Cardiff School of Technologies

At Cardiff School of Technologies, our degrees are designed to prepare you for a career shaping the future of technology.

Lectures, tutorials and hands-on workshops combine our multidisciplinary research with practical scenarios based on real-life cases provided by our industry and technology partners.

You will have multiple opportunities to expand your knowledge and prepare for the jobs of the future. All our courses offer an optional sandwich year in industry, and some give you the option to focus on specialist pathways.

You can also choose to take additional professional qualifications, join our research centres and labs as an undergraduate intern, or take part in international competitions, projects and study trips where you team up with other students on real-world briefs.

Whether you want to work in industry, launch your own start-up company, or enter the world of research and development, our degrees will prepare you with the confidence, experience and skills you need to thrive in the technology sector.

Refer back to the course directory on pages 22-23 for a full list of Computing, Engineering and Creative Technologies degrees.

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Technologies Facilities

Our Cardiff School of Technologies building is home to specialised learning spaces designed to help you develop practical skills.

You will be able to work collaboratively in our flexible open learning areas and gain experience with industry-like scenarios in a positive environment.

Our specialist spaces include:

Robotics Lab Computer Security Lab Electronic Systems Lab

Games Design & Development Lab Data Science & Artificial Intelligence Lab

Teaching Labs

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128 | Undergraduate Prospectus 2023

My Robotics Internship at Cardiff Met

I started working as an undergraduate intern at the EUREKA Robotics Centre, one of Cardiff Met’s leading research centres, under the supervision of two of my lecturers.

I had the chance of learning about the latest robotics research and development, developing skills in 3D printing technologies, and gaining lots of knowledge on robotic arms. The Centre helped nurture my ability to develop and program robots to solve real challenges experienced by humans, and I managed to conduct successful demonstrations.

Through the Centre, I also worked as a STEM Communicator delivering robotics outreach sessions in schools. This was a great chance to pass on my knowledge and passion to young learners through interactive workshops.

Aveen Najm

Computer Science BSc (Hons)

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Undergraduate Prospectus 2023 | 129

Business Information Systems

Our Business Information Systems degree is designed to develop your knowledge and expertise in the analysis, development and application of socio-technical systems, with a deep understanding of the importance of information technology and computing in society.

You will be exposed to the state-of-the art theories, technologies and research that will shape and transform society over the next decade. You will gain a solid grounding in the theoretical foundations of information, technology and systems applied to modern business environments. At a higher level, this programme will prepare you for graduate work by showcasing the impact and importance of information systems to the UK and global digital economy. The course begins by developing fundamental programming skills and moves on to apply these skills on web-based applications. Broadening options will address the design of information systems for global business, data and knowledge management, multimedia and interaction, marketing, strategic management, cyber security and business intelligence.

Graduates able to operate as software developers with an understanding of the critical importance of business information systems to global commerce. This degree has been accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT. Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the standards set by BCS. An accredited degree entitles you to professional membership of BCS, which is an important part of the criteria for achieving Chartered IT Professional (CITP) status through the Institute. Some employers recruit preferentially from accredited degrees, and an accredited degree is likely to be recognised by other countries that are signatories to international accords.

Course: Business Information Systems – BSc (Hons) UCAS Tariff: 96 Duration: 3/4/5 years full-time Key:  F PY

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Computer Games Design & Development

Our Computer Games Design & Development degree equips you with the skills needed to follow a career in games development or in the wider IT industry.

The course covers the techniques used to create computer games, including the relevant theory and practice from Computer Science & Software Engineering. This provides you with an understanding of how games are designed and developed, in addition to the transferable knowledge and skills you can take forward in your career as games technology advances.

You will be exposed to the latest tools and technologies used in industry, as well as work on a number of game projects targeted at different hardware platforms. As you progress through the course, you will learn the skills that will allow you to explore and develop your own game ideas as well as understand the business and employment opportunities that exist in the games industry.

