BSc(Hons) Computer Science final year (Blended Learning) programme provides the students with an educational experience which matches the requirements of the modern IT industry, whilst responding to the aspirations of the individuals.This degree is directly awarded by University of Hertfordshire, UK, one of the ambitious and enterpreneurial University. It offers excellence in teaching, learning and research and puts students at the heart of its activities.

The benefits of this programme include:

Admission Requirements

Applicants for direct entry to Level 6 from other programmes within the University or elsewhere must have gained a minimum of 240 credits at Levels 4 and 5, including a minimum of 120 credits at Level 5 and are required to demonstrate that their previous studies and experience have provided a broad equivalence to the learning outcomes of Levels 4 and 5 of the programme in the relevant field.

Entry Requirements:

Applicants may hold a variety of qualifications that may include (but are not restricted to):

In addition to the requirements stated above, students entering the programme and whose first language is not English or students whose medium of instruction on their qualifying programme was not English will be erquired to demonstratea proficiency in English to TOFEL 550/IELTS 6.0 or an equivalent recognized qualification.

Course Outlines

Taught Modules

Note on the project

The project is a substantial piece of practical work. It typically involves some programming plus many other aspects of computer science, information systems, or software development. You will be allocated a project tutor who will work with you individually, helping and guiding you through the entire project.

Your project enables you to extend and deepen your knowledge of computer science and to apply it in a particular context. You plan and manage the work yourself, with guidance from your project tutor and with the support of course material on key project issues. You will need to report regularly on your progress and to produce a final report at the end.

Module Synopsis

Computer Network Protocols and Architectures

This module gives you an opportunity to reappraise the fundamental principles of computer networks and to explore their internal architectures. You will study the ways in which they can be used and how network applications may be constructed.

Databases

This module provides you with the principles and techniques needed to develop relational database systems and give you solid practical experience in so doing. There is also an introduction to new and emerging trends in the field, e.g. object-relational databases, data warehouses, grid computing.

Further Object-Oriented Development

This module develops your understanding of object oriented technology in the analysis, design and implementation of software systems. It explores how concepts such as abstraction, encapsulation and inheritance can improve software quality and how standard architectures support the reuse of software components and distribution across multiple hosts. You will gain practical experience of a range of techniques and use a variety of industry-standard tools.

Project

The Project gives you the opportunity to extend and deepen your knowledge of Computer Science and to apply it in a new context. The project should be chosen to fit in with your programme of study, prior experience and personal objectives. On completion, normally you would deliver a substantial piece of practical work and an accompanying project report.

Duration
 

Type	Full-Time	Part-Time
Local	N.A	12 Months
International	12 Months	N.A

Method of Delivery

Tutored e-Learning.

This is conducted as tutored e-learning course. The university works very closely with us, the support partner in Singapore for this programme. You will be using studynet, the university’s state-of-the art virtual learning environment, to access all the course materials, to receive and submit all the assignments and to communicate with staff and other students. We take care of the local arrangements such as tutorial support and other additional services to support this programme.

Award Criteria

Students have to pass in all the 4 modules to be awarded with the degree.
Students must satisfy the minimum attendance requirements (75% for local students and 90% for international students) for the award of Certificate of Attendance (COA) in all the modules.

Grading System

Each module is assessed for 100%. Assessment is based on coursework. The degree classification is calculated as below:

• First class Honours – 70% to 100%
• Upper second class Honours – 60% to 69%
• Lower second class Honours – 50% to 59%
• Third class Honours – 40% to 49%

Assessment Information

All the modules (except Project module) are assessed based on coursework by the university. At the end of Project module a project report is submitted together with the softcopy of the project for assessment. Assessments are conducted in January, May and September of every year.

Appeal Information

Students interested in making an appeal, please read our appeal procedure. Please use our appeal form when making your appeal.

Expected date of release of Assessment result

Assessment results / Award of certificate will be available to the students within 3 months of the last assessment for that assessment cycle. Appeal on Assessment results needs to be done within 2 weeks from the date of release of results for that assessment cycle.