Overview

Reference: BAS000388 - Course A4 Leaflet - Edge Hill University

Course overview

The computer chip in your phone has over 10,000 times the computational power of the one that took Neil Armstrong to the moon. With such advanced resources at our disposal, we have radically transformed our world for the better using a combination of software, innovative algorithms, and complex interconnected systems. You can be part of the next computing revolution with this computer science degree.
Develop essential skills for a career in computer science. Explore the bedrock of computation and mathematical theory and analysis. Discover which programming languages power global networks. Understand software development along with modern security issues and the importance of databases.
People are always looking for what’s next in computer science. Our £13m Tech Hub has the laboratories and workspaces to help you excel. You’ll apply computer science to intelligent systems, data science and complex systems, and get hands-on experience with industry-standard tools. Then take your skills and knowledge into a wide range of exciting industries and bring the future to life.

What you'll study

Year 1: Foundation Year

Year 2

Build the core foundations of your computer science knowledge in Year 1. Grasp the fundamentals of analysis. Learn what makes up the architecture of programming from systems to multimedia. Explore career possibilities helping you make the right choices for your modules in Year 2 and 3.

Year 3

Develop specialist skills and make yourself more employable in Year 2. Discover databases, security and artificial intelligence. Use statistical techniques and test- structures. We’ll also test your progress and teamwork in a business environment solving real-world issues or making real products. At the end of Year 2, you can choose a 12- month industry placement or year abroad before starting your final year.

Year 4

We’ll help you to become fully independent by the end of Year 3. You’ll show what you can do by creating a piece of software or hardware and explore the forefront of computer science. Develop confidence in your research and development abilities and statistical modelling. Then specialise in security, databases or intelligent systems.

How you'll study

We will ensure you gain relevant experience and use industry standard equipment. Computing involves considerable practical activity and many classes are based in computer workshops, focusing on student activity as a means of learning. We introduce theoretical concepts by building on concrete practical activity. To enhance your employability you will be given opportunities to work together and develop the essential people skills to complement your technical ability, as well undertake a work placement to enable you to relate theory to practice and build your transferable skills.

How you'll be assessed

You will be assessed through a combination of practical exercises, reports, essays and examinations. We want you to develop the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, therefore assessment includes both of these forms, though the emphasis is strongly on individual work.

Who will be teaching you

You will be taught by staff who are passionate about student learning and development. The programme team includes specialists in computing and active researchers in areas including data science, web information architecture, visualisation and intelligent systems. Academic staff are regular contributors to academic conferences and journals.

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