Computing modules

Browse Computing to find descriptions, what you will learn, how you will be taught, and how you will be assessed.

Level 1

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Cloud Foundations module (AC11005)
- Module code: AC11005
- Credits: 5
- Level: 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Front End Website Development module (CS11001)

Learn how to create front-end web experiences using technologies such as HTML, CSS, and Bootstrap
- Module code: CS11001
- Credits: 10
- Level: 1
- Semester: Semester 1, Semester 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Introduction to Software Development module (CS11002)

Learn the basic skills required to design and develop software.
- Module code: CS11002
- Credits: 20
- Level: 1
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Mathematics for Computer Science module (CS11003)

Learn about important mathematical concepts that are used within Computer Science.
- Module code: CS11003
- Credits: 20
- Level: 1
- Semester: Semester 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Introduction to Generative AI module (CS11004)

Develop important skills to become a computing professional.
- Module code: CS11004
- Credits: 10
- Level: 1
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Unix Systems module (CS11005)

Learn about the Unix operating system and how to use it effectively.
- Module code: CS11005
- Credits: 10
- Level: 1
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Embedded Systems Development and Networking module (CS12001)

Learn how embedded systems work and explore networking technologies to connect them to the Internet
- Module code: CS12001
- Credits: 20
- Level: 1
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Introduction to Data Structures and Algorithms module (CS12002)

Learn to design algorithms and study common data structures. Use recursion and create multithreaded applications in Java.
- Module code: CS12002
- Credits: 20
- Level: 1
- Semester: Semester 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Computing and Society module (CS12003)

Learn about the relationship between computing technology and society.
- Module code: CS12003
- Credits: 10
- Level: 1
- Semester: Semester 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Project I (Computing) module (DI11004)
- Module code: DI11004
- Credits: 7.5
- Level: 1
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing

Level 2

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Foundations of User Engagement module (CS20001)
- Module code: CS20001
- Credits: 10
- Level: 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Employability for Computing Professionals module (CS21001)

Learn how to present yourself best for entering, working, and leaving a workplace environment.
- Module code: CS21001
- Credits: 10
- Level: 2
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning module (CS21002)

Learn the basics of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) concepts.
- Module code: CS21002
- Credits: 10
- Level: 2
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Multi-Paradigm Programming module (CS21003)

Learn to program in C and C++ through the exploration of data structures.
- Module code: CS21003
- Credits: 20
- Level: 2
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Operating Systems module (CS21004)

Learn about the inner workings of operating systems and how they allow a computer to run programs
- Module code: CS21004
- Credits: 10
- Level: 2
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Software Engineering module (CS21005)

Explore key principles and practices of software engineering
- Module code: CS21005
- Credits: 10
- Level: 2
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Database Systems module (CS22001)

Learn how to create databases that can power software applications
- Module code: CS22001
- Credits: 20
- Level: 2
- Semester: Semester 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Modern Web Stack Development module (CS22002)

Learn how to develop and test web applications using modern tools and techniques.
- Module code: CS22002
- Credits: 20
- Level: 2
- Semester: Semester 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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User Interface Design module (CS22003)

