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s PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION
Final
PART 1: COURSE SUMMARY INFORMATION
Course summary
Final award MCOMP Business Computer Systems
Intermediate award BSc(Hons) Business Computer Systems, BSc Computing, CertHE Computing, DipHE Computing
Course status Validated
Awarding body University of Brighton
School Computing, Engineering and Mathematics
Location of study/ campus Moulsecoomb
Partner institution(s)
Name of institution Host department Course status
1.
2.
3.
Admissions
Admissions agency UCAS
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Entry requirements Include any progression
opportunities into the course.
Check the University’s website for current entry requirements.
A-levels or BTEC
Entry requirements are in the range of A-level BBC–CCC (112–
96 UCAS Tariff points), or BTEC Extended Diploma DMM–
MMM. Our conditional offers typically fall within this range.
We will generally make you an offer if your predicted grades are
at the top of this range. If your predicted grades are towards the
lower end of this range we may still make you an offer if you
have a good GCSE (or equivalent) profile or relevant non-
academic achievements.
International Baccalaureate
28 points, with three subjects at Higher level.
GCSE (minimum grade C)
Must include English language and maths at grade 4 and a
physical science at grade C.
For non-native speakers of English
IELTS 6.5 overall, with 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in
the other elements.
Start date (mmm-yy) Normally September
September 17
Mode of study
Mode of study Duration of study (standard) Maximum registration period
Full-time 4 years 10 Years
Part-time 8 Years 10 Years
Sandwich 5 Years 10 Years
Distance N/A N/A
Course codes/categories
UCAS code 612
Contacts
Course Leader (or Course Development Leader)
Saeed Malekshahi
Admissions Tutor Saeed Malekshahi
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Examination and Assessment
External Examiner(s)
Name Place of work Date tenure expires
Dr D Bell (M Level)
Dr Cain Evans
Dr Renato Cordeiro de Amorim
Brunel University
Birmingham City University
University of Hertfordshire
31 Dec 2020
30 Sep 2018
30 Sep 2019
Examination Board(s) (AEB/CEB)
Undergraduate AEB / CEB (L4-L6)
Postgraduate AEB/CEB (M Level)
Approval and review
Approval date Review date
Validation L4,L5,L6 May 2003
Level M May 20071
April 20152
Programme Specification Q&S Published June 20163
2017-20184
Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Body 1:
British Computer Society (BCS)
May 2015 May 20205
Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Body 2 (if applicable): N/A
Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Body 3 (if applicable): N/A
1 Month and year this version of the programme specification was approved (normally September). 2 Date programme specification will be reviewed (normally approval date + 1 year). If programme specification is applicable to a particular cohort, please statehere. 3 Date of most recent review by accrediting/ approving external body.
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AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES
Aims
The aims of the course are:
The programme aims to:
Extend the students’ knowledge of computing theory and practice to an advanced level.
Provide the students with advanced technical skills.
Introduce students to active research culture and the emergence of new techniques and technologies.
Enable students to demonstrate best practice in problem-solving and to provide best viable technical solutions.
Enable students to demonstrate best practice in teamwork.
Enable students to critically evaluate systems and techniques. In addition, to the above generic aims the MCOMP in Business Computer Systems specifically aims to
Reflect the changing terminology in business information systems. The integrated master’s
degree in this subject area will produce specialists who can apply methods, technologiesand architectures in business environments. Typically, graduates for this award will be equipped to take a leading role within an organisation’s IT provision.
Learning outcomes
The outcomes of the main award provide information about how the primary aims are demonstrated by students following the course. These are mapped to external reference points where appropriate4.
Knowledge and theory
Level 4 / CertHE Knowledge and Theory
1. the structure of software 2. data types, structures, databases 3. software components of a computer system 4. system development lifecycles 5. interaction and usability 6. professional, legal and ethical issues 7. organizational structures and functions 8. the structure of the industry 9. application domains
Level 5 and 6 CertHE Knowledge and Theory
1. information systems in an organizational environment 2. computing and its constituent technologies and the applications of
ICTs 3. software components needed to implement computer applications in
an organisational context including an internet environment 4. database design and implementation and data management in
organisations
4 Please refer to Course Development and Review Handbook or QAA website for details.
PART 2: COURSE DETAILS
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Skills Includes intellectual skills (i.e. generic skills relating to academic study, problem solving, evaluation, research etc.) and professional/ practical skills.
