Modules

Our industry-led approach means our leading partner organisations are integral to the UA92 experience; co-developing course curriculums and providing unique experiences for our students. The accelerated programme will consist of 12 modules studied across the 2 years. You will study 6 modules each year, studying modules at level 4 and 5 in year one, and levels 5 and 6 in year two. The specific level 5 modules will change according to your year of entry.

Level 4 modules

Front End Development
You’ll get to grips with HTML, CSS and JavaScript, learning how to design and build a website based using a real-world scenario.

Back-End Development
You’ll take an in-depth look at web servers, that form the backbone of the Internet. You’ll gain an understanding of Linux system management, PHP programming language, Structured Query Language (SQL) and database development theory; whilst building a database-based webserver app hosted on a Linux based server.

Software Design
You’ll take a look at how software systems are developed from inception to delivery and testing. You’ll learn about both traditional software development lifecycle and agile methodologies as well as complete a group design assignment to simulate a workplace team working environment.

Computational Problem-Solving
You’ll develop the skills to devise efficient algorithms and undertake practical exercises implementing algorithms in the Python programming language. You’ll also learn how to interpret, and more importantly, present data.

Level 5 modules

Cloud Computing
You’ll study the Cloud; a defining technology of this decade. You’ll have the opportunity to get hands-on and develop a Cloud based solution and understand the methodology required to devise a strategy for such solutions.

Cyber Security and Risk
You’ll learn how to identify and mitigate risks and how to build systems that are resilient and robust to threats, using cyber security principles. You’ll focus on the management SQL injection attack and how to mitigate Denial of Service attacks.

Information Systems
You’ll study advanced SQL programming, gaining an in-depth knowledge about database technologies used to implement information systems. You’ll also look at the formal processes for documenting system requirements that are used to generate the code.

Solution Architecture 
You’ll get to grips with how TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework) is employed by organisations, and alternatives such as Zachman. You’ll develop your architectural knowledge, an essential skill when joining a large corporate employer.

Level 6 modules

Project
You’ll undertake a large-scale project based on an actual computing workplace brief. You’ll draw on your knowledge and skills to deliver a comprehensive, quality solution to a real-world computing problem.

Global Intelligent Systems
You’ll gain an understanding of Artificial Intelligence (AI) concepts; you’ll cover machine learning, neural networks, with guided practical assessment using Python based API’s.

Human Elements of System Design
You’ll get a solid grounding in user interface principles; discover why developing a system that practices good user design principles is essential for any computing system, public-facing website, or internal corporate system.

Contemporary Issues in Computer Science
You’ll take a look at some of the most contemporary issues within Computer Science, such as remote working, automation and automated transport; understanding how ethical and legal issues can impact on the process of information systems development.

Assessment methods

No traditional end-of-year exams*
You are assessed within each subject module – so you learn it, then you prove it.

Assessment methods include individual and group work which is undertaken in a range of formats related to your subject. This may include writing an essay or producing a report, presenting findings or creating audio/visual projects. Practical assessment is favoured where possible, for example, Media and Communication students producing a Podcast, or Sports Coaching students running a coaching session. You’ll have the opportunity to learn, develop and demonstrate a wide range of practical and applied skills and competencies.

Tuition fees

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