Modules

Year one Block 1: Foundations of Computing Block 2: Programming in Python Block 3: Data Analytics and Statistics Block 4: Information Systems Analysis and Design Year two Block 1: Social Computing and Data Analytics for Business Block 2: Fundamentals of IT Management Block 3: Introduction to Information Security Block 3: Information and Database Development Block 4: Integrated Project Year three Block 1: Systems Thinking Block 2: Business Systems Solutions Block 3 / 4: Final Year Project Year 3 optional modules (choose one): Block 3 / 4: Privacy and Data Protection Block 3 / 4: Advanced Database Management and Programming Block 3 / 4: Digital Transformation Block 3 / 4: Information and Communication Technologies for Development

Assessment method

On this course, you will benefit from Education 2030 - DMU’s new way of delivering courses. Through block teaching, you will focus on one subject at a time instead of several at once. The compulsory modules on this course ensure that students learn by a combination of practical experience, self-study and research. The option modules allow students the opportunity to specialise. The modules making up the course employ a range of learning and teaching strategies including: (1) staff directed teaching and learning via lectures, seminars, laboratories; (2) case-study and lab based exercises for the dissemination of knowledge, information and the demonstration of processes and techniques; (3) student centred learning via collaborative and group based learning by group assignments and projects, (4) individual independent learning using literature sources, internet sources and further research (incl. Web based resources) (5) presentation of findings, report writing, assignments, practice (6) practical work based exercises for the development of skills and understanding and (7) project-based learning to develop research, presentation and communication skills. Assessment methods and assessment criteria are vested in the individual modules constituting the programme. Each module specification specifies the assessment methods and reassessment details which are appropriate to its aims and objectives, as well as the teaching and learning strategy of the module. Normally some modules are assessed by a combination of coursework and a phase test. Where subject content of the module is more appropriate to be assessed using coursework, these modules are assessed by 100% coursework. Methods of assessment for the modules therefore may include: Time constrained phase tests, Portfolios of work, Laboratory exercises, Oral examinations, Demonstrations, Individual & individually assessed group work, Project work, Reports & presentations and Research reports. When needed all work is submitted to Turnitin. You deserve a positive teaching and learning experience, where you feel part of a supportive and nurturing community. That’s why most students will enjoy an innovative approach to learning using block teaching, where you will study one module at a time. You’ll benefit from regular assessments - rather than lots of exams at the end of the year - and a simple timetable that allows you to engage with your subject and enjoy other aspects of university life such as sports, societies, meeting friends and discovering your new city. By studying with the same peers and tutor for each block, you’ll build friendships and a sense of belonging.

Professional bodies

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

• BCS - The Chartered Institute for IT