Computing BSc (Hons)
Bath Spa University
Key Information
Campus location
Bath, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
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Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
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Introduction
Computing BSc (Hons)
BSc (Hons) Computing at Bath Spa is hands-on and creative. You'll build computing products such as databases, software and websites, learning by making – right from the start of the course. You'll focus on context, design and technical implementation. You'll also learn to collaborate with others and to communicate your ideas, to round off your skillset.
A key driver of the course is industry insight and employability. We work closely with tech companies in the South West to keep the course current, while creating valuable opportunities for you to work on live briefs and showcase your talents in order to grab the attention of the tech sector.
Our in-house Innovation Lab emphasises the commercialisation of your ideas. Here, we support you to shape products for the marketplace and refine those all-important collaboration skills.
Computing at Bath Spa responds to a continuing need in industry for adaptable, capable individuals with a range of technical knowledge and well-developed problem solving- skills. Our aim is that when you graduate, you'll be up-to-date, innovative, and ready to contribute to the digital economy – whether in the UK or worldwide.
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Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Curriculum
Year one (Level 4) modules
- Mathematics forComputing
- CodeLab I
- Introduction to Computing
- The Computer Industry
- Web Development
- Experience Design
Year two (Level 5) modules
- Human-ComputerInteraction
- CodeLab II
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Databases
- Software Project Management
- Data Visualisation
- The Responsive Web
- Professional Placement Year
Year three (Level 6) modules
- Devised Project I
- Devised Project II
- Innovation Lab I
- Innovation Lab II
- Cyber Security
- Machine Learning
- Physical Computing
Program Outcome
Program Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
- Systems – Evaluate critically, adapt and deploy methods of modelling, design and construction as appropriate to deliver reliable computer systems
- Usability – Select and apply appropriate theory and processes as required to specify, critically assess and modify computing solutions to address the needs of a specific user group.
- Tools – Evaluate critically, select and deploy specialist computing tools and as required to address a complex, selfdevised problem in the field of computing.
- Collaboration – Identify, evaluate critically and deploy appropriate co-working strategies to respond effectively to complex briefs that require collaborative effort.
- Documentation – Evaluate critically, adapt and deploy appropriate forms of communication and language to meet defined objectives for a specific computing scenario
Program Tuition Fee
English Language Requirements
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