Computer Graphics

BSc (Hons) Computer Graphics
Mode: full-time

Computer graphics is relevant to both industry and academia and is growing in importance. The application area is wide ranging and embraces modelling, simulation, visualisation, user interaction, presentation graphics, computer games, virtual reality and computer generated imagery for film and TV.

The course will stimulate and grow your interest in computer graphics and develop a wider enthusiasm for computer science. You will be given opportunites to combine 2D and 3D technology to create applications such as games or virtual reality.

Why choose this course?

• State-of-the-art industry sponsored laboratory
• Learn from experts in our Centre for Computer Graphics and Visualisation
• Develop a strong portfolio in this practically oriented course that builds on theoretical underpinning

Career Opportunities

Medium to long term predictions for employability within the IT industry and associated fields look good. In addition to general IT graduate trainee positions this course offers specialist employment opportunities.

Assessment

All modules have a significant element of coursework. In addition, the majority of modules have an examination as the final assessment element, which takes the form of either a written or a computer based examination.

Dissertation/project and research

In your final year you are expected to take an idea generated by a member of academic staff and demonstrate your ability to develop it further using the skills and knowledge obtained during the degree programme.

This emphasis on 'working to specification', whilst allowing your creativity to develop the project further makes the project a realistic preparation for later project work.

The course structure is designed to promote flexibility and allow for change in award during year one. There is a significant element of practical work, which is essential for a deep understanding of the subject and is a requirement for future employment.

Areas of study include:

• 2D Computer Graphics
• 3D Computer Graphics
• Systems Modelling
• Data Communications
• Introduction To Object Oriented Programming
• Problem Solving And Logical Reasoning
• IT Systems Building
• Computer Games Technology
• Multimedia
• Comparative Languages
• Networking
• IT Project Management