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Programme code | 4COSC005T |
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Programme type | Postgraduate Taught Degree |
Programme director(s) |
Oliver Ray
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Faculty | Faculty of Engineering |
School/department | Department of Computer Science |
Teaching institution | University of Bristol |
Awarding institution | University of Bristol |
Relevant QAA subject benchmark groups | Computing (2019) (benchmark statement) |
Mode of study | Full Time |
Programme length | 1 years (full time) |
give an understanding of the theoretical basis of computer science, and its importance in software development, including formal methods. (CB 2.1)
give an understanding of the underlying principles of computer systems, and the applications which run on them. (CB 2.1)
give a foundation in professional standards of analysis, design, implementation, testing and documentation in software development. (CB 2.1)
give experience in both team working and individual working. (CB 2.2)·
give an appreciation of the use of computers as part of larger systems, the safety and technical aspects of such usage. (CB 2.1)·
give an appreciation of the professional, ethical and legal obligations. (CB 2.2)·
give an appreciation of the current state and future directions of technological advances in computer science. (CB 2.2)
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes | Learning and Teaching Methods |
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Lectures, group project work, individual project work, seminars |
Methods of Assessment | |
1 - 3 Coursework assignments, practical work. |
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes | Learning and Teaching Methods |
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Lectures, group project work, individual project work, seminars |
Methods of Assessment | |
1-5 Coursework assignments and practical work |
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes | Learning and Teaching Methods |
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Lectures, group project work, individual project work, seminars |
Methods of Assessment | |
1-2 Coursework assignments |
Statement of expectations from the students at each level of the programme as it/they develop year on year.
Level C/4 - Certificate |
Students will be competent programmers, be able to approach large-scale software engineering design in a professional manner and have experience of working on group projects. |
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Level I/5 - Intermediate |
Students will study a selection of key topics in Computer Science. Having studied these topics, they will have the necessary background to begin work on their dissertations. |
Level H/6 - Honours |
Ability to plan a piece of research, develop a methodology, present arguments, conduct research in practice, conduct intellectual argument about the research, write up and present in written form. |
The intended learning outcome mapping document shows which mandatory units contribute towards each programme intended learning outcome.
For information on the admissions requirements for this programme please see details in the postgraduate prospectus at http://www.bristol.ac.uk/prospectus/postgraduate/ or contact the relevant academic department.
Twenty four weeks of taught units, starting in October and finishing in May, as outlined in the structure above. The taught units are examined by practical work and, in most cases, a formal examination. The exams take place before the summer. During the summer, a project will be completed leading to a dissertation. The project specification and design are started in the second term. The dissertation should be submitted by 30th September. The project is a substantial piece of work, which may be commercially or industrially related. Joint projects with local industries are often available and encouraged. Topics for projects are offered by both staff members and industrial partners. Hence, topics tend to reflect the current research interests of the Department and the needs of industry. Students may also suggest their own topic to staff members for supervision.
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Unit Name | Unit Code | Credit Points | Status | |
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Programming in C | COMSM1201 | 30 | Mandatory | TB-1 |
Overview of Computer Architecture | COMSM1302 | 20 | Mandatory | TB-1 |
Software Engineering and Group Project | COMSM1401 | 20 | Mandatory | TB-2 |
Object Oriented Programming with Java | COMSM0103 | 10 | Mandatory | TB-2 |
Research Skills | COMSM2202 | 20 | Mandatory | TB-4 |
Web Technologies | COMSM0104 | 10 | Mandatory | TB-2 |
MSc Project Computer Science | COMSM3201 | 60 | Mandatory | AYEAR |
Databases | COMSM0016 | 10 | Mandatory | TB-2 |
MSc Computer Science | 180 |
The pass mark set by the University for any level 7(M) unit is 50 out of 100.
For detailed rules on progression please see the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes and the relevant faculty handbook.
All taught masters programmes, unless exempted by Senate, must allow the opportunity for students to exit from the programme with a postgraduate diploma or certificate.
To be awarded a postgraduate diploma, students must have successfully completed 120 credit points, of which 90 must be at level M/7.
To be awarded a postgraduate certificate, students must have successfully completed 60 credit points, of which 40 must be at level M/7.
An award with Merit or Distinction is permitted for postgraduate taught masters, diplomas and certificates, where these are specifically named entry-level qualifications. An award with Merit or Distinction is not permitted for exit awards where students are required to exit the programme on academic grounds. An exit award with Merit or Distinction may be permitted where students are prevented by exceptional circumstances from completing the intended award.
The classification of the award in relation to the final programme mark is as follows:
Award with Distinction*: at least 65 out of 100 for the taught component overall and, for masters awards, at least 70 out of 100 for the dissertation. **Faculties retain discretion to increase these thresholds.
Award with Merit*: at least 60 out of 100 for the taught component overall and, for masters awards, at least 60 out of 100 for the dissertation. Faculties retain discretion to increase these thresholds.
* The MA in Law has separate regulations for awarding distinction and merit.
** For the award of Distinction, the Faculty of Engineering requires at least 70 out of 100 for the taught component overall and, for masters awards, at least 70 out of 100 for the dissertation.
All taught masters programmes, unless exempted by Senate, must allow the opportunity for students to choose, or be required, to leave at the postgraduate diploma or certificate stage.
To be awarded a postgraduate diploma, students must have successfully completed 120 credit points, of which 90 must be at level M/7.
To be awarded a postgraduate certificate, students must have successfully completed 60 credit points, of which 40 must be at level M/7.
Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.
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