Computer Science BSc Hons

You will be provided with a wide range of learning opportunities in a challenging, stimulating and dynamic quality learning environment. You will learn new technical skills, such as creating web, desktop and embedded systems.

 

Your assessments are designed to help you develop the knowledge, understanding and skills required of a computer science graduate. You will be assessed through a variety of different methods including exams, reports, presentations, individual, group and project work.

Modules

Module information is indicative and is reviewed annually therefore may be subject to change. Applicants will be informed if there are any changes.

 

Year one

 

• KC4000 -Relational Databases (Core,20 Credits)
• KF4009 -Web Technologies (Core,20 Credits)
• KF4010 -Computing Fundamentals (Core,20 Credits)
• KF4011 -Systems Analysis (Core,20 Credits)
• KV4000 -Programming 1 (Core,20 Credits)
• KV4001 -Programming 2 (Core,20 Credits)
• KV5001 -Academic Language Skills for Computer and Information Sciences (Core – for International and EU students only,0 Credits)

Year two

 

• KF5002 -Web Programming (Core,20 Credits)
• KF5008 -Program Design and Development (Core,20 Credits)
• KF5012 -Software Engineering Practice (Core,20 Credits)
• KF5042 -Intelligent Systems (Core,20 Credits)
• KV5001 -Academic Language Skills for Computer and Information Sciences (Core – for International and EU students only,0 Credits)
• KV5002 -Computer Networks, Security and Operating Systems (Core,20 Credits)
• KV5003 -Human Computer Interaction (Core,20 Credits)

Year three

 

• KA5029 -International Academic Exchange 1 (Optional,60 Credits)
• KV5001 -Academic Language Skills for Computer and Information Sciences (Core – for International and EU students only,0 Credits)
• KV5007 -Work placement year (Optional,120 Credits)
• KV5008 -Study abroad year (Optional,120 Credits)
• KV5030 -Work placement semester (Optional,60 Credits)

Year four

 

• KC6004 -Data Security and Governance (Optional,20 Credits)
• KC6005 -Smart Technologies and Agile UX design (Optional,20 Credits)
• KC6012 -Graduate Enterprise (Optional,20 Credits)
• KF6007 -Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (Optional,20 Credits)
• KF6009 -Model Based Design and Verification (Optional,20 Credits)
• KF6012 -Web Application Integration (Optional,20 Credits)
• KF6013 -Cloud Computing and Web API Programming (Optional,20 Credits)
• KF6015 -Games Design (Optional,20 Credits)
• KF6017 -Software Architecture for Games (Optional,20 Credits)
• KF6018 -Computer Graphics and Animation (Optional,20 Credits)
• KF6052 -Machine Learning and Computer Vision (Optional,20 Credits)
• KV5001 -Academic Language Skills for Computer and Information Sciences (Core – for International and EU students only,0 Credits)
• KV6002 -Team Project and Professionalism (Core,20 Credits)
• KV6003 -Individual Computing Project (Core,40 Credits)
• KV6006 -Internet of Things (Optional,20 Credits)

Entry Requirements 2022/23

Standard Entry

120 UCAS Tariff points

 

From a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A-level, T Level, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate.

 

Subject Requirements:

 

There are no specific subject requirements for this course.

 

GCSE Requirements:

 

Applicants will need Maths and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or an equivalent.

 

Additional Requirements:

 

There are no additional requirements for this course.

 

International Qualifications:

 

We welcome applicants with a range of qualifications which may not match those shown above.

 

English Language Requirements:

 

International applicants should have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or an approved equivalent*).

Fees and Funding 2022/23 Entry

UK Fee in Year 1: £9,250

* The maximum tuition fee that we are permitted to charge for UK students is set by government. Tuition fees may increase in each subsequent academic year of your course, these are subject to government regulations and in line with inflation.

EU Fee in Year 1: £16,500

 

International Fee in Year 1: £16,500

Here at Northumbria, we know how valuable work experience can be in terms of giving you a head start in your career so we enable you to gain real-world experience on a yearlong professional placement in your third year on this course.

 

Previous computer science students have had the opportunity to go on a placement in blue chip companies such as Hewlett Packard and GlaxoSmithKline and at CERN in Geneva. CERN has doubled the number of students it will take on placement, reflecting the respect and value placed on this degree by prestigious industry professionals.

 

You will also have the opportunity to study abroad in your third year at a partner institution, enabling you to gain global perspective on your subject and boost your future career prospects.

 

This course covers a broad range of computing specialisms and will open the door to a vast range of careers within this industry.

 

We place a real emphasis on developing the transferable skills that will open doors to a range of careers in computer science. These include communication, analytical and problem solving skills, technical skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

 

As a computer science graduate job, you could enter a career in areas such as software engineering, systems analysis and design, consultancy, computer networks, database development and management, software testing, artificial intelligence, embedded systems, web development and IT management.