Information systems and computing at brunel university

Dr Nayna PatelDepartment of Computer Science

Lecturer andDirector of Undergraduate Admissions

The importance of computing

Try to imagine a world

without computers….

What would this mean?

The Breadth of Computing

• Probably part of everything we do e.g. cars, films, banking, games, etc

• Ranges from:– the very technical e.g. the hardware in our

computers – to the design and development of software

e.g. mobile applications, games, etc

Our Courses

• Focus on software development

• Two modes of study are available:– 3 year

– 4 year thick sandwich (placement)

• Two main subject pathways– Computer Science– Business Computing

Computer Science

• Oriented towards the technical formal principles of computing and software engineering

• Candidates should have plenty of practice and experience in handling mathematical concepts

Business Computing

• Focus on the analysis, design and implementation of computer systems, with business and commercial emphasis.

• Suitable for good entry-level grades, not necessarily in Mathematics.

Our Degrees

Pathways

Business Computing

Computer Science

Computer Science (Digital Media &

Games)

Computer Science(Software

Engineering)

Computer Science(Artificial

Intelligence)

Computer Science (Network

Computing)

Computer Science

Business Computing(Social Media)

Business Computing(Human Computer

Interaction)

Business Computing(e-Business)

Business Computing

Computer Science Specialisms

• Artificial Intelligence - Developing intelligent computer systems

• Digital Media and Games - Learning about how technology is used in game design and development

• Network Computing - Designing and developing computer systems that span across networks

• Software Engineering - Design, development and maintenance of software using recognised quality and standards.

Business Computing Specialisms

• e-Business - Understanding how businesses use computer systems and internet related technology to support their business

• Human Computer Interaction - Design of computer interfaces for various users and devices

• Social Media - Learning about social media technologies, their use and design within business, education, etc

Degree Structure

Computer Science/ Business Computing

Common Core

Business Computing

(HumanComputer

Interaction)

Business Computing

(e-Business)

Business Computing

(Social Media)

Computer Science (Digital

Media & Games)

Computer Science(Software

Engineering)

Computer Science(Artificial

Intelligence)

Computer Science

(NetworkComputing)

Computer Science

GeneralSpecialist

Business Computing

GeneralSpecialist

Computer Science

Business Computing

First Year

Second Year

Final Year

First Year – Key Elements

ProgrammingRobot

Olympics

Group Project

Second Year – Key Elements

Group Project

Mobile App

Final Year – Key Elements

Individual project

Advanced Topics in Business Computing/

Computer science

Made in Brunel Software Innovation

…with Professional Placement

Computer Science/ Business Computing

Common Core

Computer Science

Business Computing

First Year

Second Year

Computer Science

Business Computing

General

Business Computing

(HumanComputer

Interaction)

Business Computing(e-Business)

Business Computing

(Social Media)

Computer Science (Digital

Media & Games)

Computer Science(Software

Engineering)

Computer Science(Artificial

Intelligence)

Computer Science

(NetworkComputing)

GeneralSpecialist Specialist Final Year

Professional Placement

Why should you do a placement?

• Earn money – useful for final year• Taste of your chosen career path• Professional and transferable skills• Better degree• Business awareness• Better chance of finding a

graduate job• Earn over £5k more as starting

salary

Typical Placement Companies • BMW Group• Coca Cola• IBM• Intel Corporation• Met Police• Microsoft• Vodafone• Debenhams• Samsung• NHS Trust

• VW• AXA Investment Managers• CERN• Various schools• Hillingdon Council• GE Money & Health• Apple• Hasbro• Burberry• Formula One Management• Universal Music Group

Rinesh and Munyutu on placement at Formula 1 Team Williams F1

Brunel Graduate - Neel

2007/8 – Placement with Microsoft at UK HQ. Offered job on successful graduation

2009 – Graduated 1st class. Moved to Microsoft HQ Redmond-Seattle USA

2011 – Microsoft offer permanent contract

Brunel Graduate - Chelsea • 2013 Graduate • BSc Information Systems• Placement: IBM –

Business Operations Analyst

• Employment: AMG Mercedes F1 – Business Systems Graduate

Some Potential Jobs in Computing

• Business Analyst• Project Management• Web Designer• Software Tester• Technical/Solutions

Architect• Java developer• Computer forensics

• IT Support Engineer• Programmer/ Software

Developer• Interface Designer• Teaching• IT Consultant• Games designer/tester• Networking

Graduate Destinations Bank of America

Aviva Vodafone

Cisco

Goldman Sachs RBS

Cap Gemini Mirror Group Logica

Sony Music

2015 Entry Requirements• 5 GCSEs or equivalent at grade C or

above, including Maths and English• A Level or equivalent = AAB-ABB• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in a

computing subject = D*D*D*• International Baccalaureate = 35 points• Brunel’s selection process

http://www.brunel.ac.uk/cedps/computer-science/undergraduate-studies

comp.ug.admissions@brunel.ac.uk

Level 1 ModulesComputer Science / Business Computing

Introductory Programming (Common)Introductory Programming (Common)

Logic and Computation (Common)Logic and Computation (Common)

Level 1 Group Project (Common)Level 1 Group Project (Common)

Business Computing & Organisations (Common)Business Computing & Organisations (Common)

Data and Information (Common)Data and Information (Common)

Level 2 ModulesComputer Science

Algorithms and their ApplicationsAlgorithms and their Applications

Software Development and Management (Common)Software Development and Management (Common)

Usability Engineering (Common) Usability Engineering (Common)

Networks and Operating SystemsNetworks and Operating Systems

Level 2 Group Project (Common)Level 2 Group Project (Common)

Level 2 ModulesBusiness Computing

Business Analysis and Process ModellingBusiness Analysis and Process Modelling

Software Development and Management (Common)Software Development and Management (Common)

Usability Engineering (Common) Usability Engineering (Common)

ICTs in SocietyICTs in Society

Level 2 Group Project (Common)Level 2 Group Project (Common)

Level 3 ModulesComputer Science

Software Project Management (Common)

Advanced Topics in Computer Science

Specialist option

General option

Computer Science Project (options)

o Software Engineering

o Digital Media and Games

o Artificial Intelligence

o Network Computing

Level 3 ModulesBusiness Computing

Software Project Management (Common)

Advanced Topics in Business Computing

Specialist option

General option

Business Computing Project (options)

o e-Business

o Human-Computer Interaction

o Social Media