Welcome to the Open Day - School of Computer Science BSc ( Hons ) Computer Science

1. Welcome to the Open Day - School of Computer Science • BSc (Hons) Computer Science • BSc (Hons) Information Technology go.herts.ac.uk/online

2. Today’s hostsMariette Berkhout – Head Online SoCSDr Mariana Lilley – BSc Programme TutorDr Nathan Baddoo – Senior Admissions Tutor Programme UH and School of Computer Science What to expect when you study online BSc Programmes of study Assessment and Support Entry requirements and Fees Questions

3. About University of Hertfordshire Located in Hatfield More than 2,650 staff Turnover of £ 233 million 27,200 students 2,800 international students from 85 countries Ranked ‘Top New University’ (Complete University Guide2010) Included in ‘Top 350 World Universities’ (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2011/12)

4. School of Computer Science One of the first in the world to offer Computer Science degrees (since 1965) Longstanding reputation Industry relevant courses Internationally-recognised research Considerable amount of expertise in developing and running Online Courses BSc since 2004; MSc since 2007 More than 1,200 graduates to date Currently 650 students from 64 countries

5. What to expect when you study Online Learning Resources available through Studynet Modules with fixed start and end dates Fixed dates for assignment submission and other assessments Other than that you can fit study around work and family Commitment: Full-time study: 20 – 30 hrs / week Part-time study: 10 – 15 hrs /week

6. Learning Resources Module Portal • Module Information • Module News • Teaching Resources • Discussion forums • Module Blog / Wiki • Assignments Section Additionally access to • UH Library with e-books, e-journals • Online databases (e.g. IEEE, ACM)

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10. Studynet

11. BSc - Programme of Study Computer Science: greater focus on software implementation and object-oriented programming Information Technology: greater focus on applications, and the impact of computing and information technology on organisations When you graduate you will have: • the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to take your place in the thriving computing industry, • a solid foundation for a wide range of other careers or further study Rewarding careers: Programmer, software developer, business analyst, software engineer, webmaster, database administrator, network designer, technical consultant.

12. BSc (Hons) Computer Science / BSc (Hons) Information Technology Study at Level 4

13. BSc (Hons) Computer Science / BSc (Hons) Information TechnologyStudy at Level 5

14. BSc (Hons) Computer Science / BSc (Hons) Information TechnologyStudy at Level 6

15. Assessment Range of assessment methods, including: • Essays • Practical work • Online tests of fixed duration • Group work • Vivas

16. Support Programme level • Programme Tutor • Induction Programme • Student Handbook • UH Disability Advisor Module level • Module tutors • Project supervisor • Peer support (through forums) • Learning Resources (Studynet) • e-Books & downloadable software UH Online • Administrators • Educational Technologists

17. Modes of study Full BSc Honours programme: 120 credits at levels 4, 5 and 6 each Study at levels 4 & 5: part time (60 credits per year) Study at level 6: part time (60 credits per year) or full time (120 credits per year)

18. What you will be working towards…Graduation Your Certificate: • BSc (Hons) Computer Science • BSc (Hons) Information Technology from the University of Hertfordshire Graduation: Attend at the Cathedral and Abbey Church of St Albans, Hertfordshire, UK

19. Fees Currently: £500 per 15 credits (£4,000 per level) Total programme (levels 4, 5 & 6): £12,000 Pay fees by semester, in advance - typically £1,000 - £2,000 per semester Tuition fee loans may be available for UK students

20. Fees – what is included Tuition, project supervision (group-led or individual) and all the assessments  Online learning resources, available through StudyNet - the University’s managed learning environment  Books / eBooks and software

21. Entry Requirements Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate sufficient competence in English to benefit from the Programme. This is normally demonstrated by recognised awards equivalent to a TOEFL score of 550 in the written test or 213 in the CBT test together with a TOEFL Test of Written English of 4.0, or an overall IELTS score of 6.0 UK entry at level-4 260 UCAS points from A-levels or equivalent in any subject; plus GCSE grade A-C or equivalent in Maths and English. Direct entry at level-6 A range of qualifications worth 240 credit points including HND, Foundation Degree, IMIS AD and more

22. How to Apply Visit http://go.herts.ac.uk/online Submit Application Form, plus photocopies of • Exam certificates and transcripts • Photo page of passport • References Apply by: 22 July 2013 for a September 2013 start Please allow two weeks for a response to your application

23. Your questions

24. The next steps… • Visit http://go.herts.ac.uk/online • Complete an application form, gather supporting documents and references • Submit to ApplyUHOnline@herts.ac.uk Best of Luck! facebook.com/HelloUHOnline facebook.com/UHOnlineCS