Computer Science
Bangor University
UCAS Code: G400 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE: grade C/4 in Maths (if the Level 3 qualification does not include Maths or Science study).
UCAS Tariff
Offer are tariff based, 96 - 128 tariff points from Level 3 qualifications* e.g.: • A Levels (including 1 in a Science/Maths/ Computing/IT**, excluding General Studies) • BTEC National/Extended Diploma and Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma in relevant subject (as above): MMM - DDM • City & Guilds Advanced Technical / Extended Diploma: will be considered case by case • International Baccalaureate Diploma is accepted • Access to HE in a relevant subject as listed above** • Welsh Baccalaureate is accepted • Key Skills are not accepted. **Other subject areas may be considered on a case by case basis International Candidates: school leaving qualifications and college diplomas are accepted from countries worldwide (subject to minimum English Language requirements). More information here. We also welcome applications from mature applicants.
About this course
Course Summary
The Computer Science degree is designed to provide you with the skills to join a varying range of IT careers, industrial research and development, or further academic study. The individualised pathway (through the use of options) allows you to begin specialising in any theme within Computer Science. Our aim is simple – we want to help you become a computing professional with the ability to keep up to date with the rapid pace of developments in the field.
During this course you will learn the fundamentals of computer science and advanced programming skills, and benefit from teaching that relates to the research interest of the academic staff. Specialities available during the course include computer graphics, artificial intelligence and agents, and data communications. If these areas appeal to you then this is the Computer Science course for you.
This degree will not only equip you with practical skills, but also a deep understanding of the underpinning theory. Graduates from this course join industry in software development, database administration, network administration or similar positions. After graduation you should be able to obtain a good job in the computing industry in the UK or indeed with any of the international computing firms; or take up study for a higher degree such as a Masters Degree or PhD, both also offered at Bangor.
Course details
Modules
For more information please visit the course description on the Bangor University website.
(Year 1)
Professional Perspectives
Object-Oriented Programming
Imperative Programming Foundations
Mathematics for Computing
Web Technologies
Computer Architecture & Operating Systems
Database Systems
(Year 2)
Industrial Projects
Business & Enterprise Programming
User Experience (UX) and HCI
Data Structures & Algorithms
Computer Systems & Networks
(O) Prototyping and Fabrication
(O) Data Systems, Management and Ethics
(O) AI & Game Design
(Year 3)
*Individual Project
Research Methods
Software Engineering
(O) Computer Vision
(O) Using Data Structures in Applications
(O) Embedded Systems
(O) Computer & Network Security
(O) Machine Learning
(O) Advanced Game Development
(O) Creative Visualisation
(O) Internet of Things
(O) Advanced Data Management
Summer Placement (Elective)
*The individual project is one of the main components of the 3rd year. Here you will research, develop and write a dissertation on a specific subject. Project themes include: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Virtual Reality, Mixed Reality, Computer Vision, Visualisation, Game Development, Animation, Internet of Things, Embedded Systems, Cybersecurity and many more.
Assessment Method
You will be assessed using a combination of practical exercises, assignments, group work, class tests, essays and examinations. Our staff student ratio is excellent, and many modules have continuous assessment including supervised practical elements and tutorials. The assessment process also includes prompt and constructive written and face to face feedback.
Modules
For details of the modular structure, please see the course description on Bangor University's website.
The Uni
Bangor University
School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering
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