Develop the skills and knowledge required to create effective user interface designs.
- Module code: CS22003
- Credits: 20
- Level: 2
- Semester: Semester 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Applications for Microcontrollers module (DI21001)
- Module code: DI21001
- Credits: 10
- Level: 2
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Civil Engineering Design Software module (DI21002)
- Module code: DI21002
- Credits: 20
- Level: 2
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Computer Aided Design module (DI21003)
- Module code: DI21003
- Credits: 10
- Level: 2
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Computer systems 2A: Architecture fundamentals and Unix module (DI21004)
- Module code: DI21004
- Credits: 20
- Level: 2
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Introduction to Programming module (DI21008)
- Module code: DI21008
- Credits: 20
- Level: 2
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Multi-paradigm Programming and Data Structures module (DI21011)
- Module code: DI21011
- Credits: 20
- Level: 2
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Mathematical Logic in Computing module (DI21013)
- Module code: DI21013
- Credits: 10
- Level: 2
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Algorithms and Artificial Intelligence module (DI22001)
- Module code: DI22001
- Credits: 20
- Level: 2
- Semester: Semester 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Computer Systems 2B module (DI22004)
- Module code: DI22004
- Credits: 20
- Level: 2
- Semester: Semester 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Object-oriented Analysis and Design module (DI22010)
- Module code: DI22010
- Credits: 20
- Level: 2
- Semester: Semester 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Operating Systems & Networks module (IC20026)
- Module code: IC20026
- Credits: 20
- Level: 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning module (IC20027)
- Module code: IC20027
- Credits: 10
- Level: 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Introduction to Database Systems and Web Development module (IC20028)
- Module code: IC20028
- Credits: 20
- Level: 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Introduction to User Interface Design module (IC20029)
- Module code: IC20029
- Credits: 10
- Level: 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing

Level 3

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Human Engagement Strategies module (CS30002)
- Module code: CS30002
- Credits: 10
- Level: 3
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Data Visualisation Analytics module (CS31001)

Explore how to extract valuable information from large datasets.
- Module code: CS31001
- Credits: 20
- Level: 3
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Information and Network Security module (CS31002)

Learn to assess and address security threats in software development
- Module code: CS31002
- Credits: 20
- Level: 3
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Design Methods module (CS31005)

From design sprints to creating user experience, design is a vital element in the technology industry
- Module code: CS31005
- Credits: 20
- Level: 3
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Software Architecture and Development Practices module (CS31007)

This module aims to develop students' ability to write high-quality, maintainable, and secure software
- Module code: CS31007
- Credits: 20
- Level: 3
- Semester: Semester 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Data Engineering module (CS32001)

Examine the importance of data engineering today and study modern practices for data engineering.
- Module code: CS32001
- Credits: 20
- Level: 3
- Semester: Semester 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Industrial Team Project module (CS32002)

Plan and execute a software development project for a client using agile methods.
- Module code: CS32002
- Credits: 40
- Level: 3
- Semester: Semester 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Accessible User Experience module (CS32003)

Examine accessibility and how technology can either support or hinder access to products and services
- Module code: CS32003
- Credits: 20
- Level: 3
- Semester: Semester 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Theory of Computation module (CS32004)

Explore the limits of computers using general models such as finite-state automata and Turing machines
- Module code: CS32004
- Credits: 20
- Level: 3
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Mobile Application Development module (CS32005)
- Module code: CS32005
- Credits: 20
- Level: 3
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Computing Industrial Placement module (CS33001)

Gain valuable experience by working in industry or research and strengthen your career opportunities after graduation.
- Module code: CS33001
- Credits: 80
- Level: 3
- Semester: Runs during the summer
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Networks and Data Communications module (DI31001)
- Module code: DI31001
- Credits: 20
- Level: 3
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Information Security module (DI31002)
- Module code: DI31002
- Credits: 20
- Level: 3
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Database Systems module (DI31003)
- Module code: DI31003
- Credits: 20
- Level: 3
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Agile Software Engineering module (DI32001)
- Module code: DI32001
- Credits: 20
- Level: 3
- Semester: Semester 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Games Programming module (DI32002)
- Module code: DI32002
- Credits: 20
- Level: 3
- Semester: Semester 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Theory of Computation module (DI32003)
- Module code: DI32003
- Credits: 20
- Level: 3
- Semester: Semester 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing

Level 4

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Real-World User Contexts module (CS40001)
- Module code: CS40001
- Credits: 10
- Level: 4
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Honours Project module (CS41001)

Carry out a large, individual software development project using the knowledge gained throughout your studies.
- Module code: CS41001
- Credits: 60
- Level: 4
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Information Analysis and Reporting module (CS41002)

Learn how to conduct research in the field of computing.
- Module code: CS41002
- Credits: 20
- Level: 4
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Data Visualisation module (CS41003)

