Course summary
Computer Science plays a key role in virtually every aspect of modern life, and this degree will give you the knowledge, experience and expertise for a wide range of careers in this exciting and rapidly developing field. This degree you will learn how to identify solutions to problems and measure their efficiency, analyse and assess systems and design new ones. You will be able to learn about computer graphics, modelling computer systems, software engineering, writing mobile apps, data visualisation and some of the more advanced theoretical aspects of Computer Science. The foundation year covers the key scientific, mathematical and engineering concepts to prepare you for the BSc in Computer Science, as well as giving you experience of other science subjects. You will be able to develop your programming skills (in C and Java), and tackle advanced tasks, both individually and in groups, helping you to gain and develop valuable transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation and problem-solving. Computer Science facilities at Swansea include: Our £32.5m Computational Foundry, a world class centre with state-of-the-art facilities for teaching and research, as well as networking and meeting spaces, which bring students, academics and industry together, Vision and Biometric Lab, Maker Labs, FIT Lab (Future Interaction Technologies), Theory Lab, Cyber Security Lab, User Experience Lab and the Visualisation Suite. This programme is accredited by the British Computer Society, and allows graduates to join immediately as professional members. All of our courses are available with a Year in Industry or Year Abroad These placement years increase our students confidence and communication skills as well as help them to gain valuable experiences that will ultimately enhance their employability. We guarantee that you will be made a conditional offer for a course at Swansea University. Subject requirements will apply. Please come along to our next Open Day or get in touch for further information.
Modules
In Year 0, the Foundation year, you will study a range of content to prepare you for the BSc. Your first semester will cover programming, the mathematics relevant to Computer Science, key skills and topics from environmental science and physics. In your second semester, you will study more advanced concepts in Computer Science, and you will learn how to analyse and present data, as well as studying topics from bioscience and geography. In Year 1 you will learn how to program (in Java), study how computers work, be introduced to software engineering, and learn about the fundamental mathematics and theory of Computer Science. Year 1 is common for our Single Honours degree schemes. In Year 2 you will learn about operating systems and networking, computer graphics, databases, compilers, advanced and specialised programming, specification, and some of the more advanced theoretical aspects of Computer Science. You will develop your programming skills (in C and Java) and have the opportunity to attempt advanced tasks. In Year 3 you will undertake a large project, accounting for 25% of the credit for the year, and study a selection of our advanced option modules. These vary, but currently include graphics, advanced programming, human-computer interaction, the internet, artificial intelligence, concurrent systems, hardware and theory.
How to apply
25Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- G401
- Institution code:
- S93
- Campus name:
- Bay Campus
- Campus code:
- B
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
A level - CCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 24 credits M: 15 credits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 34 - 32 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Extended Project
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Grade B in GCSE Maths (or Grade 6).
English language requirements
For applicants whose first language is not English we require a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) and no less than 5.5 in each component.
English Language Requirements at Swansea University
https://www.swansea.ac.uk/admissions/english-language-requirements/
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
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Provider information
Swansea University
Singleton Park
Swansea
SA2 8PP