Information systems and computing at brunel university
- 1. Dr Nayna Patel Department of Computer Science Lecturer and Director of Undergraduate Admissions
- 2. The importance of computing Try to imagine a world without computers…. What would this mean?
- 3. 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
- 4. 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
- 5. 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
- 6. 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.
- 7. Our Degrees Pathways Business Computing Computer Science Computer Science Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) Computer Science (Digital Media & Games) Computer Science (Network Computing) Computer Science (Software Engineering) Business Computing Business Computing (e-Business) Business Computing (Human Computer Interaction) Business Computing (Social Media)
- 8. 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.
- 9. 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
- 10. Degree Structure Computer Science/ Business Computing Common Core Business Computing (Human Computer Interaction) Business Computing (e-Business) Business Computing (Social Media) Computer Science (Digital Media & Games) Computer Science (Software Engineering) Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) Computer Science (Network Computing) Computer Science General Specialist Business Computing General Specialist Computer Science Business Computing First Year Second Year Final Year
- 11. First Year – Key Elements Programming Robot Olympics Group Project
- 12. Second Year – Key Elements Group Project Mobile App
- 13. Final Year – Key Elements Individual project Advanced Topics in Business Computing/ Computer science
- 14. Made in Brunel Software Innovation
- 15. …with Professional Placement Computer Science/ Business Computing Common Core Computer Science Business Computing First Year Second Year Computer Science Professional Placement Business Computing General Business Computing (Human Computer Interaction) Business Computing (e-Business) Business Computing (Social Media) Computer Science (Digital Media & Games) Computer Science (Software Engineering) Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) Computer Science (Network Computing) General Specialist Specialist Final Year
- 16. 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
- 17. 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
- 18. Rinesh and Munyutu on placement at Formula 1 Team Williams F1
- 19. 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
- 20. Brunel Graduate - Chelsea • 2013 Graduate • BSc Information Systems • Placement: IBM – Business Operations Analyst • Employment: AMG Mercedes F1 – Business Systems Graduate
- 21. 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
- 22. Graduate Destinations Bank of America Aviva Vodafone Cisco Goldman Sachs RBS Cap Gemini Mirror Group Logica Sony Music
- 23. 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
- 25. Level 1 Modules Computer Science / Business Computing Introductory Programming (Common) Logic and Computation (Common) Business Computing & Organisations (Common) Data and Information (Common) Level 1 Group Project (Common)
- 26. Level 2 Modules Computer Science Software Development and Management (Common) Usability Engineering (Common) Algorithms and their Applications Networks and Operating Systems Level 2 Group Project (Common)
- 27. Level 2 Modules Business Computing Software Development and Management (Common) Usability Engineering (Common) Business Analysis and Process Modelling ICTs in Society Level 2 Group Project (Common)
- 28. Level 3 Modules Computer Science Computer Science Project Software Project Management (Common) Advanced Topics in Computer Science Specialist option General option
- 29. Level 3 Modules Business Computing Business Computing Project Software Project Management (Common) Advanced Topics in Business Computing Specialist option General option