BSc (Hons) Computer Science

Entry Requirements

• GCSE - English Language and Maths at grade C or above
• UCAS tariff points - 280-300 points from a minimum of two A levels or equivalent from maths or a numerate science or a computer- related subject
• GCE A level - 280-300 UCAS Points from a minimum of 2 A-levels from Maths OR a Numerate Science OR a Computer Related Subject
• BTEC National Diploma - DDM
• Scottish Highers - 300 points
• Irish Leaving Certificate - 300 points
• International Baccalaureate - 30 with 14 in Higher Level subjects

Salford Alternative Entry Scheme (SAES)

We welcome applications from students who may not meet the stated entry criteria but who can demonstrate their ability to pursue the course successfully. Once we have received your application we will assess it and recommend it for SAES if you are an eligible candidate.

There are two different routes through the Salford Alternative Entry Scheme and applicants will be directed to the one appropriate for their course. Assessment will either be through a review of prior learning or through a formal test.

Curriculum

Year 1

• Programming
• Computer System Internals and Linux
• Database Systems
• Professional Development and Practices
• Web Development and Human Computer Interfaces

Year 2

• Server Side Programming
• Software Project with Agile Techniques
• Al and Data Mining
• Data Structures and Algorithms
• Networking
• Software Development Techniques

Year 3

• Project for Computer Science
• Computer Graphics
• Software Quality Management
• Ajax and Smartphone Development
• Document Analysis and Semantic Web
• Internet Security and Computer Forensics
• Virtual Reality and 3D Games