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Take full advantage of professional-level developer software and advanced hardware that we provide through accreditations with Cisco and other major companies. Apply through Clearing 1year Full time £9,250 Tuition fee £12,500 International fee G602 UCAS code 20 Sep 21 Next start date Overview Course structure Facilities Fees and entry requirements Employment Register your interest Learning, teaching and assessment in 2021/22 Overview This one-year top-up course develops a blend of academic rigour and practical skills as it brings you up to the level of an honours degree. Take full advantage of professional-level developer software and advanced hardware that we provide through accreditations with Microsoft, Cisco and other major companies. Further modules include Advanced Databases, Artificial Intelligence and Product Development. A module on Project Management will equip you for working within project teams in large IT departments or specialist IT companies. Why us? Research in Computer Science and Informatics at Sunderland has been described as ‘internationally excellent’ by the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF) Ideal for people who want to top-up their existing qualification to a full honours degree Sunderland was named Smart City of the Year 2020 (Digital Leaders UK). Boasting the second-fastest growth in digital turnover outside of London, Sunderland is the ideal city to study computing and set up a business Come and join us! Join an Online Open Day Course structure Teaching methods include lectures, tutorials, seminars and laboratory sessions. We also use the University’s virtual learning environment for group activities, discussions, assignments and links to resources. We encourage you to develop independent study skills as well as to work with other students on the course. As well as assessments that count towards your degree, there are also on-going assessments for feedback and consolidating your learning. Assessment methods include coursework and exams. Final year (national level 6) Research (20 credits) Introduces a variety of research approaches and examines how to specify and contextualise a research problem, collect data, analyse and present data, and evaluate the methodology adopted. Product Development (20 credits) The module aims to provide you with the opportunity to develop your abilities in solution development. Advanced Cyber Security (20 credits) In this module you will learn how to analyse the range of tradeoffs in balancing the security properties of confidentiality, integrity and availability. You will also learn how to select the appropriate tools and techniques to address and manage concepts of risk, threats, vulnerabilities and potential attacks. Android Mobile Development (20 credits) Analyse, design, develop, test and deploy native mobile applications using Java and Android Studio. You will be introduced to native programming, application build and deployment, the Android ecosystem, security and software engineering in a student led and practical manner. Advanced Data Technologies (20 credits) Explore solutions related to complex database systems such as: enhanced data models, query optimisation, clustering, scalability, security, forensic investigation, data warehousing, data analysis tools and more. Artificial Intelligence (20 credits) Develop your knowledge of current AI principles and your skills in this fast-moving area, which is a particular focus of Sunderland’s research. Some modules have prerequisites. Read more about what this means in our Help and Advice article. Read more As well as an enthusiastic teaching team, you will be supported by the Academic Technical Support team, whose role is to aid students and staff with teaching and projects; help with practical taught sessions; and configure PCs and other kit. They are experienced and knowledgeable and can be approached by students for support at any time. Academic Technical Support Informatics Centre 360 This space is used for problem-based learning seminars and workshops across a range of computing and engineering courses. It is open-plan which allows for engaging group discussion and the space includes several smart screens which can be connected so the whole class can view the same presentation, or can work individually for separate group projects.Learning Lab The David Goldman Informatics Centre has a variety of open plan spaces, and the Level 2 Gallery is a communal space for students to relax and study. Audio Visual Technology is available for students to use whenever, for example, using smart screens to view presentations for further study. Level 2 Gallery We’ve got thousands of books and e-books on computing topics, with many more titles available through the inter-library loan service. We also subscribe to a comprehensive range of print and electronic journals so you can access the most reliable and up-to-date academic and industry articles. Some of the most important sources for computing students include: British Standards Online which offers more than 35,000 documents covering specifications for products, dimensions, performance and codes of practice Association of Computing Machinery digital library, which includes full-text articles from journals as well as conference proceedings Science Direct, which offers more than 18,000 full-text journals published by Elsevier Archives of publications from Emerald, including over 35,000 full-text articles dating back to 1994 on a range of subjects including technology Business Source Elite from EBSCO Publishing that covers hundreds of journals that include coverage of e-commerce and information management Library Services - IT Map and directions Facilities This course is based at the David Goldman Informatics Centre, a high-tech computing environment with strong links to software companies and a constant exchange of ideas and people. Entry requirements We don’t currently display entry requirements for United States. Please contact the Student Admin team on studentadmin@sunderland.ac.uk or 0191 515 3154. The typical entry requirement is successful completion of one of the following: HND or Foundation Degree in a subject related to computer science 240 credits or equivalent of a recognised UK undergraduate award in a relevant subject There is a range of qualifications that would satisfy the entry requirements and we will consider each application individually. If English is not your first language, please see our English language requirements. Is your qualification not displaying here? For international qualifications, search our full list of international entry requirements for this course. Fees and finance The annual fee for this course is: £9,250 if you are from the UK/*Europe £12,500 if you are an international student *European Union (EU), EEA (European Economic Area) and Swiss nationals are classed as international, however 21/22 entrants will receive a European student fee scholarship and will pay the (undergraduate) home tuition fee rate of £9,250 for the duration of their studies. The discounted fee will be reflected in your offer letter. Learn more in our Help and Advice article. Take a look at the Your Finances section to find out about the scholarships and bursaries that may be available to you. This information was correct at the time of publication. Career ready This course has a strong emphasis on real-world learning that boosts employability and equips you to make a bigger contribution in the workplace. Graduate success Sunderland has a good reputation with employers and, according to the Destination of Leavers from Higher Education Survey 2016/17, 93.4% of our graduates are in employment, further study or training within six months of graduating, (based on full-time, first degree, home leavers). The top type of job gained by our graduates is ‘information and communication technology professional’. Career options Our graduates have gone on to become web programmers, IT managers, information analysts and software developers. Employers that have taken on our graduates include Sage, British Airways and the NHS. Other graduates have started their own businesses or become software contractors earning over £50,000 a year. The Enterprise Place If you have a good idea for a new business and have the dedication and motivation to make it happen, then we want to hear from you. The Enterprise Place, based on-campus at St Peter's Gate Business Centre, is the perfect environment for entrepreneurial students and graduates to turn their business ideas into reality. You will have access to free hot desk space, IT facilities, specialist advice and support and business mentors and networking opportunities. Meet the students Through the excellent support and tuition from staff I achieved a 1st class honours degree Dominic Button Sound good? Change your life. Apply now View all staff for BSc (Hons) Computer Systems Engineering (Top-Up) Related courses BSc (Hons) Computer Systems Engineering (Top-Up) via Study Centres Search text Search Contact Contact the Student Helpline for further information about studying at the University of Sunderland: 0191 515 3000 student.helpline@sunderland.ac.uk View Programme Specifications for the Faculty of Technology. Page last updated: 12 July 2021 Sign up to receive more information Sign up to receive emails about your subject area. 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