Computing

Undergraduate programmes

The Computing pathway allows students to study a wide range of topics and is ideal for those who have a strong interest in the design and development of information systems. Most students pursuing this pathway will already have had some exposure to computing, either at school or as a hobby. The degree equips students for a career as an IT professional. When combined with several basic Business units, students are able to develop a solid foundation of computing expertise and understand its critical importance to successful business operation.

Computing pathways

Three distinct pathways are designed to give you the knowledge and skills essential for success in your preferred career.

Single Honours:

Combined Honours:

BA/BSc Computing Studies

You can combine Computing with the following programmes: Business Management, Criminology, Education, Film, Journalism and News Media, Media and Culture, Modern Languages, Sociology, Spanish, Sports Science, and Photography.

Postgraduate programmes

The MSc Information Systems programmes have been developed to equip individuals with flexible, transferable skills, with the aim of producing managers and leaders who have a practical and theoretical knowledge of business information systems and technology within a strategic and operational context. Our Business Management team shares delivery of these programmes.

Graduate profiles

Our programmes provide a solid foundation for our students to pursue their future career aspirations.

Alvin, BSc Computing, graduated 2008

Chris, BSc Internet and Multimedia Computing, graduated 2007

Examples of student work

Students undertake a variety of projects as part of the undergraduate Computing programme. These projects require the analysis and design of a system in order to meet specific requirements (typically business). The samples below are taken from three modules that are taught as part of the degree.

Graphics module
Web Design module (Year 2): RU Japanese Society website
Development Project (final year): project for Wren River Interiors, interior design company

Staff

Suzy Jagger, Head of Subject, Computing

"Computing is an exciting programme of study that offers the latest technological advancements and flexible routes to ensure that you can progress your study in an area that really interests you. The modules have been designed to meet not only the needs of the students but also those of the employment market."

For further information on the undergraduate Computing programmes, contact Laura Merrifield, Programme Administrator, Computing:
Tel: 020 8392 3715
Email: l.merrifield@roehampton.ac.uk

Paul Bemand, Programme Convener, MSc programmes

For further information on the masters programmes, contact Paul Bemand:
Tel: 020 8392 3487
Email: p.bemand@roehampton.ac.uk

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