Computer Science: Software Engineering, BSc (Hons)

Course summary

Develop the skills you need to pursue a career in software design and development, with a focus on software engineering techniques.Why study BSc Computer Science: Software Engineering:If you study the BSc Computer Science Software Engineering, you'll become a specialist in software engineering techniques. You'll be prepared for a career in software design and development, which are in demand in today's job market. During the degree you'll:

• Develop software using advanced coding techniques. Understanding the full power of modern programming languages.

• Consider the security issues raised by the development of networked software systems.

• Develop databases using advanced data storage techniques, such as NoSQL.

• Build applications using object-orientated programming languages and dynamic web tools.

• Experience working on projects using a range of software development techniques both individually and in groups.

Computer Science pathwaysAs well as BSc Computer Science: Software Engineering, we offer several pathways that allow you to focus on the following specialisms:

• BSc (Hons) Computer Science

• BSc (Hons) Computer Science: Artificial Intelligence and Data Science

• BSc (Hons) Computer Science: Cybersecurity

• BSc (Hons) Data Science: User Experience

Create your own projectsThe degree is hands-on and practical from the start. You'll be creating your own web and mobile applications, data visualisations, and games. You'll also explore your potential through practical projects whilst learning relevant technical skills for your future career.PlacementsIn your third year, you’ll have the opportunity to take a full-year industry placement (making this programme four years full-time, or seven years part-time).This gives you valuable experience to build confidence, further develop skills and industry insight, and enhance your career prospects. By the end of your degree, you’ll have built a portfolio of work to kickstart your career in the creative industry.

Modules

Year 1In your first year, you'll take the following compulsory modules:Introduction to Programming 15 creditsUser Experience and the Web 15 creditsLogic and Computer Architecture 15 creditsComputing Project 1 15 creditsGraphics 1 15 creditsAlgorithms 1 15 creditsIdentity, Agency & Environment 1 15 creditsIdentity, Agency & Environment 2 15 creditsYear 2In your second year, you'll take the following compulsory modules:Software Development and Design 15 creditsComputing Project 2 15 creditsObject Oriented Programming 15 creditsAlgorithms 2 15 creditsNetworks and Operating Systems 15 creditsThe Goldsmiths Elective 15 creditsOptional modulesYou'll then take 30 credits of optional modules from the following list:Data Programming for Artificial Intelligence 15 creditsInteraction Design 15 CreditsFundamentals of Computer Science 15 creditsInformation Security 15 creditsGoldsmiths’ Social Change Module 15 creditsOptional placement yearOur degrees include an optional industrial placement year after the second year of study. You'll be responsible for securing a placement, but we can support you through this process. Although we encourage you to take the opportunity of a placement year, you can also complete your degree in three years.Year 3 (or year 4 with placement year)In your final year, you'll complete the following compulsory modules, including a compulsory project Computer Science. Direct Entry students will also need to complete Dynamic Web Applications.Final Project in Computer Science 45 creditsDynamic Web Applications 15 creditsDatabases and Advanced Data Techniques 15 creditsExtended Object Oriented Programming 15 creditsNetwork And System Security 15 creditsOptional modulesYou'll then take 30 credits (15 credits for Direct Entry students) of optional modules from a list produced annually by the Department of Computing.Please note that due to staff research commitments not all of these modules may be available every year.

Assessment method

You’ll be assessed by a variety of methods, depending on your module choices. These include coursework, examinations, group work and projects. If you opt for an industrial placement year, your placement tutor will assess your work. If you complete the placement year successfully, you earn the endorsement 'with work experience' on your degree certificate.

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Year 1 In your first year, you'll take the following compulsory modules: Introduction to Programming 15 credits User Experience and the Web 15 credits Logic and Computer Architecture 15 credits Computing Project 1 15 credits Graphics 1 15 credits Algorithms 1 15 credits Identity, Agency & Environment 1 15 credits Identity, Agency & Environment 2 15 credits Year 2 In your second year, you'll take the following compulsory modules: Software Development and Design 15 credits Computing Project 2 15 credits Object Oriented Programming 15 credits Algorithms 2 15 credits Networks and Operating Systems 15 credits The Goldsmiths Elective 15 credits Optional modules You'll then take 30 credits of optional modules from the following list: Data Programming for Artificial Intelligence 15 credits Interaction Design 15 Credits Fundamentals of Computer Science 15 credits Information Security 15 credits Goldsmiths’ Social Change Module 15 credits Optional placement year Our degrees include an optional industrial placement year after the second year of study. You'll be responsible for securing a placement, but we can support you through this process. Although we encourage you to take the opportunity of a placement year, you can also complete your degree in three years. Year 3 (or year 4 with placement year) In your final year, you'll complete the following compulsory modules, including a compulsory project Computer Science. Direct Entry students will also need to complete Dynamic Web Applications. Final Project in Computer Science 45 credits Dynamic Web Applications 15 credits Databases and Advanced Data Techniques 15 credits Extended Object Oriented Programming 15 credits Network And System Security 15 credits Optional modules You'll then take 30 credits (15 credits for Direct Entry students) of optional modules from a list produced annually by the Department of Computing. Please note that due to staff research commitments not all of these modules may be available every year.