Computing

BSc (Hons) Computing

Mode: full-time

What Makes This Course So Special?
This course offers students a solid grounding in the concepts required for an IT career including software development. Our students are exposed to a friendly and caring environment in which to study and are encouraged to seek active employment at all stages of their course. Options are available at each level of the course to enable students to tailor their course to their interests, and all students have the opportunity to study part of their course overseas.

Course Intro
Computing is an integral part of the world in which we live - affecting everything from the cars we drive, music we listen to and films we watch to the way businesses and companies work. Therefore, to understand computing in its varying dimensions is part of the necessary skill set for the 21st century. Computing develops strengths in complex problem-solving, bringing skills such as imagination and sensitivity to a variety of concerns. It is a discipline that offers rewarding and challenging possibilities for a wide range of people and careers.

What you study
This course covers key computing elements including software development and the analysis, design, development and implementation of a range of computerised systems. In addition to database and web development the course also covers aspects of networking, computer hardware and artificial intelligence providing students with a wide range of skills.

If you’ve completed a HND or Foundation Degree in a related field you may be eligible for direct entry into year 3.
Students have the opportunity to study extra certification such as CISCO and all students are encouraged to join the British Computer Society (BCS).

Year 1/ Part 1

• Professional Skills
• Software Development
• Computer Systems
• Database Development
• Network Fundamentals
• Webpage Authoring

Year 2 / Part 2

• Data Structures
• Software Development
• Legislative and Ethical Issues
• Operating Systems
• Network Technology
• Option from Systems Analysis and Design or Computer Graphics

In the second year of the programme students have the opportunity to study abroad. Placements may be arranged in Europe or a range of countries across the world including China, India or Malaysia.

Year 3 / Part 3

• Software Engineering
• Artificial Intelligence
• Advanced Databases
• Project (2 semesters)
• Option from Client Server Computing or Machine Learning

Where Next?
As the everyday uses for computing evolve, so does the demand from employers to hire graduates with the relevant skills and knowledge needed to embrace computing in the workplace.Demand for graduates in this area is currently greater than supply and therefore salaries can be attractive. Employment opportunities include software and systems developers, network administrators, database designers, web developers, and various managerial posts in computing related fields. Many also go on to postgraduate courses here at Newport.

Your career prospects may also be enhanced by taking advantage of our links with professional bodies. Typically these may include BCS membership, CISCO networking accreditation and ECDL certification. Opportunities also exist for work experience with UK and European employers.

Interview Required
There is no formal interview and offers will be made based upon your UCAS application. If you are offered a place, you will be invited to attend a course specific event which will allow you to visit the campus and meet key staff.

Assessment
You are exposed to a range of teaching methods and will be required to undertake group and presentation work. Year 1 is focused on practical work with hands on assessment - exams have been reduced. Final year students undertake a project which brings together all aspects of the course and you are encouraged to undertake a work based activity at this stage. Throughout this course there is a combination of assessment methods - written projects, practical work and examinations.