Computer Science with Cyber Security with Foundation Year BSc(Hons)

Program Overview

This Bachelor's program in Computer Science offers a comprehensive curriculum that balances theoretical foundations with practical skills. Students develop essential knowledge in software design, cyber security, and artificial intelligence. The program emphasizes project work, practical sessions, and industry collaborations, ensuring graduates are highly employable in various tech fields.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Foundation Year:
• Communication and Research
• Foundation Mathematics
• Foundations of Computer Science
• Computational Thinking
• Year 2:
• Core modules:
• Software Design and Development
• Computing Science and Mathematics
• Computer Network Fundamentals
• Project 1
• Computer Organisation and Architecture
• Year 3:
• Core modules:
• Team Project
• Cyber Security
• Introduction to Digital Forensics
• Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
• Algorithms and Data Structures
• Option Modules:
• Computational Mathematics 1
• Operating Systems
• Year 4 (optional placement year)
• Final year:
• Core modules:
• Distributed and Client Server Systems
• Computational Mathematics 2
• Individual Project
• Advanced Cyber Security
• Data-driven Artificial Intelligence

Assessment:

• Coursework
• Quizzes
• In-class tests
• Presentations
• Demonstrations
• Group working
• Individual assessments

Teaching:

• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Seminars
• Workshops
• Practical sessions
• 20% of study time spent with tutors (face-to-face or online)
• Emphasis on practical skills and theoretical understanding
• Written feedback provided on coursework submissions within three term time weeks

Careers:

• Software engineer
• Server and storage analyst
• Senior developer
• Research software development engineer
• Systems security engineer
• IT Analyst
• Business analyst
• Roles in organizations including BBC, West Yorkshire Police, Hermes, Microsoft, LLoyds, BT, and Amazon UK
• Skills transferable to other industries

Other:

• Students study the Global Professional Award (GPA) alongside their degree
• GPA provides valuable qualities and experiences that can help students get the career they want
• University won 'Best University Employability Strategy' award at the National Graduate Recruitment Awards 2021
• Students have access to a Placement Unit that supports them in finding suitable placement opportunities
• Students can also consider starting their own small business by applying for the Enterprise Placement Year in conjunction with the University's Enterprise Team
• University has many options available for postgraduate study (including postgraduate teacher training) and research