BSc Computer Science with an Industrial Year - 2011

Educational Aims Of Programme

• A curiosity-driven programme offering a choice of options in the second year and an extensive choice of advanced and specialist options in the final year.
• Flexibility to change programmes after the first year, to the MEng in Computer Science / Software Engineering or the BSc Artificial Intelligence/Computer Science.
• The vocational aspect of an honours degree in Computer Science is considerably enhanced when students are able to augment their academic study by working in a commercial environment. The integration of an industrial placement of one year's duration in the programme aims to provide the opportunity for a student to: (1) understand how theoretical and academic work completed within the university environment relates to its practical application in the work place; (2) learn how computing professionals operate within a commercial organisation; (3) improve his or her skills of organisation, time management and record keeping over a significant period of work; (4) undertake technical project work in a commercial environment.

Programme Outcomes and Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategies

Knowledge and Understanding

• The role of computing professionals within a company and the interactions that normally take place with other disciplines.
• The application of technical knowledge in a commercial context at an appropriate level for the student's qualifications.
• The standard of professional presentation and reporting skills required in industry and commerce.

Skills & Other Attributes

• The ability to work as a computing professional in a commercial environment, demonstrating a professional and responsible attitude.

Transferable Skills

• The ability to work both independently and as an effective team member.