Explore tools and techniques for visualising data using modern web technologies
- Module code: CS41003
- Credits: 20
- Level: 4
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Image and Natural Language Processing module (CS41004)

Learn methods for computer vision and natural language processing.
- Module code: CS41004
- Credits: 20
- Level: 4
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Programming Language Design and Implementation module (CS41005)

Learn how compilers and interpreters understand and analyse programming languages.
- Module code: CS41005
- Credits: 20
- Level: 4
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Principles of Programming Languages module (CS42001)

Explore different types of programming languages and their fundamental principles.
- Module code: CS42001
- Credits: 20
- Level: 4
- Semester: Semester 1, Semester 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Contemporary UX and Interactions module (CS42002)

Explore new developments in user experience research and practice.
- Module code: CS42002
- Credits: 20
- Level: 4
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Advanced Big Data Analysis module (CS42003)

Learn how to process, analyse, and store big data.
- Module code: CS42003
- Credits: 20
- Level: 4
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Work Placement module (CS43001)
- Module code: CS43001
- Level: 4
- Semester: Runs during the summer
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Honours Project module (DI40001)
- Module code: DI40001
- Credits: 45
- Level: 4
- Semester: Both Semester 1 and 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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User Experience module (DI41005)
- Module code: DI41005
- Credits: 15
- Level: 4
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Advanced Big Data Analysis module (DI41006)
- Module code: DI41006
- Credits: 15
- Level: 4
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Computer Vision module (DI41007)
- Module code: DI41007
- Credits: 15
- Level: 4
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Graphic module (DI41008)
- Module code: DI41008
- Credits: 15
- Level: 4
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Industrial Team Project module (DI41009)
- Module code: DI41009
- Credits: 15
- Level: 4
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Technology Innovation Management module (DI41010)
- Module code: DI41010
- Credits: 15
- Level: 4
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Research Frontiers module (DI42004)
- Module code: DI42004
- Credits: 15
- Level: 4
- Semester: Semester 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing

Level 5

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Educational Assistive Technology MSc Dissertation module (AC50003)

Undertake an Assistive Technology based research project that benefits your learning, your users, and/or your working context
- Module code: AC50003
- Credits: 40
- Level: 5
- Semester: Both Semester 1 and 2, Semester 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Work Based Skills and Innovative Practice module (AC50004)
- Module code: AC50004
- Credits: 60
- Level: 5
- Semester: Semester 1, Semester 2, Runs during the summer
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Software Development module (AC51002)

This introductory module will provide you with the basic skills required to design and develop software through an understanding of fundamental programming concepts
- Module code: AC51002
- Credits: 20
- Level: 5
- Semester: Semester 1, Semester 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Software Engineering module (AC51003)

Explore key principles and practices of software engineering. This includes software specification and design
- Module code: AC51003
- Credits: 20
- Level: 5
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Technology Innovation Management module (AC51005)

Develop an understanding for commercial markets and product management.
- Module code: AC51005
- Credits: 20
- Level: 5
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Big Data Analysis module (AC51011)

Learn how to process, analyse, and store big data
- Module code: AC51011
- Credits: 20
- Level: 5
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Devops and MicroServices module (AC51041)
- Module code: AC51041
- Credits: 20
- Level: 5
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Assessment for AT module (AC51044)

Explore essential frameworks, methods, documentation and tools required to enable high-quality assistive technology assessments
- Module code: AC51044
- Credits: 20
- Level: 5
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Specialist and mainstream AT solutions module (AC51045)

Explore specialist and mainstream Assistive Technology (AT). Learn how to use current tools and choose the best solutions to meet users’ needs.
- Module code: AC51045
- Credits: 10
- Level: 5
- Semester: Semester 1
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing
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Web Application Development module (AC51046)

Learn how to create front-end web experiences using technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Module code: AC51046
- Credits: 20
- Level: 5
- Semester: Semester 2
- School: School of Science and Engineering
- Discipline: Computing