Computer Science with Sandwich Placement BSc
University of Cumbria
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The BSc (Hons) Computer Science (With sandwich placement) degree is a fresh and modern course that blends the technical focus of computer science with social and environmental awareness. Your study will encompass a wide range of topics in data science, artificial intelligence and cyber security, with an emphasis on innovating creative solutions using an architectured approach.**Course overview**This course aims to increase your subject knowledge alongside your academic development through ...Read more

The BSc (Hons) Computer Science (With sandwich placement) degree is a fresh and modern course that blends the technical focus of computer science with social and environmental awareness. Your study will encompass a wide range of topics in data science, artificial intelligence and cyber security, with an emphasis on innovating creative solutions using an architectured approach.


Course overview

This course aims to increase your subject knowledge alongside your academic development through active learning. Your tutors will mentor you in applying your new skills in problem- and project-based modules. The new concepts and methods you will learn at each level of study will be linked by an ‘architectured’ approach, which is the creative integration of theories, tools, technologies, and methods, to produce solutions in computer science.In your final year, you will study specialised subjects including artificial intelligence, data science and cyber security. You will work on real-world projects, and your solutions will have immediate commercial value.This course also includes the opportunity for you to take a sandwich year between your second and third year of study. This is a year-long period of paid industrial training in the UK where you will hone your expertise, try out a potential career path, get relevant workplace experience that is valued by many.On this course you will...*- Study in a brand-new, purpose-built facility with emerging technology to support your learning.- Develop the technical knowledge and commercial and social awareness to be ready for an exciting career in computer science.- Benefit from access to some of the world's major employers, who are right on the doorstep.- Develop your professional skills alongside your academic study, with employability skills embedded in every module.- Explore the broader responsibilities of computer scientists to society and the environment.- Study a curriculum that was designed in collaboration with BAE Systems to ensure your degree is modern, relevant and future-proof.


What you will learn

Computer science is a fast-paced and highly technical profession that demands a broad range of skills and knowledge. At each level of study, you will explore computers, computer systems, software and programming, as well as selected topics in business, management and leadership. Throughout the course, you will have the opportunity to contextualise your learning through project modules and enquiry-based learning.


Year one

- Fundamentals of Computer Science- Computing Platforms- Problem Solving and Computational Thinking- Business Requirements- Designing Computing Solutions- Technical Project 1


Year two

- Networks- Data Collection, Storage and Analysis- Enterprise Systems- Managing Business Operations and Technology Strategy- Programming and Developing Software Solutions- Technical Project 2- (Optional) Sandwich Placement


Year three

- Sandwich placement year


Year four

- Professional Project- Data Science- Cyber Security- Artificial Intelligence- Emerging Technologies and Innovation

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BBC - BBB Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

BBBB - AABB Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

112 - 120 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:21,M:24,P:0 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DMM Grades / Points required

T Level:

M Grades / Points required

with grade C in Maths, Physics, D&T, Computer Science, Electronics, IT, Software Systems Development or Statistics

To include B or above in Maths/Statistics, Computing Science, Design & Technology or Engineering Science

to include 32pts in Maths or STEM (Physics/Chemistry/Further Maths/D&T/Computer Science/Electronics/IT/Software systems development/Statistics

60 credits, 45 graded - Computer Science, Maths or Digital Technologies based

Engineering based with M in a maths module

Any in Digital or Engineering & Manufacturing (or STEM)

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£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from EU

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£13,575 per year

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£13575 Per year

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University of Cumbria
Buccleuch Dock Road Barrow-in-Furness Cumbria LA14 2SW United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Barrow-in-Furness  0.4 miles away

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