5Oct
UndergraduateCourse summary
Software development, web development and cloud computing are emphasised on this programme. As a graduate, you will be skilled and knowledgeable in the technical aspects of web development and cloud computing. Your employment opportunities would be found either in small and medium-sized enterprises as web developers or working within a cloud infrastructure at the enterprise level. Develop your understanding of key aspects of a range of concepts, principles and techniques associated with web application development, web service development and cloud computing, while you learn to analyse technologies applied to the solution of problems that can also be deployed to the cloud to meet real-world requirements. The computing department has well-developed links with industry, which feed valuable high-level practical content into the programme. The inclusion of up-to-date content such as Node.js, Docker and REST Web Services gives student the opportunity to understand and apply the theoretical concepts studied in real contexts. The benefit for you is that such practical, real-world application will enhance your skills, and hence your employability, without sacrificing academic rigour. Industrial links include DVLA, Digital Health and Care Wales, Sony, S8080, Circle IT and Tevel Cyber Corps.
Modules
Year One – Level 4 (HNC, HND & BSc) • Computer Architecture and Operating Systems (20 credits; compulsory) • Data Analysis and Visualisation (20 credits; compulsory) • Introduction to Web and Database Concepts (20 credits; compulsory) • Learning in the Digital Era (20 credits; compulsory; Graduate Attributes Framework module) • Networks and Cyber Security Essentials (20 credits; compulsory) • Software Development (20 credits; compulsory). Year Two – Level 5 (HND & BSc) • Changemakers: Creativity and Value Creation (20 credits; compulsory; Graduate Attributes Framework module) • Data Security and Compliance (20 credits; compulsory) • Databases and Application Development (20 credits; compulsory) • Network Operating Systems and Services (20 credits; compulsory) • Object Oriented Programming and Algorithms (20 credits; compulsory) • Web and Mobile Technologies (20 credits; compulsory).
Assessment method
Students are assessed through a combination of worksheets, practicals, presentations, projects and examinations. Module assessment is often by assignment, or assignment and examination. The final mark for some modules may include one or more pieces of coursework set and completed during the module. Project work is assessed by written report and presentation.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- British Computer Society
How to apply
31Jan
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:
- 923T
- Institution code:
- T80
- Campus name:
- SA1 Waterfront Campus, Swansea
- Campus code:
- T
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £9000 | Year 1 |
| England | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9000 | Year 1 |
| International | £13500 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
College Road
Carmarthen
SA31 3EP