Software Development – BSc (Hons)

To introduce the fundamentals of the operation and internal structure of a computer system.

Every day, we create 2.5 quintillion bytes of data. In fact it is estimated that 90% of the world’s data has been created in the last two years alone. This data comes from everywhere: sensors used in intelligent devices, posts to social media sites, digital pictures, audio and videos, commercial systems, and games to name a few. 95% of all IT systems will capture some form of data, and use a database to store, modify, extract and search it. This module aims to provide the learner with a solid foundation for those who work with these data and databases. A fundamental understanding of basic concepts, design, and terminology will be gained.

The learner will be able to communicate proficiently in a professional context.

This module introduces the learner to the principles of object-oriented programming. The creation and manipulation of classes and objects using an object oriented programming language.

This module provides an introduction to the discipline, methodologies and techniques of computer programming using a modern programming language.

This module is designed to provide the student with a foundation in several mathematical methodologies encountered in the study of a computing discipline.

This Module provides learners with an overview of the purpose, functions and structures of modern computer operating systems.

This module will provide the learner with the skills required to design and develop interactive & responsive systems.

This module provides an in-depth analysis and implementation of Structured Programming concepts.

The aim of this module is to advance the students’ knowledge of SQL (pronounced “ess-que-el”) standing for Structured Query Language. SQL is used to communicate with a database. According to ANSI (American National Standards Institute), it is the standard language for relational database management systems. The student will be able to provide solutions to complex problems and have significant knowledge of features of the SQL language.

This module will introduce the learner to the fundamentals involved in the development of web pages.

This module will provide the learner with the capability to develop small to medium scale applications using industry standard best practices and approaches.

The aim of this module is develop the students’ knowledge in three key areas: database management systems administration, designing databases and data programming. Interfacing with the database through command line, scripting and GUI tools, the learner will thus be able to carry out the major implementation tasks (analysis, design, programming, and administration) associated with the implementation of a secure low-latency high-availability n-tier database system.

The aim of this module is to be able to implement web and desktop data driven application programs. The student will be able to use the major APIs for DBMS interaction and be able to understand the need for MVC design patterns and web application frameworks. The student will also have an insight , through examples, of how to build a secure business web application.

This module will enable the learner to manage the computer networking components of multimedia or internet application development.

This module develops the students’ programming and problem solving skills providing the learner with the principles and practices of programming using the object oriented techniques.

Data structures and algorithms are the basis for the efficient solution of programming tasks. In this module, students will study core algorithms and data structures, as well as being given an introduction to algorithm computational analysis.

The module will give students core algorithmic and data structure skills.

This module is designed to provide students with an overall understanding of the public cloud, independent of specific technical roles. It provides a detailed overview of cloud concepts, core cloud services and their pricing models, security, architecture, and support. Students will be given hands-on experience with a leading cloud provider and the curriculum is also aligned to an industrial accreditation.

This module introduces the learner to the concepts involved in controlling electronic hardware and collecting data from sensors using board level microcontrollers.

This module introduces learners to UML model specification and development enabling them to utilise models for problem solving in the context of the software development lifecycle.

This module introduces learners to software testing and enables them to undertake both structural and functional testing in the context of the software development lifecycle.

This module is designed to equip learners with features required to build comprehensive and highly responsive Java applications.

The aim of this module is to provide an understanding of the underlying concepts in the analysis of algorithms and to improve problem solving skills through the further study of data structures.

Provides the capability to carry out UML model development and refinement in support of a phased software development activity utilising an agile software development approach.

This module is designed to equip learners with the features required to build comprehensive and secure web applications using a suitable framework.

This module provides the skills necessary to work effectively as a team member on a software development project. The project will use a realistic scenario and will require the application of software engineering principles and techniques and will require the progression of the project from problem statement through to build, validation testing and handover.

This placement module will provide students with an opportunity to apply the theoretical and practical knowledge gained on their programme while working in a professional IT environment. It will also afford them the opportunity to gain valuable career experience and developed their understanding of working in such an environment.

This module is designed to equip learners with the foundations required to build enterprise applications in Java using a suitable framework.

Learners will develop the skills required to critically evaluate, design and develop advanced mobile applications.

Students of this module will learn to analyse the main principles of cloud computing, and how they have been implemented in modern cloud providers such as Amazon Web Services (AWS). Students will also gain the practical skills required to implement a cloud-based architecture based on well-designed architectural principles.

This module aims to provide an understanding of the technologies underpinning the field of data visualisation and to provide an introduction to the practicalities of creating effective graphical representations of data.

This module is designed to provide a detailed analysis of cryptographic principles and techniques.

This module will provide learners with a solid understanding of the fundamental concepts of Design Innovation and Thinking, learning how to implement practical and innovative solutions for problem-solving. Design Thinking is a human-focused, prototype-driven process for innovation in both design and business alike.

This module will analyse the fundamental concepts of entrepreneurship.

This module allows the learner, in the process of developing a significant software system, to demonstrate the ability to meet project milestones and to produce deliverables within schedule. Also, it allows the learner to acquire and apply the skills necessary for the generation and presentation of a technical report on the development of the software system.

On completion of this module the learner will have a solid grounding in the theoretical foundations of commonly used machine learning techniques and a clear view of how machine learning techniques are used in practice in predictive data analytics.

Successful learners of this module will have a broad knowledge of the software industry and profession. Learners will be able to understand and explain the purpose and key management roles in a software development environment and how they may be applied in effective professional management of a product development team.

Learners of this module will be able to understand, explain the purpose, processes and methodologies of product line management, project management and consulting roles.and will be able to selectively utilise and apply those processes and methodologies to achieve successful software product development outcomes.

This module is designed to equip learners with the foundations required to design and build secure API’s in Java using a suitable framework.

On completion of this module the learner will have an understanding of the difference between imperative and reactive type systems. They will have developed the necessary knowledge to implement features of reactive type systems using a functional programming language.

The student will acquire skills to help them to develop and manage an Enterprise/startup (Finance, Marketing, Business Plan).

This module will allow learners to develop the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to plan, carry out, and evaluate penetration testing and ethical hacking of computer networks. The ethical and legal requirements for such work will be explored, and learners will be able to identify and exploit vulnerabilities in networks and systems using industry-standard tools in a controlled environment, leading to an assessment of risk and identification of appropriate countermeasures.

Innovative and pioneering technologies are constantly being researched and developed to improve the lives of people and society. Traditionally learning was considered discipline specific. Students today need new knowledge, skills and competences that are not discipline specific to succeed in a workplace where advances in technology are changing the nature of employment and the nature of society. In this module students will develop their transversal skills by working collaboratively with other students, teachers, guest lecturers’ and other stakeholders to develop innovative technological solutions to solve complex, real-world problems.