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. On this five-year degree you will have the opportunity 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.You will spend the fourth year on a paid industrial placement, putting your skills into practice and greatly enhancing your employability. Then, in your final year, you will undertake a large scientific project using problem-solving principles, drawing on the research strengths of the department in the areas of human-computer interaction, theoretical computer science and visual computing. 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 You will be taught in our new £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. Our facilities include; • Vision and Biometric Lab • Maker Labs • FIT Lab [Future Interaction Technologies] • Theory Lab • Cyber Security Lab • User Experience Lab • Visualisation Suite Professional Body Accreditation This programme is accredited by the British Computer Society, and allows graduates to join immediately as professional members. Did you know 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. To find out more go to www.swansea.ac.uk/science * 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 1 you will learn how to program (in Java), and will study concepts of computer science, modelling computer systems, and professional issues, such as computers and society, and software development. In Year 2 you will be introduced to human-computer interaction, and will study topics including declarative programming, software engineering, database systems, computer graphics, algorithms, and automata and formal language theory. In Year 3, as well as working on your research dissertation, you will be able to choose from a range of topics to study. These may include writing mobile apps, cryptography and IT security, data visualisation, big data and machine learning, and software testing. In Year 4 you will spend a year in industry, applying your skills in a Computer Science work environment locally, nationally or overseas, which will greatly enhance your employability. You will continue to be supported by the University, through regular contact with staff. In Year 5 you will undertake a large scientific project using problem-solving principles, drawing on the research strengths of the department and in the areas of human-computer interaction, theoretical computer science and visual computing.
How to apply
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:
- G847
- Institution code:
- S93
- Campus name:
- Bay Campus
- Campus code:
- B
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
A level - ABB - AAB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*DD
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 34 points
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Extended Project
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
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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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
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Additional fee information
Provider information
Swansea University
Singleton Park
Swansea
SA2 8PP