Computing Science BSc (Hons)

Program Overview

Computing Science BSc (Hons)

Course Overview

The rise in digital technology has increased the demand for highly skilled professionals with a thorough understanding of key computing technologies, combined with the practical skills to solve software issues.

Why Coventry University Wrocław?

At Coventry University Wrocław, we aim to offer a career-focused experience to help you progress in your future career. Our offer is designed to fit around your life, allowing you to benefit from a modern, forward-thinking higher education institution, reinforced by the quality and reputation of Coventry University.

What You'll Study

Year One

• Networking - 30 credits
  • This introductory module aims to provide knowledge of key networking and computer architectures.
• Operating Systems – 30 credits
  • In this module you will learn basic operating system concepts including processes, memory management, drivers and file systems, while examining security risks and security management strategies.
• Information Security – 30 credits
  • This module will cover the issues of IT security and risk.
• Problem Solving and Programming – 30 credits
  • Basic problem-solving and algorithm design techniques will be studied in this module, alongside programming and programming language concepts.

Year Two

• Computer Hardware – 30 credits
  • This module focuses on computer architecture and operations, particularly as it affects the support of operating systems and applications.
• Human Computer Interaction and Web Development – 30 credits
  • During this technical module, you will be set a number of increasingly challenging communication, interface and application design problems commonly faced in modern day society.
• Algorithms and Data Structures – 30 credits
  • In this module, you will extend your programming and algorithm design skills and gain the ability to structure and manipulate intricate data sets through extensive work with complex software.
• Communications – 30 credits
  • In preparation for the final year project, this collaborative module aims to enhance your skillset by developing key skills such as communication, team working, co-operation and collaboration, project planning, commercial awareness, cultural awareness and distributed working.

Placement Year

• EU Work Placement– 0 credits
  • This module provides you with an opportunity to reflect upon and gain experience for an approved placement undertaken during your programme.
• International Study/Work Placement – 0 credits
  • This module provides you with an opportunity to reflect upon and gain experience for an approved international study/work placement undertaken during your programme.

Final Year

• Big Data – 30 credits
  • You will work with databases and datasets of varying sizes and levels of complexity in this module, from small scale use to enterprise-scalable implementations.
• Internet of Things – 30 credits
  • The underlying principles, technologies and architecture of wireless sensor networks will be examined in this module along with current practical applications and future trends.
• Contemporary Issues in Computing – 30 credits
  • You'll look at a range of contemporary and emerging technologies, applications and professional issues in computing.
• Project – 30 credits
  • You have the opportunity to focus on an area of interest within the field of Computing Science, which may be aligned to your future career interests.

How You'll Learn

Our teaching methods are varied, offering several teaching styles to suit the needs of all our students.

• Lectures
• Online aspects
• Workshops
• Group work

Teaching Contact Hours

The number of full-time contact hours may vary from semester to semester, however, on average, it is likely to be around 20 contact hours per week.

Assessment

Unlike traditional institutions, there are no end-of-year exams. Instead, learning is assessed through coursework and phase tests, which is more reflective of our learning model.

Entry Requirements

Polish Requirements

• Polish Matura Exam: Pass Matura (Świadectwo Dojrzałości) poziom podstawowy/basic level with satisfactory grade 40% or better
• Polish Matura Advanced Level: Pass Matura poziom rozszerzony/advanced level with a grade of 55% in two subjects. Obtain 75% in Matura extended level English Language Exam OR IELTS 6.0 overall OR equivalent.

EU Requirements

• EU exams: We're here to help you understand which qualifications, diplomas and certificates you can use from your own country to meet our entry requirements.
• International Baccalaureate (IB Diploma): 28 points

International Requirements

For international students and regional specific information, find your home country on our regional entry requirements page.

English Language Requirements

A telephone interview to assess English language skills will be arranged for non-native English speakers.

If you hold IELTS Level 6.0 (with no component less than 5.5) or equivalent, you will not have to complete the telephone interview.

Fees and Funding

2024/25 tuition fees.

• EU: 27,500 zł (EU) per year
• International: 46,000 zł (non-EU) per year

Facilities

Coventry University Wrocław will offer you a wide range of facilities to support your studies and help you succeed.

• Fully equipped classrooms for interactive and collaborative teaching
• IT suites purpose-built to support the needs of our students
• Break out spaces

Careers and Opportunities

On completion, you should be able to:

• Use an enquiring, critical and reflective approach to computing science.
• Develop practical skills to solve complex workshop-based problems.
• Appraise a problem and debate alternative, sustainable solutions.
• Key practical and transferable skills to enhance their long-term employability or to progress to specialist, postgraduate study.

Globally recognised, the technology industry boasts several compelling benefits. In addition to impressive graduate prospects and elevated salaries, computer science graduates could have numerous opportunities in a diverse range of fields.

This varied industry means you can expand into several specialist areas. Possible career paths include Mobile and Software Application Development, Video Game Designing, Database Administration, Web Development, Network and Computer Systems Administration and IT Security.