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School of Computer Science Open Day
1. BSc(Hons) Games Computing
MComp Games Computing
School of Computer Science “The University is fully committed to research-engaged
study. The School of Computer Science has an excellent
reputation for research, and students undertake their
studies guided by research active staff.”
Open Days 2011/12 Dr David Cobham
Head of the School of Computer Science
2. Welcome!
A very warm welcome
from the School of
Computer Science.
James Munro
BSc(Hons) Games Computing
We hope you enjoy MSc by Research
your day in the historic
city of Lincoln!
Staff and students are
on hand today to
answer your questions.
3. Why Choose the School
of Computer Science?
Internationally renowned,
research active academic staff.
Modern, up-to-date facilities
which are updated year-on-year.
Undergraduate and postgraduate
course study availability.
Excellent employability prospects
The School of Computer Science occupies
for our graduates and the top floor of the Media, Humanities and
postgraduates. Technology (MHT) building.
4. Why Choose the School
of Computer Science?
Four dedicated computer
laboratory facilities Specialist facilities
for games
development and
research
All students have free access to
Microsoft’s Academic Alliance
programme which provides free
development tools and operating
systems to our students.
6. Professional Recognition
An industrial advisory panel
advises and assists the School on
course development and
employability issues.
Our degree programmes are
currently undergoing the British All of our students are encouraged to become
student members of the BCS. Graduates are able
Computer Society accreditation to apply for Chartered status after a period of
industrial experience.
process.
Our degree programmes are also
recognised by the Institute of
Analysts and Programmers.
7. What is Games
Computing?
The study of games development and
games design issues from a technical
perspective.
Olivier Szymanezyk, BSc(Hons) Games Computing,
MSc Advanced Games Computing,
Emphasis on underpinning computer PhD research student.
science fundamentals.
Strong ethos of research and
analytical thinking Olivier’s crowd simulation research
8. Why study Games
Computing?
Games Computing develops core
Computer Science skills in:
Programming
Mathematics
Games Computing develops your
understanding of games tech:
Game engines
Graphics programming
Game design Masters students investigate games
programming with a Playstation2 Linux
Development Kit and Xbox360 consoles.
Games Computing includes
contemporary industry trends, eg:
Serious games
Social games
Mobile technologies
9. Why study Games
Computing?
Be equipped for a career in the games
industry or in other related
technology sectors.
BSc:
Three years of progressive study,
developing independent thinking and
confidence to tackle complex Maung Bo, 4th year MComp Games
problems Computing, worked in partnership
with Blueprint Games of Newark for
his 3rd year project.
MComp:
Four years of progressive study
developing independent thinking,
complex problem solving and Masters
level achievement.
10. What will I study?
First year:
Programming, mathematics, games
studies, fundamental Computer
Science
Second year:
Graphics/games programming, game
design, advanced programming, Ben Walke
group project BSc(Hons Games Computing)
Ben was a successful applicant to the Blitz Games
Third year: undergraduate programme. A highly competitive
and sought after event.
Game engines, project, professional
practice, optional module.
Fourth Year (MComp):
Research project, Masters modules.
11. Prospects and
Placements
81% of our graduates are in
employment 6 months after
graduation (Sector average: 79%)
Students secure placements and
Games Computing graduates find summer internships at a range of
employment in a wide range of employers
destinations.
Further study and research
degrees are available.
Placements and internships are
promoted and encouraged
12. Placement / Internship
• Placement
– 12 months between years 2
and 3
– University Careers Service
and School support in finding
and applying
– No tuition fee charged for
the year out
• Internship
– More flexible
– Summer internships
– Companies may be more
willing to offer paid/unpaid
internships
13. Graduate Spotlight
David Stenton graduated with
BSc(Hons) Games Computing
After an early career with UK-based
games developer, Warthog, David
joined Bioware and relocated to
Canada.
He was recently a design team leader
on the hugely successful Mass Effect 2
release.
David was awarded an Alumni Award
at this years Graduation ceremonies.
14. Is it right for me…?
Games Computing is:
Challenging
Rewarding
Studying Games Computing
requires:
Lincoln Cathedral where each year hundreds of
Enthusiasm graduates receive their award from the Vice Chancellor
in front of friends and family
Commitment
16. Thank you for your interest in the
University, the School of
Computer Science and our work!
Questions!
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@Games_Lincoln
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Computer Science magazine from the School
desk!
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17. BSc(Hons) Computer Science
MComp Computer Science
BSc(Hons) Computer Information Systems
MComp Computer Information Systems
School of Computer Science “The University is fully committed to research-engaged
study. The School of Computer Science has an excellent
reputation for research, and students undertake their
studies guided by research active staff.”