Level 4/CertHE Intellectual skills: 1. problem analysis and problem-solving 2. evaluation 3. research
Level 4/CertHE Professional and practical skills:
1. software development 2. data analysis, database design/implementation 3. system modelling 4. web page construction
Level 4/CertHE Transferable skills: 1. information gathering 2. written and oral presentations 3. working in and managing groups
Level 5 and 6 Intellectual skills:
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Analyse ‘problem’ situations and identify the Specify requirements of possible solutions.
2. Model solutions to problems before implementation
3. Identify the extent to which technological and/or organizational solutions, processes and techniques are effective.
4. Understand, learn and use new technologies, tools and methods.
5. reflection and communication: including presentation succinctly to a range of audiences of reasoned arguments addressing a given technological opportunity.
6. professional awareness: including the ability to identify possible ethical issues in the exploitation of technologies and to work within professional, ethical and legal constraints.
Level 5 and 6 Transferable skills: 1. written and oral communication 2. team working 3. problem analysis and solving 4. research 5. time management 6. working in an innovative and creative manner
Level 5 and 6 Professional and practical skills:
1. analysis of information systems and matching ICT solutions to requirements
2. design, specification and implementation of ICT solutions which address the business problems and requirements
3. management of the development process
4. design and implementation of business applications to support business and organisational objectives in a distributed environment
Level M Intellectual skills:
1. Perform critical evaluation of Business computer systems and applied
technologies. 2. Provide alternative solutions to Business system problems with sound
analysis and design. 3. Conduct autonomous research and apply, present and communicate
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appropriately findings of that research. 4. Assess legal, ethical, social and professional issues and their relevance
to systems development. 5. Perform Business systems quality assessment. 6. Manage projects with high degree of competence.
Level M Transferable Skills:
1. Offer best practice in Business software design of complex systems using sound engineering principles.
2. Show how development improves Business system maintenance.
3. Evaluate and implement new tools and techniques in Business
application software.
Level M/ Knowledge & theory
1. Advanced knowledge in Business software design
2. Advanced Project Planning & implementation of Business application software
3. Business application Software design / implementation and Critical evaluation
4. Critical Business application software evaluation
5. Specification, Validation and verification of business computer systems and applications.
6. Management and implementation of industrial type project.
7. Advanced research techniques.
QAA subject benchmark statement (where applicable)5
The QAA benchmark for computing, 2007 -
http://www.qaa.ac.uk/academicinfrastructure/benchmark/statements/computi
ng07.pdf
PROFESSIONAL, STATUTORY AND REGULATORY BODIES (where applicable)
Where a course is accredited by a PSRB, full details of how the course meets external requirements, and what students are required to undertake, are included.
Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.
Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the further learning academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.
Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
LEARNING AND TEACHING
Learning and teaching methods
This section sets out the primary learning and teaching methods, including total learning hours and any specific requirements in terms of practical/ clinical-based learning. The indicative list of learning and teaching methods includes information on the proportion of the course delivered by each method and details where a particular method relates to a particular element of the course.
5 Please refer to the QAA website for details.
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The information included in this section complements that found in the Key Information Set (KIS), with the programme specification providing further information about the learning and teaching methods used on the course.
Learning and teaching strategy and primary learning and teaching methods
Full-time students normally study 60 CATS points each semester. The standard model of weekly teaching for a module is a one hour lecture outlining the scope of the subject and a one-hour tutorial or practical class. Some modules are taught in two hours of studio classes, combining formal teaching with demonstrations and practice. Other modules are undertaken through mainly independent learning, directed through occasional lectures, tutorials and seminars.
Students learn independently during the academic year, through guided activities such as reading, practical skills development and completion of assessed coursework. For each module, they are expected to spend on average five hours per week on independent study.
At level 4, in semester 1, module CI153 is taught by a weekly lecture with the tutorial, directed reading and workshop activities for core skills topics. Students are supported through the induction process for the course, acquire the study skills necessary for succeeding as an undergraduate and practice professional skills relevant to their award.
At level 6, the Team project accounts for 40 CATS points. Students work in a team and are supported by a team of supervisors whom they meet regularly to discuss issues relating to their project. The project enables students to extend and deepen their knowledge and skills within the field of their award and to practice the self-management and team management of a major intellectual and practical challenge.
Work-related learning
The optional placement for full-time students is undertaken between Levels 5 and 6 and normally lasts for 48 weeks. Part-time students do not normally take the placement. Module CI282 is used to assess the placement year and is composed of reflection on the placement and in particular how it has helped the student to develop professionally.
E-Learning
Most modules require significant use of ICT by both students and staff. Extensive use is made of the University’s VLE for all modules. In addition, some modules make use of a range of e-learning tools such as wikis and blogs that are hosted on the divisions servers. On-line assessment is used where appropriate.
Professional accreditation
Accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS)
College sustainable development plan
The University of Brighton is committed to the principles of sustainable development. The products of business computing systems are largely intangible but require material and energy in the form of computers and data networks for their storage and activation. Greater impact on ecological sustainability may be made by the informational content of business computing systems, through their support for increased efficiency in utilisation of natural resources, or conversely by encouraging increased consumption.
The University Sustainability Policy’s Key Principles are inherent in the topics covered and the teaching approach adopted on this course. Open technologies and standards are used where appropriate; the principles of universal and accessible design are built into the course. The capabilities described in these principles are developed in students i.e.:
- critical thinking and problem-solving - a participatory, value-driven and inter-disciplinary approach - understanding local situations and global implications - action-orientation
These are all required attributes for working as a reflective, ethical business computing systems professional.
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ASSESSMENT
Assessment methods
This section sets out the summative assessment methods on the course and includes details on where to find further information on the criteria used in assessing coursework. It also provides an assessment matrix which reflects the variety of modes of assessment, and the volume of assessment in the course.
The information included in this section complements that found in the Key Information Set (KIS), with the programme specification providing further information about how the course is assessed.
All modules conform to the CEM assessment policy.
In particular, a variety of assessment methods to assess students’ knowledge and skills. These methods include:
Examinations: demonstration of knowledge and analytical skills.
Projects: research skills, problem analysis and problem-solving, solution building and evaluation.
Portfolios:
demonstration of the ability to apply knowledge, problem analysis and problem solving, integration of techniques to carry out tasks.
Reports: demonstration of analytical and communication skills.
Web-pages: as for reports, but also skills in information design and presentation.
Presentations:
knowledge and communication skills.
Computer-based assessment (particularly in the early programming work): knowledge and
problem-solving skills.
Tests (short usually in class, but may for convenience is in the exam periods): knowledge and understanding.
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The coursework schedules are published at the start of the academic year to ensure that student will be able to plan their time to facilitate the orderly completion of course work.
Assessment matrix
Award Learning outcomes Assessment Methods Modules Number of credits
Level 4/CertHE Knowledge
and understanding:
1. structure of software Examination, portfolio, design and development, viva
CI101, CI135 40
2. data types, structures, databases
Coursework, examination CI101, CI102 40
3. software components of a computer system
Coursework, examination, portfolio, viva
CI101,CI102,CI135 60
4. system development life- cycles
Coursework, examination CI101, CI143 40
5. interaction and usability Coursework CI141, CI136 10
6. professional, legal and ethical issues
Coursework, group work, presentation
CI153, CI113 30
7. organizational structures and functions
Coursework CI113 20
8. structure of industry Coursework, group work, presentation
CI113, CI153 20
9. application domains Coursework, group work, presentation
CI113, CI153 20
Level 4/CertHE Intellectual
skills:
10. problem analysis and problem solving
Coursework, examination CI101,CI102,CI143,CI144 60
11. evaluation Coursework, group work, presentation
CI153 20
12. research Coursework, group work, presentation
CI153 20
Level 4/CertHE Professional
and practical skills:
13. Software development Examination, portfolio, design and development, viva
CI101, CI102, CI135 60
14. Data analysis, database design/implementation
Coursework, examination CI102, CI143 30
15. System modelling Coursework, examination CI102 CI143 30
16. Web page construction Examination, portfolio, design and development, viva
CI135 20
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Level 4/CertHE Transferable
skills:
17. information gathering Coursework, group work, presentation
CI153 20
18. written and oral presentations
Coursework, group work, presentation
CI153,CI136 30
19. working in and managing groups
Coursework, group work, presentation
CI143, CI153 30
Level 5 and 6 Intellectual
skills:
1. Analysis: to analyse ‘problem’ situations and identify the requirements of possible solutions.
Coursework, examination, presentation
CI203, CI204, CI206, CI222, CI228, CI301, CI304, CI308, CI330, CI347, CI352
220
2. modelling: to model solutions to problems before implementation
Coursework, examination CI203, CI204, CI206, CI228, CI308, CI315, CI347
160
3. Evaluation: to identify the extent to which technological and/or organizational solutions, processes and techniques are effective.
Coursework, test, examination, presentation
CI204, CI206, CI222, CI225, CI226, CI228, CI304, CI308, CI320, CI352, CA380
180
4. use of tools and methods: to understand, learn and use new technologies, tools and methods.
Coursework, test, examination, presentation
CI203, CI204, CI206, CI222, CI225, CI228, CI233, CI301, CI315, CI347, CI348, CI349
210
5. Reflection and communication: including presentation succinctly to a range of audiences of reasoned arguments addressing a given technological opportunity.
Coursework, presentation, demonstratio n
CI222, CI226, CI228, CI233, CI301, CI352, CA380
110
6. professional awareness: including the ability to identify possible ethical issues in the exploitation of technologies and to work within professional, ethical and legal constraints.
Coursework, group work CI222, CI226, CI233, CI301, CI320, CI329
110
Level 5 and 6 Transferable
skills:
7. written and oral communication
Coursework, presentation, project
CI222, CI226, CI233, CI301, CI329
100
8. team working Group work CI222, CI233 20
9. problem analysis and solving
Coursework, test, examination, presentation
CI203, CI204, CI206, CI222, CI225, CI228, CI233, CI301, CI315, CI330
150
10. research Coursework, presentation, project
CI226, CI301, CI320 70
11. time management Group work, project CI222, CI233, CI301 70
12. working in an innovative and creative manner
Group work, project CI222, CI233, CI301 70
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Level 5 and 6 Knowledge and understanding:
13. information systems in an organizational environment
Coursework, group work, projects, presentations
CI206, CI222, CI226 CI301 80
14. computing and its constituent technologies and the applications of ICTs
Coursework, group work, projects, presentations
CI203, CI204, CI215, CI226, CI228, CI315, CI330, CI347
160
15. software components needed to implement computer applications in an organisational context including an internet environment
Coursework, group work, projects, examination
CI206, CI233, CI315, CI301, CI347
110
16. database design and implementation and data management in organisations
Coursework, group work, examination
CI204, CI233, CI330 50
Level 5 and 6 Professional and practical skills:
17. analysis of information systems and matching ICT solutions to requirements
Coursework, presentation, projects
CI206, CI226, CI308, CI301, CI347
110
18. design, specification and implementation of ICT solutions which address the business problems and requirements
Coursework, examination CI203, CI308, CI315, CI347 80
19. management of the development process
Coursework, group work, examination, project
CI222, CI301, CI315, CI329 90
20. design and implementation of business applications to support business and organisational objectives in a distributed environment
Coursework, examination CI228, CI203, CI315, CI330 70
Level M/ Intellectual Skills
1. Critical evaluation of Business computer systems and applied technologies.
Dissertation /Reports
SWM60/ SWM50
40
2. Autonomous research
Reports /Coursework/Dissertation
IDM25/ SWM99 60
3. Legal, ethical, social and professional issues
Reports/ Coursework/Dissertation
IDM25/SWM99/SWM53 80
4. Business systems quality assessment
Coursework/Dissertation
SWM60/SWM50
40
5. Manage projects with high degree of competence.
Thesis and presentation
SWM99/SWM60
60
Level M Transferable Skills
6. Analyse complex examples and solutions of application software of computer systems.
Dissertation /Reports
SWM60/SWM49
40
7. Provide systems specification and validation.
Coursework/ Reports
SWM42
20
8. Provide viable solutions to the design of complex application Software.
Reports/Coursework
SWM49/SWM42/SWM60
60
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Level M /Knowledge & understanding
9. Advanced knowledge in Artificial intelligence
Coursework / Reports SWM41 20
10. Advanced Project Planning & implementation
Reports & Thesis SWM99 40
11. Software design / implementation and Critical evaluation
Coursework/ Reports
SWM40/SWM49/SWM60
60
12. Critical Business System evaluation
Coursework/Reports ISM105 20
13. Management and implementation of industrial type project.
Reports/ Thesis
SWM99,IDM25,SWM42
60
14. Advanced research techniques.
Coursework/Reports IDM25 20
SUPPORT AND INFORMATION
Institutional / University
All students benefit from:
University induction week
Student handbook: the University and you
Course handbook
Extensive library facilities
Computer pool rooms
Email address
Student welfare service
Personal tutor for advice and guidance
Course-specific In addition, students on this course benefit from:
The school’s Student Support and Guidance Tutor provides support throughout level 4 and in exceptional circumstances for level 5 & 6 students
School, division, course and module specific areas on StudentCentral
Optional paid placement of 1 year between level 5 & 6 supported by the Faculty placement unit and individual tutors
Watts second and sixth-floor computer suites with access to software required for specific modules.
