G402 - BSc (Hons) Computing with a Year in Industry

BCS Accredited

The use and exploitation of advanced software technology continues to be an important issue throughout most areas of society. Within this the development, updating and widespread application of complex software is the most time-consuming, difficult and expensive aspect. It is widely acknowledged that developing efficient, robust and correct software is inherently complex, and thus there is a requirement for professional software developers. In addition, however, to a need for appropriately skilled graduates it is increasingly recognised that knowledge, experience and awareness of the practical business and industrial environments with which such skills will be employed is essential. This degree programme seeks to address not only the requirement to provide the required technical skill base but also to equip graduates with some appreciation of how such skills will be used in practical commercial settings.

For the full documentation see the programme specification.

Accredited by the BCS as fully meeting the education requirement for CITP registration and partially meeting the educational requirement for CEng.

First Year Modules

Second Year Modules
Eight modules of Computer Science to include:

Plus 2 optional modules. Either:

or

and options totalling 15 credits from the following five modules:

Third Year (Industry Placement)
Students spend year three of this programme on a placement in an Industrial/Commercial environment relevant to the Software/IT emphasis of the programme. Students will be assisted in finding a suitable place by CLL, but no placement can be guaranteed, and any placement will be subject to the approval of the Director of Studies.
This Computer Science Department web page has information about careers information and events that may be of interest to those taking the G402 programme. Details of the Assessments and Deadlines for 2009-2010 students are also available.

Fourth Year Modules

and two optional first semester modules from

Two optional second semester modules from

Entrance Requirements (summarised here)
The typical offer for entrance to this degree programme is three subjects at GCE A level with grades AAB or better. We give a one grade bonus (ABB) when one or more mathematical subjects (Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Pure Mathematics, Computing/Computer Science, and Physics) are included in these three subjects. All students are also expected to have GCSE English Language at grade C or better and GCSE Mathematics at grade C or better. General Studies is taken into consideration. Key Skills qualifications and other evidence of aptitude are taken into account but are not usually included in the offer.

Applications are also welcomed from applicants with the following qualifications:

  • Scottish Advanced Highers
  • Irish Leaving Certificate
  • BTEC National Diploma/Certificate
  • 14-19 Advanced Diplomas
  • Welsh Baccalaureate Diploma
  • Access

We accept a wide range of international qualifications and offers are made on an individual basis. We also welcome applications from mature applicants.

Changing Programmes
At registration you can change your programme to another one for which you satisfy the entry requirements. In addition, it will usually be possible to change to a different programme even as late as the end of the second year.

Disclaimer
Our degree programmes are subject to regular revision. Consequently, the collection of modules which are required or optional for a degree programme as well as the contents of modules are subject to change.

FAQ
How is a Placement Chosen?
Companies send projects to the Centre for Lifelong learning, and the Department of Computer Science chooses those that are suitable for the programme. From these projects, students select a number that they find interesting and apply for them.

Note that companies generally make projects available to many universities, so students from all over the nation may be competing for placements. Useful skills, such as preparing a CV and interview technique, will be taught to help students be as successful as they possibly can.

Where will the Placement be?
Projects are offered from all over the UK; some are offered by overseas companies, so it is also possible to spend the placement year abroad.

Will the Placement be Salaried?
Yes. The amount of the salary varies from project to project.

How is the Student Supervised?
The student will be supervised by a mentor from the place of work and an academic supervisor from the Department of Computer Science. The academic supervisor will visit the student on two occasions during the year, and be available throughout the year for help and advice.

How is the Placement Year Assessed?
The success of the placement year will be assessed throughout the year through two reports and an oral presentation, as well as an evaluation of performance over the whole year.

What Happens if the Student Fails?
There will be no resit opportunity for the placement year. If a student fails the year, they may have the option of moving to another programme such as G500 (Computer Information Systems) or G501 (Internet Computing).

Are Fees Payable during the Placement Year?
Reduced fees will be payable for the placement year. The current rate can be seen at:
http://www.liv.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/finance/fees.htm

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