Open Days 2011/12 Dr David Cobham
Head of the School of Computer Science
18. Welcome!
A very warm welcome
from the School of
Computer Science.
We hope you enjoy Erica Coggins
your day in the historic BSc(Hons) Computer Information Systems
First Class Honours
city of Lincoln!
Staff and students are
on hand today to
answer your questions.
19. Why Choose the School
of Computer Science?
Internationally renowned,
research active academic staff.
Modern, up-to-date facilities
which are updated year-on-year.
Undergraduate and postgraduate
course study availability.
Excellent employability prospects
The School of Computer Science occupies
for our graduates and the top floor of the Media, Humanities and
postgraduates. Technology (MHT) building.
20. Why Choose the School
of Computer Science?
Four dedicated computer
laboratory facilities Dedicated
laboratory facilities
for all of our
students
All students have free access to
Microsoft’s Academic Alliance
programme which provides free
development tools and operating
systems to our students.
22. Professional Recognition
An industrial advisory panel
advises and assists the School on
course development and
employability issues.
Our degree programmes are
currently undergoing the British All of our students are encouraged to become
student members of the BCS. Graduates are able
Computer Society accreditation to apply for Chartered status after a period of
industrial experience.
process.
Our degree programmes are also
recognised by the Institute of
Analysts and Programmers.
23. What is Computer Science
– and why study it?
CS spans theory through to
programming and cutting edge
developments of computing
solutions.
The work of computer scientists
falls into three broad areas1:
1. Design and build software
2. Develop ways to solve
The worlds largest imaging chip for
computing problems medical applications. Developed by
Professor Allinson and his team, of the
3. Devise new and better ways University of Lincoln, UCL, the
University of Surrey and the Cancer
to use computers, eg: with Research Institute.
computer vision, robotics
and artificial intelligence.
1
(Association of Computing Machinery ACM)
24. What is Computer
Information Systems?
Information Systems is concerned
with the information that One of the core texts for
computer systems can provide to Computer Information Systems
aid a company in defining and students.
achieving its goals.
It is also concerned with the
processes that an enterprise can
implement and improve using
information technology.
IS professionals must understand
both technical and organizational
factors (Association of Computing Machinery ACM)
25. Prospects and
Placements
89% of our graduates are in
employment 6 months after
graduation (sector average: 79%)
Students secure placements and
Computer Science and Computer summer internships at a range of
Information Systems graduates employers
find employment in a wide range
of destinations.
Further study and research
degrees are available.
Placements and internships are
promoted and encouraged
26. Placement / Internship
• Placement
– 12 months between years 2
and 3
– University Careers Service
and School support in finding
and applying
– No tuition fee charged for
the year out
• Internship
– More flexible
– Summer internships
– Companies may be more
willing to offer paid/unpaid
internships
27. What will I study?
All of our undergraduates study
programming at year 1.
CS students go on to develop
their mathematics and
programming skills, and investigate
more specialised areas, such as
computer vision, robotics and
mobile device programming. The School exhibits some of its research and
development achievements at the
Waddington Air Show.
CIS students develop their
understanding of project
management, business intelligence
and information systems.
28. What will I study?
BSc:
Three years of progressive
study, developing
independent thinking and
confidence to tackle
complex problems
MComp: Dr John Murray demonstrates a research
and collaboration tool, DIVERSE, which was
Four years of progressive developed by 3rd year Computer Science
study developing students and funded by the Fund for
Educational Development (FED).
independent thinking,
complex problem solving
and Masters level
achievement.
29. Computer Science
First Year:
Programming, mathematics, data
structures, computer systems, operating
systems
Second Year:
Advanced software development,
database systems, networks, artificial
intelligence, HCI
Dr John Murray demonstrates a research
and collaboration tool, DIVERSE, which was
Third Year: developed by 3rd year Computer Science
students and funded by the Fund for
Project, professional practice, software Educational Development (FED).
engineering, optional module
Fourth Year (MComp):
Research project, Masters modules.
30. Computer Information
Systems
First Year:
Programming, computer systems,
information systems, social computing.
Second Year:
Project management, database systems,
networks, business processes, HCI
Third Year: Dr John Murray demonstrates a research
Project, professional practice, business and collaboration tool, DIVERSE, which was
developed by 3rd year Computer Science
intelligence, optional module students and funded by the Fund for
Educational Development (FED).
Fourth Year (MComp):
Research project, Masters modules.
31. Graduate Spotlight
Kari Booth graduated with
first class honours from
BSc(Hons) Computer
Information Systems
After an internship with Kari Booth,
Bank of America Merill BSc(Hons) Computer Information Systems,
Lynch in the UK, Kari joined First Class Honours
the Bank full time upon
graduating.
Kari is currently an Assistant
VP and works as a business
analyst.