Research expertise.
Additional support,
specifically where courses
have non-traditional patterns of delivery (e.g. distance learning and work-based learning) include:
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COURSE STRUCTURE
This section includes an outline of the structure of the programme, including stages of study and progression points. Course Leaders may choose to include a structure diagram here.
The main aim of the undergraduate part of the Business Computer Systems award enables students to acquire the skills needed to develop the software components of business systems. Emphasis is on the technical and programming skills needed to construct systems, often web-based, that support business needs.
Course content and curriculum
All modules in level 4 and level 5 are compulsory. In level 6, students study one compulsory module as well as the mandatory group project (CI390). Students also take a number of options to take their credits up to 120 at level 6. Level M
Students progress direct from level 6, to level M. The curriculum at Master level consolidates and expands at an advanced level so as to deepen the knowledge of students in Business Computer System discipline by through specialised modules in Business computer system and Business Information systems.
Students work in a team or individually as the case may be, to plan, research and carry out a major project, which strengthens and extends their knowledge and skills in a chosen area. Students also study a further 40 CATS points of elective modules that explore more specialised areas relevant to a career in a Business environment.
At all levels of the course, there are opportunities for students to engage with local or national firms, either through in-house sessions with visiting speakers or through extra-curricular meetings and other events taking place in Brighton & Hove.
Students who successfully complete the four/five years of study combine specialist knowledge with a broad competence in relevant technologies are equipped to start a Leading role career in Computer Science industries.
Optional industry placement
Students are encouraged to take the placement year between levels 5 & 6. The main driving force behind the placement process is the Faculty Placement Unit which starts the process of helping students to find a placement by an induction week placement day in level 5.
Students undertaking the placement year study CI282 which allows them to gain 20 CATS point of credit for successfully completing the placement and undertaking course work to reflect on and document their experiences during the placement year.
Each student is visited at their placement location by their academic supervisor at least once during the placement period.
CI235 - Professional experience and learning, is also available as an option for students interested in industry placement.
Course Structure Diagram
Normal point of entry – LEVEL 4
Semester 1 Semester 2
CI101 Programming
CI102 Introduction to Databases
CI135 Introduction to web development
CI143 Introduction to requirements CI113 Introduction to Organisations
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analysis
CI153 Perspectives on Computing CI141 Human-computer interaction
Progress to LEVEL 5
Possible direct entry from Foundation degree
CI282 & CI235 Placement learning – optional work in industry
Progress to LEVEL 6
Possible direct entry from Foundation degree
Progress to LEVEL M
Subject benchmark statement
The Computing Benchmark Statement was used as the input to the design process for the course when it was validated and reviewed. At that time, this award was one of a number of awards in the Computing Undergraduate Programme, which shared a common level 4 first semester. The benchmark statement is available at:
http://www.qaa.ac.uk/academicinfrastructure/benchmark/statements/computing07.pdf
Semester 1 Semester 2
CI203 Web application development
CI204 Databases II
CI206 System analysis and design
CI228 Object oriented software architecture design & implementation
CI222 Project planning and control CI233 Integrated Group Project in business computing
CI225 Networking Technologies CI226 Socio-technical approaches to information systems
Semester 1 Semester 2
CI390 The team project for MComp
CI330 Data Management
Students choose 60 CATS points of options
Semester 1 Semester 2
SMW99 MComp individual project Students
choose
40 CATS
SWM60 Enterprise Application Development points of
IDM25 Research Methods
options from
PGMPC
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Modules
Status:
M = Mandatory (modules which must be taken and passed to be eligible for the award)
C = Compulsory (modules which must be taken to be eligible for the award)
O = Optional (optional modules)*
A = Additional (modules which must be taken to be eligible for an award accredited by a professional, statutory or regulatory body, including any non-credit bearing modules)
