Computing

Nottingham Trent University

United Kingdom, Nottingham

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Nottingham Trent University

United Kingdom , Nottingham

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

350E

Campuses

Clifton Campus

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2023

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 16,500 / year

Next Intake September-2023

Computing

About

We'll give you the best of both worlds by bringing together internet-based development with computing skills vital to supporting businesses.

You'll have the perfect combination of theory and practice as you explore Internet technologies, database systems and application developmentâ€“ all backed up with lots of practical experiences.

Develop your practical skills by taking part in multimedia and virtual reality projects. Our graduates are knowledgeable about the development of software and able to design and manage complex information systems.

This course is accredited by the BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT to Chartered IT Professional (CITP) status. You will have the opportunity to do a year long paid work placement. Recent examples have included Hewlett Packard and Siemens

What our students say

I was really sceptical about enrolling as I didn't know if university was really for me. NTU turned out to be one of the best choices I'd ever made.

Dan Moss
BSc (Hons) Computing

This course is highly practical and provides a strong grounding in computing fundamentals. It gives you a comprehensive understanding of database systems, e-commerce, business information systems and Internet technologies. Practical skills developed will include involvement in multimedia and virtual reality projects.

You'll cover the following networking and communications technology, business and information systems and interactive / multimedia development.

Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals course

If you take the Artificial Intelligence module in your final year you will participate in the Microsoft Certified Azure AI Fundamentals program as part of your studies. The program is designed as a blended learning experience, combining instructor-led training with online materials accessed on the Microsoft Learn platform.

Microsoft will sponsor your cloud subscription, course materials and certification test fees for no cost to you. You will also get the Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals certificate when you graduate â€“ a valuable addition to your CV.

Find out more about Azure AI Fundamentals course.

About the Computer Science Team

We have a rich mix of knowledge ranging from software development for different types of systems through to hardware aspects such as networking. This involves many uses of computing and considers all aspects including security and management. Our knowledge is built up and maintained through our:

wealth of industrial experience
industrial links
research activity.

These are the ingredients for ensuring the relevance and vitality of your course.

Much of our research is internationally recognised, particularly in the areas of Games for Learning and in Security. For example; Professor David Brown leads several projects, funded by the European Union, in games and assistive technology and Professor Paul Evans' innovative developments in security are supported by USA Dept of Homeland Security.

We engage fully in our subject area and this engagement feeds directly and indirectly into our teaching. Other examples of our activity are:

developing patents (for example, in voice signal processing
organising conferences on Interactive Technology and Games and on Intelligent Environments
working with local companies on funded projects e.g. enhancing the capability of the press association to search their image database
publishing novel findings in research publications on for example financial prediction, mobile communications, and detection of human behaviour patterns.

Learn a new language

Alongside your study, you also have the opportunity to learn a new language. The University Language Programme (ULP) is available to all students and gives you the option of learning a totally new language or improving the skills you already have. Find out more about the ULP.

Year One
Year Two
Optional placement year
Final year

Foundation of Computer Technology and Programming

This module has several strands, including programming and technical aspects that introduce you to the fundamentals of writing computer programs, as well as numeracy and website development.

Essential Skills

Develop the skills required to succeed in your computing degree. You'll learn how to confidently deal with numerical aspects of your course and practice your web publishing skills by creating and formatting basic web documentation.

Web-based Programming

Understand programming for web-based applications, problem analysis and the procedures for program design, as well as using scripting languages.

Internet Technology

Study the principles of interface design, including issues associated with phone and tablet development, accessibility, web standards and how content can be separated from layout.

System Analysis and Design (SAD)

Introducing you to the fundamental principles of SAD, this module will give you a working knowledge of the key systems, development methodologies, techniques and tools.

Professional Development for Industry

This module will enable you to learn about the professional bodies and standards relating to the computing profession and enhance your employability potential by increasing your awareness of the technological, social and economic factors driving the IT industry.

Information Systems Development

Study a variety of techniques and practices associated with the effective development of user-based information systems. You'll learn how to develop, test, review and apply user-based information systems.

Information and Database Engineering

Understand the nature and application of database management systems and acquire skills for database administration and management.

Internet Application Development

Design and produce a static or dynamic website suitable for both desktop and mobile platforms and which may contain complex scripted components.

Interaction Design

Gain a practical understanding of human-computer interface technologies and the principles behind designing an effective and accessible interface for interactive systems.

Practical Project Management and Professional Development

Continued professional development and lifelong learning is important to your future career. Through this module, you'll improve your time and project management skills, presentations and report writing.

Digital 3D

Design and develop 3D environments and characters for computer game systems.

Optional year-long work placement. If you are not taking a placement you will progress directly to your final year in year three.

Project

Investigate problems in computing, implement solutions, critically evaluate and reflect on your work, and develop your abilities to communicate, self-organise and manage.

Information Systems Management

Develop an understanding of how to manage the build and deployment of enterprise and Internet information systems within small to medium organisations.

