Computer Science

In this module you will delve deeper into the world of programming, expanding your expertise and confidence in various key areas. This module is designed to enhance your programming skills to the point where you can confidently utilise recursion, perform effective testing, and manipulate essential data structures like graphs and trees. Through engaging with these concepts, you will acquire valuable knowledge and practical skills that will empower you in the field of computer science.
 
By the end of this module, you will be able to create and anticipate the behaviour of programs that employ data structures such as graphs and trees. You will develop the ability to devise comprehensive test plans for programs, ensuring their effectiveness and reliability. Furthermore, you will be capable of creating and comprehending programs that leverage recursion, a powerful technique for solving complex problems.
 

Delve into the realm of Business Intelligence Programming and uncover the foundations of Business Analytics. Explore a wide range of methods, tools, and techniques that enable the development of applications for complex decision making. This module utilises a dynamic online learning approach to deliver engaging and comprehensive content. Throughout this module, you will gain a deep understanding of data, information, and knowledge within the organisational context. Develop the skills to create strategic decision-making plans by harnessing an organisation's valuable information assets. Design, implement, test, debug, and review applications that facilitate decision making based on diverse and fragmented information.
 
By the end of this module, you will possess the expertise to apply Business Intelligence Programming techniques and tools, enabling you to make informed decisions based on complex data sets.
 

Embark on an individually supervised project to delve into a chosen problem, conducting an extended study in your specialised area of study. This project will challenge you to solve a practical problem, showcasing your breadth and depth of knowledge. Throughout this module, you will showcase your project management skills by creating, designing, planning, and carrying out a project that addresses a practical problem within a social and economic context, while considering factors like risk. Applying your practical and analytical skills, you will investigate a substantial topic and employ the scientific method to report your findings using accepted formalisms. You will also demonstrate proficiency in utilising appropriate technologies and trustworthy information sources, such as the ACM Digital Library, to locate and critically evaluate both technical and non-specialist information relevant to your project.

Immerse yourself in the cutting-edge realms of Cloud Computing and the Internet of Things (IoT). You’ll gain a critical understanding of recent trends and developments, empowering you to design, construct, and evaluate innovative Cloud Computing solutions. Additionally, you’ll delve into the Internet of Things, unlocking insights into its latest advancements and programming frameworks. Furthermore, explore the management of distributed data, privacy, and security considerations.
 
On successful completion of this module, you will possess the expertise to critically analyse, design, and evaluate Cloud Computing and IoT solutions. You’ll also develop team working skills by collaborating effectively within groups, applying your knowledge and skills to practical scenarios.
 

This module provides students with a comprehensive understanding of advanced object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and practices. It focuses on developing the skills required to design and implement high-quality, robust, and scalable software systems using OOP concepts. With a focus on real-world applications, students will be equipped with the tools and techniques needed to excel in a wide range of software development roles.

By completing this module, students will have a strong understanding of advanced object-oriented programming concepts, including how to create high-quality, scalable, and maintainable code. 

This module offers a valuable opportunity to develop marketable and transferable skills in effectively communicating their knowledge of the subject within a challenging educational setting. Throughout the module, you will enhance their understanding of their own expertise in computer science by articulating core ideas and concepts to others. Emphasis will be placed on addressing individual needs and employing appropriate presentation methods for different target audiences.

This module will focus on developing communication, collaboration, organisation, reliability, self-management, initiative, creativity, and critical evaluation skills. You will demonstrate their ability to communicate effectively, work collaboratively, organise and manage your responsibilities, show initiative and creativity, identify educational needs, and engage in self-analysis and reflection.