*Optional modules listed are indicative only and may be subject to change, depending on timetabling and staff availability
Level6 Module
code Status Module title Credit
4 CI101 C Programming 20
4 CI102 C Introduction to Databases 20
4 CI113 C Introduction to organisations 20
4 CI135 C Introduction to web development 20
4 CI141 C Human Computer Interaction 10
4 CI143 C Introduction to Requirements Analysis 10
4 CI153 C Perspectives on computing 20
5 CI203 C Web application development 20
5 CI204 C Databases II 20
5 CI206 C Systems analysis & design 20
5 CI222 C Project planning and control 10
5 CI225 C Network Technologies 10
5 CI226 C Socio-technical approaches to information systems 10
5 CI228 C Object oriented software architecture, design and implementation
20
5 CI233 C Integrated Group Project in Business Computing 10
5 CI235 O Professional experience and learning 20
5 CI282 O Placement learning 20
6 CI390 M Team Project for MComp 40
6 CI330 C Data management 20
6 CA380 O Entrepreneurship: New business planning 10
6 CI304 O Usability evaluation 20
6 CI308 O Systems development methods in practice 20
6 CI315 O Object Oriented Design and Architecture 20
6 CI320 O Intellectual property law & IT 20
6 CI329 O Project management 20
6 CI338 O Usability evaluation 10
6 CI347 O Web and network management 20
6 CI348 O Web management (Co-taught CI347) 10
M SWM99 M MComp Individual Project 40
6 All modules have learning outcomes commensurate with the FHEQ levels 0, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8. List the level which corresponds with the learning outcomes of each module.
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M IDM25 C Research Methods 20
M SWM40 O Algorithms and computability 20
M SWM 60 C Enterprise Application development 20
M SWM50 O Specification, Verification and Validation 20
M SWM49 O Distributed Systems Principles 20
M SWM53 O Intellectual Property Law 20
M SWM55 O Software Architectures 20
AWARD AND CLASSIFICATION
Award type Award* Title Level Eligibility for award Classification of award
Total credits7 Minimum credits8
Ratio of marks9: Class of award
Final MComp Business Computer Systems
7 Total credit 480 Minimum credit at level of award 120
Level 7 Marks Postgraduate
Intermediat e
BSc (Hons) Business Computer Systems
6 Total credit 360 Minimum credit at level of award 120
Levels 5 and 6 (25:75) Honours degree
Intermediat e
BSc Computing 6 Total credit 300 Minimum credit at level of award 60
Levels 5 and 6 (25:75) Degree
Intermediat e
DipHE Computing 5 Total credit 240 Minimum credit at level of award 240
Level 5 marks Diploma
Select CertHE Computing 4 Total credit 120 Minimum credit at level of award 120
Level 4 marks Certificate
*Foundation degrees only
Progression routes from
award:
Award classifications Mark/ band % Foundation degree Honours degree Postgraduate10 degree (excludes
PGCE and BM BS)
70% - 100% Distinction First (1) Distinction 60% - 69.99% Merit Upper second (2:1) Merit 50% - 59.99%
Pass Lower second (2:2) Pass
40% - 49.99% Third (3)
7 Total number of credits required to be eligible for the award. 8 Minimum number of credits required, at level of award, to be eligible for the award. 9 Algorithm used to determine the classification of the final award (all marks are credit-weighted). For a Master’s degree, the mark for the final element (e.g., dissertation) must be in the corresponding class of award. 10 Refers to taught provision: PG Cert, PG Dip, Masters.
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EXAMINATION AND ASSESSMENT REGULATIONS
Please refer to the Course Approval and Review Handbook when completing this section.
The examination and assessment regulations for the course should be in accordance with the University’s General Examination and Assessment Regulations for Taught Courses (available from Staffcentral or StudentCentral).
Specific regulations which materially affect assessment, progression and award on the course e.g. Where referrals or repeat of modules are not permitted in line with the University’s General Examination and Assessment Regulations for Taught Courses.
1. The course regulations are in accordance with the University's General Examination and Assessment Regulations (available from the school office, website or the Registry) and the university’s undergraduate marking/grading descriptors.
2. At L6 students who meet the University requirements for an ordinary
award will be awarded a BSc Computing
3. Students who meet the M Level requirements will be awarded the Master
of computing award MCOMP in Business Computer Systems.
4. Students who do not meet the M Level requirements for the MCOMP award will be awarded the B.Sc. (Hons.) in Business Computer Systems as an exit award with the appropriate degree classification calculated for the undergraduate degree programme.
Exceptions required by PSRB These require the approval of the Chair of the Academic Board
N/A