Mobile Platform Development

Gain an awareness of the requirements, capabilities and constraints of a variety of mobile platform technologies and consider how they can be used to build systems which are outside the traditional desktop paradigm.

Data Visualisation and UX

Understand the importance of the user experience when designing data visualisation interfaces for the web, and the appropriate tools to display information efficiently.

Choose one of the following modules:

Communicating Science and Technology

An opportunity for you to gain valuable transferable skills working as a â€کstudent-tutor' with teachers in local schools or to work on a community-based project.

Information Security

Apply skills learnt in this module to conduct appropriate risk analysis and generate information assurance plans for a given context.

Serious Games

Examine the use of computers for teaching, focusing particularly on virtual reality and multimedia systems in the development and application of games for learning.

Virtual Reality

You will develop your knowledge of the technology underpinning Virtual Reality and be presented with past and current research into fields such as VR training and simulation, architectural visualisation, disability access and 3D recording of ancient monuments and artefacts.

Cyber Security

Learn to manage the security of computer based information and systems within organisations and develop the ability to make informed choices based on business drivers.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Your qualification	You could study
Secondary School Certificate (Tawjihi) Grade 75%+	International Year One courses at NTIC
Two year Post Tawjihi from Higher Technical Institutes or Commercial Institutes	Students who have studied for two years after the Tawjihi can be considered for Year One undergraduate courses
OND / HND and Associate Degrees	Advanced entry (Year Two or Three) undergraduate courses

Your qualification

You could study

Secondary School Certificate (Tawjihi)

Grade 75%+

International Year One courses at NTIC

Two year Post Tawjihi from Higher Technical Institutes or Commercial Institutes

Students who have studied for two years after the Tawjihi can be considered for Year One undergraduate courses

OND / HND and Associate Degrees

Advanced entry (Year Two or Three) undergraduate courses

Career

Your career development

This course provides a thorough education in computing for industry meaning you graduate with advanced skills in the development of software and are able to design and manage complex information systems.

Our recent graduates have secured roles at companies including:

Tesco
Worldwide Clinical Trials UK Ltd
Oakbrook Finance Ltd
Cisco Systems
BT

They have gone into a wide variety of job roles including:

Web Developer
Support Developer
Software Tester
Service Desk Analyst
Systems Engineer

Many graduates also choose to undertake further study on one of our master's-level courses or MPhil and PhD research degrees.

University really helped me find my independence. The placement year was quite a challenge but ultimately very valuable, as it gave me the confidence that I could take on anything thrown my way and also proved me as a good programmer and software designer.
I made many lifelong friends at Nottingham Trent University and really value the time I spent there and would love to do it all again if I hadn't got used to having a decent income!

Gavin Harriss, Technical Director â€“ YouGoDo.com
BSc (Hons) Computing graduate

Excellent placement opportunities

Placements

NTU is one of the most employment-focused universities. Increasingly, employers want to recruit graduates who have real-world work experience. That's why all of our courses, across every subject area, offer you a work experience opportunity. Our experts help build and support your future with a range of career programmes and events.

On this course, after your second year, you will have the opportunity to take a year's work placement (sandwich placement). This will give you the chance to gain vital experience and put your knowledge into practice. You're also twice as likely to secure a graduate job within six months if you take a work placement.

Our recent students have taken placements across a wide range of companies including Intel, Vauxhall and Xerox. They secured varied roles such as Retail Systems Analyst, Software Development Engineer and Programmer.

You'll be supported and assessed throughout your placement year and will write a reflective report and diary at the end of your placement. When you successfully complete your placement, you will be eligible to receive an additional award of a Diploma in Professional Practice.

Find out more about work placements.

I'd definitely do a placement year. It's a fantastic opportunity to learn a tremendous amount of skills in a short time, and it prepares you for the real world of work, and what employers expect from you. Use your placement as a free learning opportunity to pick up or improve as many skills as you can and to increase your network of contacts in the industry.

Gemma Jardine
BSc (Hons) Computing

NTU Enterprise

You'll also have the opportunity to turn your ideas into a viable business with help from NTU Enterprise, NTU's purpose-built Centre for Entrepreneurship and Enterprise, a support centre to help students create, develop and grow their own businesses.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 16,500 / year

How to Apply

You can apply through UCAS. If you are not applying to any other UK universities, you can apply directly to us on our NTU applicant portal.

Application advice

Apply early so that you have enough time to prepare – processing times for Student visas can vary, for example. After you've applied, we'll be sending you important emails throughout the application process – so check your emails regularly, including your junk mail folder.

Writing your personal statement

Be honest, thorough, and persuasive – we can only make a decision about your application based on what you tell us:

Would you like some advice on your study plans?

Our international teams are highly experienced in answering queries from students all over the world. We also have members of staff based in Vietnam, China, India and Nigeria and work with a worldwide network of education counsellors.