The UK has a vibrant, innovative video games culture, with approximately 37.3m people in the UK playing games and a market value of £5.35bn in 2019 (UKIE, 2020). The games software market made up 48% of the UK entertainment media market in 2019, larger than both video and music (ERA, 2020).

The Department has strong links with industry and key technology companies throughout the UK and Europe. All students have the opportunity to participate in research, enterprise, public engagement, student exchange and internship programmes.

Course: Computer Games Design & Development – BSc (Hons) UCAS Tariff: 96 Duration: 3/4 years full-time

Key: F PY

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Computer Science

Designed in consultation with industry, our Computer Science degree will equip you with a strong knowledge of the key concepts of computing, software and systems.

Creating links between theory and practice, the course covers the theoretical foundations of data and computation, computer architectures, the construction of computers and their operating systems. You will build on these theories to develop a broad range of practical programming and software development skills, along with highly transferable computational thinking, analytical and problem solving skills. You will examine how professional software code is best organised, and will begin working at the boundary where software and hardware meet to understand how software can interact with the physical world. Broadening options will allow you to hone your knowledge in specialist areas such as Artificial Intelligence, mobile technologies, robotics, and data analytics and business intelligence to become highly employable across different sectors of the digital economy. As such, you can graduate with a named award in:

BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Mobile Computing) BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Robotics) BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Data Analytics)

This degree has been accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT. Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the standards set by BCS. An accredited degree entitles you to professional membership of BCS, which is an important part of the criteria for achieving Chartered IT Professional (CITP) status through the Institute. Some employers recruit preferentially from accredited degrees, and an accredited degree is likely to be recognised by other countries that are signatories to international accords.

Course: Computer Science - BSc (Hons) with specialist pathways in: • Mobile Computing • Robotics • Artificial Intelligence • Data Analytics UCAS Tariff: 96 Duration: 3/4/5 years full-time Key:  F PY

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Computer Security

Often called Cyber Security, this degree in Computer Security will explore the technologies and practices designed to protect networks, computers and data from attack, damage or unauthorised access.

You will gain the skills and knowledge to understand, apply and critically evaluate the principles that underpin Computer Security. Through lectures, tutorials, technical labs and real-world case studies, you will learn how attacks work, the likely threats and vulnerabilities, and the approaches used by attackers.

Using industry-standard tools and techniques, you will learn how to conduct penetration testing and vulnerability analysis in business organisations to develop secure systems. You will understand and design frameworks that can be implemented across organisations to reduce risk, identify and mitigate vulnerability, and satisfy compliance obligations.

Course modules are integrated with professional certification contents such as Cisco Networking (CCNA) and Cyber Security, and Certified Ethical Hacking (CEH) to provide you with cutting-edge knowledge.

You will have the option to undertake these certifications alongside your studies at no additional cost. As a Cardiff School of Technologies student, you will also have the opportunity to participate in industry-relevant challenges and competitions to test your skills and develop your abilities.

This course is one of only ten computer security BSc programmes in the UK, and was the first Bachelor’s degree in Wales to be awarded provisional certification by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). Full accreditation will be awarded when the first cohort of graduates have successfully completed the course. Cardiff Met is also an Academic Partner of the Chartered Institute of Information Security (CIISec). This will provide an opportunity for students to qualify as a Student Member of the CIISec and start their journey to chartered information security professional status.

Course: Computer Security – BSc (Hons) UCAS Tariff: 96 Duration: 3/4 years full-time

Key: F PY

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Computing for Interaction

Informed by industry needs, the Computing for Interaction degree sits at the intersection between software development and creative design.

You will develop your skills in application design and development – both web and mobile – with a focus on user experience (UX) and interface design to build attractive and usable websites, applications and software.

