BSc Computer Science (with Specialist Pathways)

Institution

Cardiff Metropolitan University

Level

undergraduate

Subject

Computer Science (with Specialist Pathways)

Duration

3 years full time. 4 years full time if undertaking foundation year. 4 years full time if undertaking year-long industry placement. 5 years full time if undertaking foundation year and year-long industry placement.

UCAS code

G400

Typical offer

A-level CCC

Entry requirements

UCAS tariff: 104-112 A level: Minimum three A levels to include Grades CCC. No specific subjects required. Welsh Advanced Skills Baccalaureate considered as a third subject. BTEC/Cambridge Technical: DMM IB: 2 x H5. No specific subjects required.

About this course

BSc (Hons) in Computer Science. Core topics include Programming, Systems Design, Embedded Systems, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The degree is accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, and the IET on behalf of the Engineering Council. An optional year-long industry placement is available.

Modules

• Principles of Programming
• Architectures & Operating Systems
• Computational Thinking
• Computer Science & Applications
• Web Design & Databases
• Explore
• Physical Computing
• Object-Oriented System Design
• Networks & Security
• Collaborative Project
• Expand
• Concepts in Artificial Intelligence
• Embedded Systems
• Computational Intelligence
• Cyber Security and Cryptography
• Computer Science Development Project (BCS)
• Professional, Sustainable & Ethical Technology
• Advanced Programming
• Industrial Work Experience (Placement)
• Business Analytics & Intelligence
• Internet of Things