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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
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
