Modules

In year 1 (level 4) You will be introduced to the fundamentals of professional skills for computing: key skills include professionalism, cybersecurity and introduction to computers. You will also learn how complex databases can be managed and how software systems are developed using programming in Python/C++. Year 2 (level 5) will extend your theoretical knowledge and develop your ability to apply it to real-world problems, continuing the core themes started in Year 1, this is in addition to learning cyber intelligence tools and techniques. When you reach your final year (level 6), you will be ready to choose which themes are most relevant to your future needs. You will tackle large-scale projects and develop your knowledge, skills and speciality in your chosen area from the wide range of optional modules. The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the course that will take the form of either core or option modules and should be used as a guide. We review the content of our courses regularly, making changes where necessary to improve your experience and graduate prospects. If during a review process, course content is significantly changed, we will contact you to notify you of these changes if you receive an offer from us.

Assessment method

This course is delivered in three terms of ten weeks each. In each term, students study 40 credits comprised of either one or two modules. Scheduled contact hours range between approximately 6 and 12 hours per week depending upon the level of study and the complexity of the material being taught. This course is delivered primarily through in-person learning supported by online learning materials. Students can expect to take part in labs, workshops, lectures and tutorials. Teaching will be delivered by experienced academics and practitioners in the subject. This will be supplemented by occasional guest lecturers and speakers. On this course, you should expect to spend an average of 30 – 34 hours per week on independent study which might include following asynchronous learning material on the University’s VLE, using the University’s library, working with peers, and preparing work for assessment. There will be a broad range of assessment methods so that students are exposed to the different types of tasks they might encounter in the workplace. These will include coursework in the form of programming projects, software artefacts, portfolios of work, written work (e.g. essays) and presentations. In some modules, students will encounter class tests and practical assessments. We continuously review the assessment methods used in order that they adequately prepare students for graduate-level employment.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

• BCS - The Chartered Institute for IT