During the course, you will investigate how emerging technologies – including invisible interfaces, the Internet of Things (IoT) and Edge and Cloud Computing – change the way users interact with software, hardware and the ever increasing amount of data we are presented with. You will look at industry-relevant aspects of software development, including project lifecycles, budget and proposal development, the role of the prototype, and the practical application of production processes to develop client-centred projects.

You will be professionally prepared to contribute to multi-disciplinary teams as an information architect in the field of prototype application and website development, and in usability testing and interaction design – applying best practices in design to the production of interactive software products or systems.

Course: Computing for Interaction – BSc (Hons) UCAS Tariff: 96 Duration: 3/4/5 years full-time

Key: F PY

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Computing with Creative Design

Our Computing with Creative Design degree, run in collaboration with the Product Design course in the Cardiff School of Art and Design, will enable you to develop your computing skills with a particular focus on the creative and design opportunities that are presented within the discipline.

In addition to learning the fundamentals of developing computer-based and softwaredriven systems, you will be encouraged to incorporate modern product design thinking into your technical work. The course will introduce you to a wide range of technologies and tools that facilitate the design and creation of new hardware and software solutions, helping you develop your analytical abilities while looking at product design processes. This will enable you to establish yourself as a ‘hybrid’ individual, well equipped to bridge the gap between the technical and creative worlds to create innovative solutions to problems old and new.

Given the growing application of digital technology across all sectors and domains, professionals who marry the skills of creativity and design with the ability to build reliable and supportable software, are increasingly in demand. This course will enable you to achieve this interdisciplinary skillset, providing access to opportunities across a variety of sectors and fields such as the arts, entertainment/games, mobile app development, multimedia, product/web design and other interactive systems.

Course: Computing with Creative Design – BSc (Hons) UCAS Tariff: 96 Duration: 3/4 years full-time

Key: F PY

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Data Science

Data generated by humans and machines is transforming our society, economics and politics, to the extent that The Economist recently labelled big data “The world’s most valuable resource”. The ability to garner meaningful insights, knowledge and intelligence from complex data has never been more important.

Informed by industry needs, our Data Science degree will enable you to understand, apply and critically evaluate data science and artificial intelligence principles. The degree will equip you with the in-demand skills to design and utilise data science systems and use industry standard tools and techniques to address real world problems.

A wide range of industry and government organisations have worked closely in developing the programme, creating challenging scenarios and assessments based on real-life cases for the students’ learning environment. Preparing you to meet industry needs, the curriculum covers Blockchain technology – a first of its kind in Wales.

You will have the option to explore work experience opportunities, and widen your international perspective through student exchanges and internships with a number of European and international partners.

If you have an analytical mindset, like to think and work outside the box, and enjoy exploring and analysing data to solve practical problems, then this is the programme for you.

Course: Data Science – BSc (Hons) UCAS Tariff: 96 Duration: 3/4/5 years full-time

Key: F PY

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Electronic & Computer Systems Engineering

This integrated degree in Electronic & Computer Systems Engineering will provide you with the skills needed to work with both software and hardware to design exciting electronic and computer-based systems. Embedded systems are ubiquitous in the modern world and their use will grow with the advent of the Internet of Things and the needs of Industry 4.0.

You will gain a thorough grounding in electrical and electronic theory, signals and systems as well as computer programming. You will cover embedded system programming as well as networks and cyber security, addressing the professional and ethical considerations of digitisation.

The skills you gain during the course will equip you for graduate roles in this expanding sector. The programme is industry focused, offering opportunities for industrial placements.

This programme is seeking accreditation with the Institution of Engineering and Technology on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer. The course has been designed to meet the needs of accreditation and with a view to back dating the effective date to include all students who graduate from the programme.

Course: Electronic & Computer Systems Engineering – BEng/MEng UCAS Tariff: 112 Duration: 3/4 years full-time

Key: F PY

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Robotics Engineering

This integrated programme in Robotics Engineering will give you a broad exposure to one of the most dynamic and growing sectors in technology.

