Bsc Computer Science (with Foundation Year)

at Bangor University

Throughout your degree you will study a range of modules and engage in a wide variety of different learning activities, which may include lectures, tutorials, and laboratory practicals. In addition, you will develop your knowledge and skills through undertaking a wide variety of assessments.

 

The Foundation Year component of the programme is designed to prepare you for degree-level study.  You will study a range of modules focused on your developing your academic skills and subject-specific knowledge, ahead of progressing to Year 1 of the programme.  You will complete modules focusing on IT and Communication Skills, Essential Mathematics and develop a range of skills through a subject specific research project. In addition, you will complete modules on Further Mathematics and Computer Science.

 

As well as learning the fundamentals of computer science and advanced programming skills, you will benefit from teaching that relates to the research interest of the academic staff. Particular specialities available during the course include computer graphics, artificial intelligence and agents and data communications. If these areas appeal to you then this is the Computer Science course for you.

 

Year 1 and 2 of the BSc programme aim to consolidate and deepen your knowledge and widen skills base. The aim of the third year is to really develop your critical understanding of the subject and to further enhance your employability.

 

Foundation Year

 

Compulsory Modules

Semester 1

• ICE-0101: Essential Mathematics (20) Core
• OSF-0101: Communication and IT Skills (20) Core
• ICE-0202: Foundation Year Project (40) Core

Semester 2

• ICE-0102: Further Mathematics (20) Core
• ICE-0201: Essential Computer Science (20) Core
• ICE-0202: Foundation Year Project

 

Year 1

 

Compulsory Modules

Semester 1

• ICE-1001: Professional Perspectives (20)
• ICE-1111: Imperative Programming Foundat (10)
• ICE-1221: Mathematics for Computing (20)
• ICE-1501: Computer Architecture & OS (20)
• ICE-1601: Database Systems (20)

Semester 2

• ICE-1001: Professional Perspectives
• ICE-1101: Object Oriented Programming (10)
• ICE-1221: Mathematics for Computing
• ICE-1411: Web Technologies (20)
• ICE-1601: Database Systems

 

Year 2

 

Compulsory Modules

Semester 1

• ICE-2002: Industrial Projects (20)
• ICE-2101: Business & Enterprise Prog (20)
• ICE-2103: User Experience (UX) & HCI (20)
• ICE-2201: Data Structures & Algorithms (20)

Semester 2

• ICE-2002: Industrial Projects
• ICE-2101: Business & Enterprise Prog
• ICE-2401: Computer Systems & Networks (20)

Optional Modules
20 credits from:

• ICE-2501: Prototyping and Fabrication (20) (Semester 2)
• ICE-2601: Data Systems, Management & Eth (20) (Semester 2)
• ICE-2701: AI & Game Design (20) (Semester 2)

 

Year 3

 

Compulsory Modules

Semester 1

• ICE-3001: Individual Project (30) Core
• ICE-3002: Research Methods (10) Core

Semester 2

• ICE-3001: Individual Project
• ICE-3002: Research Methods
• ICE-3101: Software Engineering (20)

Optional Modules
40 credits from:

• ICE-3111: Computer Vision (20) (Semester 1)
• ICE-3212: Data Structures in Application (20) (Semester 1)
• ICE-3311: Embedded Systems (20) (Semester 1)
• ICE-3401: Computer & Network Security (20) (Semester 1)
• ICE-3701: Machine Learning (20) (Semester 1)
• ICE-3702: Advanced Game Development (20) (Semester 1)

20 credits from:

• ICE-3121: Creative Visualisation (20) (Semester 2)
• ICE-3501: Internet of Things (20) (Semester 2)
• ICE-3601: Advanced Data Management (20) (Semester 1 + 2)

To study for a degree, you’ll be asked for a minimum of UCAS Tariff points. For a fuller explanation of the UCAS Tariff Points, please see www.ucas.com.

 

We accept students with a wide range of qualifications and backgrounds and consider each application individually.

 

All students need to have good basic skills and the University also values IT and communication skills.

 

As part of the University’s policy, we consider applications from prospective disabled students on the same grounds as all other students.

 

We also consider applications from mature students who can demonstrate the motivation and commitment to study a university programme. Each year we enrol a significant number of mature students. For more information about studying as a mature student, see our Studying at Bangor section of the website.   

Home (UK) students

• The cost of a full-time undergraduate course is £9,000 per year (2021/22 entry and 2022/23 entry).
• The fee for all placement, international, and sandwich years is £1,350 (2021/22 and 2022/23).
• More information on fees and finance for Home (UK) students.
• International (including EU) students

 

International Student Tuition Fees

• International Student Living Costs and Scholarships

Additional Costs

• There are also some common additional costs that are likely to arise for students on all courses, for example:
• If you choose to study abroad or take the International Experience Year as part of your course.
• If you attend your Graduation Ceremony, there will be a cost for gown hire (£25-£75) and cost for additional guest tickets (c.£12 each).

This course will prepare you for a variety of careers in web application development software engineering, programming, communications and networking, computer applications, IT management, computer sales and marketing. The business and management component of this course will help you to become a project manager.

 

If you’ve always wanted to pursue a career in IT but never had the qualifications this foundation is the perfect way to realise your dreams!