focused programme is especially suited to those students wishing to gain a foundation in the basics of computer programming, systems analysis and software engineering yet have the option to specialise in areas such as mobile computing, web applications development, security and IS at a later date. This specialism is taken up in the final year so enabling candidates to make a valued choice later in their program of study (start of Year 3).
YEAR 1 (BTEC HND Y1)
Computer Platforms
Programming Concepts
Database Design Concepts
Networking Concepts
Data Analysis and Design
Systems Analysis
Visual Programming
Personal Skills Development
YEAR 2 (BTEC HND Y2)
MS Office Solution Development
Quality Systems
Human Computer Interface
Project Management
Website Design
Software Testing
Data structures and Algorithms
Software Development Project
YEAR 3 ( BSc Hons) Computing (with Pathway Specialisation)
*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:
Access/Foundation Course, One ‘A' Level or overseas equivalent, High School Diploma or Mature Student status
IELTS 5.5 or equivalent English language qualification
Qualification:
EDEXCEL BTEC Higher National Diploma in Software Development
BSc (Hons) Computing (with Pathway Specialisation) validated and awarded by the University of Wales.
Duration:
Three academic years
Assessment:
Examinations, Assignment and Portfolio
Course commencement:
> September > January
PROGRESSION
Employment opportunities are vast because of the highly specialised final year. Depending on your choice expect roles such as User Support, Web Development, Junior Programmer, Database Management /Design , IT Business support (junior) Firewall security support person, Junior IT Project team member – the list is varied and extensive.
