Common First Year for Computer Science Degrees 2019/20
The first year course for Computer Science and Computer Science with Business students provides an introduction to programming and computer systems, and incorporates basic mathematics of relevance to Computer Science.
Modules
The normal load is 120 CATS credits. Students are required to take six core modules (90 CATS) and 30 CATS selected from the list of optional modules below.
Core Modules |
Term
|
CATS
|
Examined/
|
---|---|---|---|
CS118 Programming for Computer Scientists | 1 | 15 | E(60) A(40) |
CS126 Design of Information Structures | 2 | 15 | E(50) A(50) |
CS130 Mathematics for Computer Scientists I | 1 | 15 | E(80) A(20) |
CS131 Mathematics for Computer Scientists II | 2 | 15 | E(80) A(20) |
CS132 Computer Organisation and Architecture | 1 | 15 | E(60) A(40) |
CS133 Professional Skills | 1,2 | 15 | A(100) |
Optional Modules |
Term
|
CATS
|
Examined/
|
---|---|---|---|
CS139 Web Development Technologies | 2 | 15 | E(50) A(50) |
CS140 Computer Security | 1 | 15 | E(60) A(40) |
CS141 Functional Programming | 2 | 15 | E(60) A(40) |
CS142 Visualisation | 2 | 15 | A(100) |
IB104 Mathematical Programming I | 3 | 12 | E(66) A(34) |
PH142 Central Themes in Philosophy | 2 | 15 | E(85) A(15) |
PH144 Mind and Reality | 1 | 15 | E(85) A(15) |
A Foreign Language | 12/15/24/30 |
Modules from other Departments
More information on modules taught by other departments can be found at the following sites: