G500 BSc (Hons) Computer Information Systems
2011-12

BSC Accredited

Whereas the aim of the Computer Science degree is to introduce you to the underlying principles and theory of computing, the Computer Information Systems degree is more about the practice of computing. It is suitable if you wish to gain a deeper understanding of how to build large-scale information systems. Examples of information systems include databases, WWW sites and spreadsheets.

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

Plus one optional first semester module from:

One optional second semester module from the following two, provided pre-requisites are satisfied:

Plus two modules from the following list (or COMP104) provided pre-requisites are satisified.

Third Year Modules
Seven modules of Computer Science to include COMP390 (worth two modules).

Three optional first semester modules from:

Three second semester optional 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.

Alternative Entry Route
Applicants who do not meet the entrance requirements outlined above, may be interested in the programme G521 - BSc (Hons) Computer Information Systems (4 year route with Carmel College). At Carmel College, you will take foundation modules in Information Technology, Mathematics and either Geography, Chemistry, Biology or Physics. Students on this Foundation Programme will normally progress to G500. Transfer to other programmes within the Department may also be possible.

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.

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