Computer Science (User Experience)
Goldsmiths, University of London
UCAS Code: G4I1 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
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Access to HE Diploma
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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
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Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
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Scottish Advanced Higher
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Scottish Higher
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About this course
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**The BSc Computer Science: User Experience will equip you with the skills to understand users' needs, and critique and improve the impact of systems in our society.**
**Why study BSc Computer Science (User Experience)**
This Computer Science pathway gives you specialist knowledge in user experience. You'll learn the methods to explore the needs of users in specific contexts and critique the impact of computer systems on wider society. To facilitate knowledge in this area, you'll study statistics in place of algorithms or graphics. In completing this degree, you'll learn how to:
- Develop computer interfaces designed from a user-centred perspective.
- Measure users’ performance across different computing tasks.
- Conduct user studies to uncover the implications of a new system.
- Consider accessibility and how people with different needs will interact with your interfaces.
- Consider how to systems are build systems that are appropriate for global audiences.
- Consider the ethical implications of modern computer systems and their impact on society.
**Computer Science pathways**
As well as BSc Computer Science (User Experience), we offer several pathways that allow you to focus on the following specialisms:
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence and Data Science)
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Cybersecurity)
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Software Engineering)
**Create your own projects**
The degree is hands-on and practical from the start. You'll be creating your own web and mobile applications, data visualisations, and games. You'll also explore your potential through practical projects whilst learning relevant technical skills for your future career.
**Placements**
In your third year, you’ll have the opportunity to take a full-year industry placement (making this programme four years full-time, or seven years part-time).
This gives you valuable experience to build confidence, further develop skills and industry insight, and enhance your career prospects. By the end of your degree, you’ll have built a portfolio of work to kickstart your career in the creative industry.
**MSci study route**
Depending on your academic results, you’ll also have the opportunity to continue your studies to MSci level. This will give you an undergraduate master’s level qualification, and let you delve deeper into your chosen specialism. You can find out more about the MSci study route in the programme specification.
Modules
Year 1
In your first year, you'll take the following compulsory modules:
Introduction to Programming
User Experience and the Web
Logic and Computer Architecture
Computing Project 1
Introduction to Statistics for Business and User Experience
Identity, Agency & Environment 1
Identity, Agency & Environment 2
Optional modules
You'll then choose an optional module from the following list:
Graphics 1
Algorithms 1
Business Enterprise in the Digital Era
Year 2
In your second year, you'll take the following compulsory modules:
Software Development and Design
Computing Project 2
Object Oriented Programming
Interaction Design
Networks and Operating Systems
Information Security
The Goldsmiths Elective
Goldsmiths’ Social Change Module
Optional placement year
Our degrees include an optional industrial placement year after the second year of study. You'll be responsible for securing a placement, but we can support you through this process.
Although we encourage you to take the opportunity of a placement year, you can also complete your degree in three years.
Year 3 (or year 4 with placement year)
In your final year, you'll complete the following compulsory modules, including a compulsory project Computer Science.
Final Project in Computer Science
Designing Accessible Interfaces
Ethical Computing for the Social Economy
Designing for Global Markets
Optional modules
You'll then take 1 or 2 optional modules from a list produced annually by the Department of Computing.
*Please note that due to staff research commitments not all of these modules may be available every year.
Assessment methods
You’ll be assessed by a variety of methods, depending on your module choices. These include coursework, examinations, group work and projects. If you opt for an industrial placement year, your placement tutor will assess your work. If you complete the placement year successfully, you earn the endorsement 'with work experience' on your degree certificate.
The Uni
Goldsmiths, University of London
Computing
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