Course Summary

Computer Science plays a key role in virtually every aspect of modern life, and this degree will give you the knowledge, experience and expertise for a wide range of careers in this exciting and rapidly developing field. On this five-year degree you will have the opportunity to learn about computer graphics, modelling computer systems, software engineering, writing mobile apps, data visualisation and some of the more advanced theoretical aspects of Computer Science.You will spend the fourth year on a paid industrial placement, putting your skills into practice and greatly enhancing your employability. Then, in your final year, you will undertake a large scientific project using problem-solving principles, drawing on the research strengths of the department in the areas of human-computer interaction, theoretical computer science and visual computing. You will be able to develop your programming skills (in C and Java), and tackle advanced tasks, both individually and in groups, helping you to gain and develop valuable transferable skills, including team working, communication, presentation and problem-solving. **Why Swansea?** - 5th for satisfaction with your course by the Guardian University Guide 2021. - UK TOP 12 for Graduate Prospects by the Complete University Guide 2022. - We are ranked Top 20 in the UK for Research Excellence [Research Excellence Framework 2014-2021]. - World-ranked [QS World University Rankings]. - We're 5th in the UK for Overall Satisfaction (NSS 2021) **Computer Science Facilities** You will be taught in our new £32.5m Computational Foundry, a world class centre with state-of-the-art facilities for teaching and research, as well as networking and meeting spaces, which bring students, academics and industry together. Our facilities include; • Vision and Biometric Lab • Maker Labs • FIT Lab [Future Interaction Technologies] • Theory Lab • Cyber Security Lab • User Experience Lab • Visualisation Suite **Professional Body Accreditation** This programme is accredited by the British Computer Society, and allows graduates to join immediately as professional members. **Did you know all of our courses are available with a Year in Industry or Year Abroad?** These placement years increase our students confidence and communication skills as well as help them to gain valuable experiences that will ultimately enhance their employability. To find out more go to www.swansea.ac.uk/science * We guarantee that you will be made a conditional offer for a course at Swansea University. Subject requirements will apply. Please come along to our next Open Day or get in touch for further information.*

Course Details - Modules

In Year 1 you will learn how to program (in Java), and will study concepts of computer science, modelling computer systems, and professional issues, such as computers and society, and software development. In Year 2 you will be introduced to human-computer interaction, and will study topics including declarative programming, software engineering, database systems, computer graphics, algorithms, and automata and formal language theory. In Year 3, as well as working on your research dissertation, you will be able to choose from a range of topics to study. These may include writing mobile apps, cryptography and IT security, data visualisation, big data and machine learning, and software testing. In Year 4 you will spend a year in industry, applying your skills in a Computer Science work environment locally, nationally or overseas, which will greatly enhance your employability. You will continue to be supported by the University, through regular contact with staff. In Year 5 you will undertake a large scientific project using problem-solving principles, drawing on the research strengths of the department and in the areas of human-computer interaction, theoretical computer science and visual computing.

Course Details – Assessment Method

Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: G847

Institution code: S93

Campus Name: Bay Campus

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

If not studying A-Level Maths or Physics, GCSE Grade B (6) Maths is required.

We recognise the EPQ as an excellent indicator of success. If you are predicted a Grade B or above in the EPQ, you will receive an offer with a one grade reduction, to include your EPQ with a grade B.

To include 5 in HL or 6 in SL Mathematics and 4 in HL or 5 in SL English.

From BTEC in Computing or Information Technology

Minimum of 390 points overall to include a minimum of 3 B1 passes in Higher/Honours paper (including Maths).

Requirements are for A Levels where you can substitute the same non-subject specific grade for the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Level Core Grade.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 73%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 60%

Go onto work and study: 95%

Fees and funding

England 9000.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9000.0 Year 1
Scotland 9000.0 Year 1
Wales 9000.0 Year 1
EU 17650.0 Year 1
International 17650.0 Year 1
Channel Islands 17650.0 Year 1
Republic of Ireland 17650.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.

Provider information

Singleton Park
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Swansea
SA2 8PP

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