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Welcome to the Open Day - School of Computer Science
• BSc (Hons) Computer Science
• BSc (Hons) Information Technology
go.herts.ac.uk/online
Today’s hosts
Mariette Berkhout – Head Online SoCS
Dr Mariana Lilley – BSc Programme Tutor
Dr Nathan Baddoo – Senior Admissions Tutor
Programme
• UH and School of Computer Science
• What to expect when you study online
• BSc Programmes of study
• Assessment and Support
• Entry requirements and Fees
• Questions
About University of Hertfordshire
• Located in Hatfield
• More than 2,650 staff
• Turnover of £ 233 million
• 27,200 students
• 2,800 international students from 85 countries
Ranked ‘Top New University’ (Complete University Guide 2010)
Included in ‘Top 350 World Universities’
(Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2011/12)
School of Computer Science
One of the first in the world to offer
Computer Science degrees (since 1965)
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Longstanding reputation
Industry relevant courses
Internationally-recognised research
Considerable amount of expertise in
developing and running Online Courses
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BSc since 2004; MSc since 2007
More than 1,200 graduates to date
Currently 650 students from 64 countries
What to expect when you study Online
• Learning Resources available through Studynet
• Modules with fixed start and end dates
• Fixed dates for assignment submission and
other assessments
• Other than that you can fit study around work
and family
• Commitment: Full-time study: 20 – 30 hrs / week
Part-time study: 10 – 15 hrs /week
Learning Resources
Module Portal
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Module Information
Module News
Teaching Resources
Discussion forums
Module Blog / Wiki
Assignments Section
Additionally access to
• UH Library with e-books, e-journals
• Online databases (e.g. IEEE, ACM)
Studynet
Studynet
BSc - Programme of Study
Computer Science: greater focus on software implementation
and object-oriented programming
Information Technology: greater focus on applications, and the
impact of computing and information technology on
organisations
When you graduate you will have:
• the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to take your
place in the thriving computing industry,
• a solid foundation for a wide range of other careers or further
study
Rewarding careers:
Programmer, software developer, business analyst, software
engineer, webmaster, database administrator, network designer,
technical consultant.
BSc (Hons) Computer Science / BSc (Hons) Information Technology
Study at Level 4
Computer Science
Information Technology
System Requirements
System Requirements
Programming Principles
Programming Principles
Foundations of Computation
Foundations of Computation
E-Media Design
E-Media Design
Data Driven Systems
Data Driven Systems
Principles of Networked Systems
Business Information Systems
Programming & Program Design 1
Internet Technologies
Business Information Systems
Internet Technologies
Principles of Networked Systems
Programming & Program Design 1
BSc (Hons) Computer Science / BSc (Hons) Information Technology
Study at Level 5
Computer Science
Information Technology
CS Development Exercise
IT Development Exercise
Programming and Program Design 2
Data Management & Applications
Operating Systems & Computer
Networks
IT for Business
Data Management & Applications
Programming and Program Design 2
IT for Business
Operating Systems & Computer
Networks
BSc (Hons) Computer Science / BSc (Hons) Information Technology
Study at Level 6
Computer Science
Information Technology
Further Object Oriented Development
Strategic Information Systems Planning and
Management
Choose two taught modules:
Principles and Applications of Web Services
Quantum Computing
Computer Network Protocols and Architectures
Databases
Choose one of the following:
Choose two taught modules:
Principles and Applications of Web Services
Quantum Computing
Computer Network Protocols and Architectures
Databases
Choose one of the following:
Computer Science Project
Information Technology Project
E-Learning Applications Design and Development
Rich Internet Applications Design and Development
Assessment
Range of assessment methods, including:
• Essays
• Practical work
• Online tests of fixed duration
• Group work
• Vivas
Support
Programme level
• Programme Tutor
• Induction Programme
• Student Handbook
• UH Disability Advisor
Module level
• Module tutors
• Project supervisor
• Peer support (through forums)
• Learning Resources (Studynet)
• e-Books & downloadable software
UH Online
• Administrators
• Educational Technologists
Modes of study
Full BSc Honours programme:
• 120 credits at levels 4, 5 and 6 each
Study at levels 4 & 5:
• part time (60 credits per year)
Study at level 6:
• part time (60 credits per year) or
• full time (120 credits per year)
What you will be working towards…
Graduation
Your Certificate:
• BSc (Hons) Computer Science
• BSc (Hons) Information Technology
from the University of Hertfordshire
Graduation:
Attend at the Cathedral and Abbey
Church of St Albans, Hertfordshire, UK
Fees
Currently:
• £500 per 15 credits (£4,000 per level)
• Total programme (levels 4, 5 & 6): £12,000
• Pay fees by semester, in advance - typically
£1,000 - £2,000 per semester
• Tuition fee loans may be available for
UK students
Fees – what is included
• Tuition, project supervision (group-led or
individual) and all the assessments
• Online learning resources, available
through StudyNet - the University’s
managed learning environment
• Books / eBooks and software
Entry Requirements
UK entry at level-4
• 260 UCAS points from A-levels or equivalent
in any subject;
• plus GCSE grade A-C or equivalent in Maths
and English.
Direct entry at level-6
• A range of qualifications worth 240 credit points
including HND, Foundation Degree, IMIS AD and more
Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate sufficient competence
in English to benefit from the Programme. This is normally demonstrated by recognised
awards equivalent to a TOEFL score of 550 in the written test or 213 in the CBT test
together with a TOEFL Test of Written English of 4.0, or an overall IELTS score of 6.0
How to Apply
Visit
http://go.herts.ac.uk/online
Submit Application Form, plus photocopies of
• Exam certificates and transcripts
• Photo page of passport
• References
Apply by: 22 July 2013 for a September 2013 start
Please allow two weeks for a response to your
application
Your questions
The next steps…
• Visit http://go.herts.ac.uk/online
• Complete an application form, gather
supporting documents and references
• Submit to [email protected]
Best of Luck!
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