University of Huddersfield
UCAS Code: C184 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
Access to HE Diploma
or above, in a subject that is relevant to the course.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
You must have GCSE English Language or Literature at grade 4 or above and Maths at grade 5 or above, or grade C and B respectively if awarded under the previous GCSE grading scheme.
120-112 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
T Level
UCAS Tariff
from a combination of Level 3 qualifications.
About this course
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**What is computer science – and why study the subject at university?**
Instrumental to our day-to-day lives, computers are vital to a progressive society. The study of computation, computer science also focuses on automation, algorithms and programming. Our Computer Science BSc(Hons) course follows a core computing programme in the first year alone, allowing you to gain fundamental skills and knowledge to prepare you for more advanced topics.
**Why Study Computer Science BSc(Hons) at University of Huddersfield?**
Our Computer Science BSc(Hons) degree allows you to hone vital skills to better succeed in this fast-paced industry – and, like previous graduates, you could go on to secure a role within, for example, AI programming or DevOps.
This course will see you explore subjects including software engineering, object-orientated programming, and Artificial Intelligence (AI). You’ll identify problems and seek solutions, focusing on how to use computing applications, while tackling scientific experiments that could combat environmental problems.
During your first year, you have the flexibility to transfer to other courses sharing a common first year, including Computing BSc(Hons), Software Engineering BSc(Hons), and Computer Science MSci. In your second year and final year on this Computer Science degree course, you'll have the chance to take option modules, enabling you to tailor your studies to meet your specific interests.
Is computer science a useful degree? A science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) course can open doors in terms of career progression, thanks to your on-campus learning and placement opportunities and earning potential. Past students enhanced their career prospects by securing placements with IBM, Microsoft, Hewlett Packard, and British Airways.
**Professional Bodies**
Accredited by the British Computer Society, the Chartered Institute for IT, this course provides an indicator of quality to you and prospective employers.
At Huddersfield, you can study the Global Professional Award alongside your degree† so that you can gain valuable qualities and experiences that could help you to get the career you want, no matter what your field of study is.
†full-time, undergraduate first degrees with a minimum duration of three years. This does not include postgraduate, foundation, top-up, accelerated or apprenticeship degrees.
**Why Huddersfield?**
Huddersfield’s vibrant and friendly campus is a great place from which to study, while the town itself offers lots to see and do, with good transport links in and around the area.
Modules
Year 1 modules include:
• Introduction to Procedural Programming
• Computing Science and Mathematics
• Computer Organisation and Architecture
• Computer Network Fundamentals
• Project 1
• Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming.
To see the full range of modules and descriptions, please visit our website. A link to this course can be found at the bottom of the page in the ‘Course contact details’ section.
Assessment methods
You’ll be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars, workshops, and practical sessions. Course emphasis is on the development of sound practical skills, alongside an understanding of theory.
Assessment includes, primarily coursework, quizzes, in-class tests, presentations, and demonstrations. There are opportunities for group working, in addition to individual assessments.
Your module specification documents provide full details of the assessment criteria.
Tuition fees
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Extra funding
Please see our website for more information - http://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-finance/undergraduate-scholarships/
The Uni
University of Huddersfield
Department of Computer Science (CEI)
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