The unique design of the programme will offer you the opportunity to study the most exciting aspects of robotics, and apply them to the design and development of sophisticated autonomous intelligent systems. You will be exposed to a wide range of robotics engineering theories and scientific applications, with consideration for the ethical issues surrounding the sector. Hands-on experience with state-of-the-art equipment will give you practical skills. The programme is integrated closely with the EUREKA Robotics Lab at Cardiff School of Technologies. The Lab is recognised by the UK Government as one of only fourteen specialist research centres in robotics in the UK, and the only leading centre specialised in social and service robotics. You will have access to cutting-edge facilities and to some of the most advanced robots on the market. You will be able to work with social, service and educational humanoid robots with advanced artificial intelligence features, and robotic arms for industrial robotics research and development.

The programme is built with a focus on employability, ethical and social entrepreneurship. Students will be encouraged to gain industry experience through an optional placement year. Upon graduation, you will be ideally placed to start a successful career in this booming sector. You will be ready to meet the business needs of companies operating at the cutting-edge of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, across a multitude of sectors and subject areas. This programme is seeking accreditation with the Institution of Engineering and Technology on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer. The course has been designed to meet the needs of accreditation and with a view to back dating the effective date to include all students who graduate from the programme.

Course: Robotics Engineering – BEng/MEng UCAS Tariff: 112 Duration: 3/4/5/6 years full-time

Key: F PY

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Software Engineering

Our Software Engineering degree course covers the theory and practice of modern software engineering, including the tools, technologies and methods used in this field.

During the course, you will expand your knowledge and expertise in the design, development and delivery of software for modern environments and platforms, and will develop an appreciation of software carpentry and ‘codemanship’: creating useful and usable software artefacts. In year 1, you will cover essential computing concepts, which are shared with our BSc (Hons) Computer Science course. In later years, the course will focus on the design and development of software for particular applications, and will examine architectural paradigms such as parallel and distributed computing. You will have the option of broadening your studies to include topics such as web technology, networks, digital and cyber security, or computer graphics, to be prepared for a varied career in applied software engineering.

As such, you can graduate with a named award in:

BSc (Hons) Software Engineering (Web Technology)

BSc (Hons) Software Engineering (Augmented & Virtual Reality)

BSc (Hons) Software Engineering (Network Security)

BSc (Hons) Software Engineering (Data Security)

This degree has been accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT. Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the standards set by BCS. An accredited degree entitles you to professional membership of BCS, which is an important part of the criteria for achieving Chartered IT Professional (CITP) status through the Institute. Some employers recruit preferentially from accredited degrees, and an accredited degree is likely to be recognised by other countries that are signatories to international accords.

Course: Software Engineering – BSc (Hons) with specialist pathways in: • Web Technology • Augmented & Virtual Reality • Network Security • Data Security UCAS Tariff: 96 Duration: 3/4/5 years full-time Key:  F PY

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Virtual & Augmented Reality

Our Virtual & Augmented Reality degree will enable you to explore the ever-changing landscape of virtual and augmented reality, equipping you with the knowledge and strategic mindset to create new VR and AR applications and experiences.

As you progress through the course, you will learn the skills that will allow you to explore and develop your own ideas, as well as understand the business and career opportunities that exist in the VR/AR and wider IT industries. You will learn the underlying computer science and software engineering skills needed to develop real-time applications, together with essential UI / UX design principles.

You will use different languages, including Python and C/C++, apply real-time graphics techniques, and program spatial audio systems to bring to life your immersive experiences. Through the exploration of human-computer interaction, you will learn how gestures can be used to create interactive experiences. You will also get practical knowledge in software project management, as well as the industry standard tools and techniques used to create your own VR and AR applications.

The programme is industry focused, offering opportunities for industrial placements, and is designed to allow accreditation by the British Computer Society.

Course: Virtual & Augmented Reality – BSc (Hons) UCAS Tariff: 96 Duration: 3/4/5 years full-time

Key: F PY

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