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Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Software Development, Level 8 (Add-On)

Course Description:

This course will give the student the opportunity to gain an honours degree in advanced aspects of software development. The course builds on previous levels of knowledge and assumes that students are of a high academic standard. The core subjects are closely aligned with Microsoft technologies and certification enabling the student to learn with the latest tools/technologies and also to achieve industry recognised certifications.

Mandatory Subjects:

Windows Programming 3
Web Programming 3
Human Computer Interaction
Artificial Intelligence
Organisational Behaviour
Project

Key Skills:

Programming algorithms and software languages
Internet design and deployment
Database design and development
System methodologies and project management
Research and problem solving
Business principles and management practices

Career Opportunities:

You will be equipped with the skills to work in any of a number of roles in the IT industry. There is a constant demand for enthusiastic and well qualified software engineers; system software programmers; project managers; database application specialists; internet designers and developers; business systems analyst; business technology designers; information security analysts; client/server application developers.

Award:

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Software Development, Level 8

Duration:

1 year

Number of places:

Other entry requirements:

An ordinary degree in computing or equivalent with significant element of software development. Applicants without a ordinary degree but with significant professional experience may also be considered on an case by case basis.

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