Compulsory modules

Third Year Double Project - ISP
In this module, you will undertake an individual project across two semesters. The module will enable you to integrate and apply theoretical knowledge and problem-solving skills to a relatively complex technical, software, programming, research or business problem within the discipline. You will be allocated an academic supervisor to provide guidance alongside taught lectures. You will develop transferrable skills that will help in your future career including independent and self-directed learning, critical thinking, reflective practice, communication, adaptability, and time management.   

Web Technologies
Our Web Technologies module provides the knowledge and skills necessary to enable you to develop multi-tier web applications. It aims to provide an understanding of Internet communication architectures (such as client-server) regarding standard protocols and to enable the development of web applications and the configuration of the servers on which they rely. This module is hands-on and supported by practicals about different web technologies. Transferrable skills include independent and self-directed learning, creativity and innovation, and reflective practice.

Communications and Networks
This module extends your knowledge of principles and practice in communications, computer network, and security technologies and their deployment. Learning about fundamental concepts is complemented by practical activities such as analysing network packets, developing network applications, designing computer networks and cryptography. The module provides valuable transferable skills in critical thinking and problem solving. The module content is applicable to those seeking careers in computing research, network security, network management and other digital communication and network areas.

Database Technologies and Applications
The core aim of this module is to provide an advanced understanding of database techniques and current issues associated with database deployment. It enables you to develop a detailed and coherent knowledge of distributed database architectures, including techniques for semantic interoperability (schema homogenisation, data integration, query optimisation, and distributed transactions control) between heterogeneous data models and legacy information systems. Data warehousing concepts, architecture, analytical processing techniques and data mining are also covered as one of the distributed database applications.

Advanced Web Technologies
Modern multi-tiered web applications are developed with a wide range of techniques, libraries, languages, and tools. This module will teach you the necessary skills to develop such applications that can be used in a variety of settings, from small-scale web apps, to larger multi-tiered web apps serving thousands of clients. You will gain the knowledge to develop robust, distributed, and secure systems, that can withstand the high demands of today’s highly interconnected world.

Optional modules

Software Development Management
Gain a comprehensive foundation in software development management and its process. This module will cover the skills needed to manage software products and their quality. It also explores modern development techniques such as API and microservices testing and Test-Driven development. You will be able to apply software testing and planning to real-world scenarios and systems. You will also gain familiarity with industry-relevant skills like using built-in API clients, and performance testing tools.

Programming for Virtual Worlds
You will learn the skills and techniques to create virtual worlds in 3D, using modern games engines such as Unity. As part of the assessment, you will design and implement a game level and program it with interactivity or artificial intelligence. You will gain an opportunity to showcase your creativity and innovation, and gain digital readiness and research skills.

Data Ethics and Security 
Writing efficient and correct code and learning practical skills are just some of the required skills of a Computer Science or Data Science professional. Alongside these skills, an appreciation of relevant ethics, regulations, governance frameworks and standards must be understood, both in a theoretical and practice sense. This module will help you to appreciate, debate, and apply these ideas, within the UK and globally.

Cyber Security 
You will learn the necessary cyber security competencies to protect vital information systems, and their data and services, from unauthorised access, harm or misuse. You will also learn how to keep up-to-date with new recommendations and practice in this volatile and constantly evolving area. You will also gain an appreciation of other important areas such as legal factors, management of systems, risk analysis, and social and human factors.