Computer Science

Why choose this course?
Computer Science is an exciting and dynamic field at the cutting edge of technology, and this creative degree has the vision to provide professionals who can deliver. You will develop programming, data management, hardware and software skills to understand and develop solutions for today’s computer-dominated world.

This computer science degree programme will equip graduates with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to analyse, design, develop, test and maintain systems for the future. It also provides an opportunity to participate in the CISCO Academy Programmes in preparation for acquiring CISCO certified accreditation.

You will:

• Be studying a degree which has become part of everyday life.

• Benefit from industrial links the support the degree delivery in the form of guest speakers and placement opportunities.

• Explore the skills mentioned above as well as skills in programming, data management, hardware and software.

Key Course Features:

• The department has been successful in achieving funding for developing a range of intelligent kitchen appliances for use by elderly or disabled people and continues to develop research projects.

• This degree provides an opportunity to participate in the CISCO Academy Programmes and qualify for CISCO accreditation.

• Integrated into this degree is the opportunity to gain first-hand involvement with the workplace, by completing the Industrial Placement at level 5.

• Students undertake an individual project in the final year of their course. Normally each year, there are a number of ‘live’ projects available that involve working with businesses.

What you will study

YEAR 1 (LEVEL 4)
Level 4 contains essential fundamental material which is relevant in all of our computing degrees. You will learn both subject-specific skills along with transferable skills which will increase your employability prospects.

With the support of your tutors, you will learn about some of the essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to computing and computer applications. You will be able to demonstrate skills that underpin good practice in the field of computers and computational methods, e.g. laboratory tasks involving the creation of simple programs and the use of operating systems.

This will help develop your understanding of hardware issues, including interfacing and data communications, and their impact on the overall design and performance of computer-based systems.

MODULES
Fundamentals of Machine Learning
Information Security and Governance
Software Development Methodologies
Applied Computational Methods
Programming Fundamentals
Computer Systems and Architecture

YEAR 2 (LEVEL 5)
Level 5 continues teaching you the fundamentals of the discipline, and more specialist modules start to be introduced. You will also undertake a group project where you will gain important skills in project management techniques and the professional and ethical issues of project management.

You will also deepen your knowledge and understanding of computing concepts and approaches for complex problems through the application of several existing artificial intelligence techniques for learning and optimisation targeting real-world problems.

MODULES
Data Structures and Algorithms
Secure Software Development
Cloud, Distributed Architecture
Machine Learning
Systems Engineering and Project Management
Group Project

YEAR 3 (LEVEL 6)
Once you reach your final year, you will further develop your skills through taught modules and research, with a focus on the latest developments in your chosen discipline.

You will also undertake an individual final year project, which will help prepare you for the kind of tasks and situations you may encounter in the workplace. The final year practical and project work will further develop your analytical skills through the analysis and appraisal of current and emerging technologies, taking into account their impact on society.

MODULES
Deep Learning Implementation
Cryptography and Defensive Systems
Data Analysis and Visualisation
Emergent Technologies
Project

The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review, so may be subject to change.

Teaching & Assessment
Teaching

The computing degree suite utilises a variety of industry-standard tools and software in combination with several teaching methods designed to deliver industry-relevant skills and empower students to take their work further where applicable. All Staff members have embraced the active learning framework (ALF) and there have been several enhancements to teaching and learning.

Assessment

The degree team take a balanced approach to assessment strategy with respect to group work and individual development opportunities. Extensive use of the JIRA project management cloud platform is used to track student progress towards goals and milestones. This has proven to be a beneficial tool with respect to personal development and critical time management skills.

Where applicable, assessments are linked to real-world projects or based on current industry trends and issues. In addition, project modules serve as a platform for enterprise activities.

Personalised Support

The Computing department at Wrexham University employs a long-standing open-door policy, and activate engage with students, alumni and industry using our online Discord community. Additional tools such as Teams and Moodle provide core information and methods of contact. All students are also allocated a personal tutor who are encouraged to meet on a regular basis and extra personalised support is provided for all part time students on VLE