Computer Science and Informatics

Computing Single Honours Informatics Combined Honours Information Technology Single and Combined Honours

about information. This broad definition includes both artificial (computer) systems and natural (organisational) systems, and the relationship between them. Informatics addresses the relationship between the computers internal features and how it is used for a specific purpose. As such, Informatics encompasses the study of all systems that represent, process, and communicate information. Informatics is based on recognising that the design of this technology is not solely a technical matter, but must focus on the relationship between the technology and its use in real-world settings. Informatics examines any process that has computational, cognitive and social aspects: as such this definition covers computer science, software engineering, cognitive science and Artificial Intelligence amongst other topics. The Informatics Pathway will particularly appeal to students interested in studying Business Informatics, Health & Bio-Informatics and Engineering Informatics.

Computer Science is at the forefront of offering technological solutions to real-world problems and you will acquire the skills necessary to take into the workplace. The Department of Computer Sciences provides excellent quality teaching, as recognised by an independent review published in 2011. The review specifically identified the approachability of staff, which provides close academic support to students throughout their courses. The Department offers an innovative curriculum that is both focused on maximising the employability of the student whilst simultaneously providing the academic excitement of exploring a fresh, broad academic field. Computer Science research at Liverpool Hope has been identified as a key area of strength. In the most recent Research Assessment Exercise (RAE 2008) an overall total of 60% of the research submitted by the Department of Computer Science was judged to be of international recognition and excellence. There is a vibrant research community within the Department, organising prestigious international events such as the annual Developments in e-Systems Engineering conference and the Bio-Inspired Computing: Theories and Applications conference. The team currently leads a British Council (Prime Ministers Initiative) funded Health Informatics research project and organises regular research workshops on Health Informatics. Research at this level feeds directly into teaching with all researchers teaching at undergraduate level.

Computing BSc Single Honours

Computing is a rapidly changing and exciting subject. According to e-Skills UK, there are skills shortages in key areas such as Software Engineering, Systems Development and Networking. In particular, skills required by the industry include SQL, C, C#, .NET, Java, and JavaScript, which you will study on this programme. This programme will provide a broad introduction to the field of Computer Science with a focus on computer systems, algorithm design and programming. Specific topics will then be studied in more depth, such as database design, website development, computer networks and software engineering. You will also consider topics such as computer security, advanced web technologies, gaming technologies, mobile technologies, artificial intelligence and high performance computing.

Information Technology BSc Single and Combined Honours

According to e-Skills UK, IT workers, on average, earn 38% more than the average salary for all UK workers and there are skills shortages in areas such as technical support, PC support, databases and networking. Some of the most sought-after skills are SQL, Java, JavaScript, HTML and PHP, all of which you will study on this programme making the prospects for employment upon graduation very good indeed.

Informatics BSc Combined Honours

Informatics is the study of methods for acquiring, storing, processing, interacting with and communicating and reasoning
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Course codes
BSc Computing Single Honours BSc Information Technology Single Honours BSc Informatics and Information Technology BSc Informatics and Health BSc Informatics and Human Biology BSc Informatics and Mathematics BSc Informatics and Sport & Exercise Science G401 G500 II21 I500 CI15 GI11 IC16 IC61 NI42 NG25 GX53 GF58 BG95 BG15 II21 X1GM MG15 GC58 IN21

The Information Technology programme will appeal to people who wish to understand the wider issues of information and communication technologies and the application of software. Aspects include: information systems, hardware and software, programming, the World Wide Web, IT in Society and computer networks. This programme allows students to develop their interests in aspects of information technology, and is intended for students who are aiming for careers in applying IT in business, IT support or those who wish to undertake postgraduate study in information systems and cognate areas.

BSc Informatics and Sport Studies BComm Information Technology and Accounting BComm Information Technology and Business Management BA Information Technology and Education BSc Information Technology and Geography BSc Information Technology and Health BSc Information Technology and Human Biology BSc Information Technology and Informatics BA Information Technology with Primary Teaching BA Information Technology and Law BSc Information Technology and Psychology BComm Information Technology and Social Enterprise

Graduate employment
You will be joining a Department that has an excellent track record in employability, with graduates obtaining positions such as Trainee Technical Engineer at Barclays. The courses available will prepare you for a career in established areas, for example as a software developer or IT support specialist. Your breadth of knowledge will make you particularly valuable to businesses. A number of graduates in Information Technology train as teachers via the Postgraduate Certificate in Education. Computer Science graduates have an impressive graduate employment record, with recent successful appointments at organisations such as Barclays and Oracle, as well as links with key organisations such as Microsoft. There are further study options available at Liverpool Hope, including taught Masters programmes in Computer Science related subjects and Doctoral research.

Meet the head and leader of research in the Department

Dr Atulya K. Nagar is the Foundation Professor of Computer and Mathematical Sciences at Liverpool Hope University and Head of the Department of Computer Science. With a doctorate in mathematics, Professor Nagar brings multi-disciplinary expertise in natural computing, bioinformatics, operations research and systems engineering to the Faculty of Sciences and Social Sciences. Professor Nagar is involved in both fundamental and applied research. In the latter, he uses sophisticated mathematical techniques to try to understand natural and engineered complex systems. Nature is packed with so many resources, ideas, concepts, structures and functions and it continuously inspires and sometimes challenges scientists.

Student Profiles
Recent O2 Award winner Denny Moulds set up his company Webpowered Ltd with fellow graduate Svet Ivanov. Webpowered is a solutions-led web development agency, focusing on business objectives. Denny says The award gave us the chance to make our dream a reality and the support from the University has helped us overcome many problems in achieving our goals. Nate Flynn is one of our youngest business start ups, still in his second year. Nate is director of Geckobyte Studios, which aims to help secondary school students with numeracy, literacy and science problems through the use of games development.

Staff
Research interests of the staff include robotics and speech processing, Web-based Biometric Security, Agent Based systems, Genetic Programming, Artificial Intelligence Biologically Inspired Systems, Virtual Reality, eHealth, eSecurity, User-centred Systems, Intelligent Transportation Systems and Applied Modelling, Simulation for Building Layout and Urban Planning, Culturally-aware and Energy-aware Interfaces, and eCollaboration.

Specific entry requirements

Applicants should have GCSE grade C or above (or equivalent) in maths.