Information Technology Nonrecruiting
Information Technology Nonrecruiting
Information Technology Nonrecruiting
This programme is no longer recruiting. Please refer to the updated specification of the
same name.
Profile
The summary - UCAS programme profile
BANNER BOX:
This is the first programme in the country to offer a unique opportunity to explore both, the
practice of Information Technology development and the theoretical relationships of ICTs
and society.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
The minimum requirements for entry for Level 1 entry is 240 UCAS tariff points from: A/AS
level (Including 2 A2 passes), GNVQ, AVCE, Scottish Highers, International Baccalaureate.
European Baccalaureate, BTEC / SCOTEC Diploma, Relevant Access Course or successful
completion of the Level 0. Other qualifications, including overseas, may be considered.
Applicants who do not fulfil the admission requirements for Level 1 may be considered for
entry into Level 0. Applicants should have 120 UCAS tariff points from GCE A2 or
equivalent.
We also welcome applicants from mature students who do not have formal qualifications but
may have relevant experience. Students applying to this programme will be expected to
demonstrate a specific interest in this area of study and should have a commitment to
engaging with the subject. Applicants may be invited for interview.
Overseas Qualifications
The number of overseas qualifications which are accepted for entry are too numerous to list,
but you can get advice from the British Council or our admissions unit on 020 8223 2835.
You must be able to understand and express yourself in both written and spoken English and
some evidence e.g. For level 1 entry a TOEFL score of 550 or an IELTS score of 6.0 (no skill
level below 5) and for Level 0 entry an IELTS score of 5.5 (no skill level below 5) would be
required.
Our programmes are an alternative to more 'traditional' computer degrees and are of interest
to those who want to explore the relationship between technology and society. While
providing IT skills and in-depth technical knowledge, the programmes also incorporate
interdisciplinary study of theories concerning users and consumers of technology.
Along with practical IT skills like word processing and spreadsheets, you will study how to
design and manipulate databases, create computer systems and discuss the importance of
user-computer interfaces in the development process. You will learn to create web pages and
manipulate dynamically the content of the WWW. You will understand the basic concepts of
computer programming, computer networks and operating systems and how to use the
Internet for research and information gathering.
All this will be supported by the study of the history of information technology in the context
of industrial, political, cultural and social development, theories of relationship between
technologies and societies and the relationship between technological change, work and
employment. You will learn about computer law, standards and computer security and will
discuss ethical and cultural issues of ICT.
You can combine all this with other subjects if you choose to take IT Combined Honours
Programmes; especially good complements are sociology, politics, international
development.
We welcome applicants with little experience of IT and/or social science. As well as being
well placed to pursue careers in the specialist technology industries, you will also be
equipped for careers in advisory, management, administration and research positions.
Our main research interests are in investigating social and economic aspects of technological
developments. Such investigation is parallel with understanding of the technical and
structural aspects of the technologies. Our degrees do therefore underpin this direction.
The Information Technology degrees investigate the relationship between technology and
society in a variety of aspects concentrating primarily on the following technologies:
databases and systems development, development and creation of networks and
programming. The Information Technology degree will lead the students to investigate and
understand the social inter-dependencies of ICTs and society and will give them a sufficient
in-depth theoretical technical and technological understanding and skill in these technologies.
The students will then be able to embark on careers in the IT industry, while leaving their
career path open to becoming social commentators, researchers or competent users of
information technologies.
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Programme structure
The Information Technology degree programme can be taken over three or four years of full
time study. The three year programme is taught at the Dockland Campus of the University of
East London. Students who do not fulfil the admission requirements can undertake a four
year programme by entering at our level zero Foundation programme. All our programmes
can be taken in a full time or a part time mode of study. Currently we also offer the level 2 of
the BSc Information Technology Single Honours programme in part time evening mode.
Learning environment
While the students attend traditional lectures, they also meet in seminars and practical based
workshops, in which the content of the lectures as well as the result of their independent
learning and research is debated and practiced. Lectures are also given by invited speakers
and visiting scholars. All our modules’ material is available on UELPlus and some use
UELPlus as mode of delivery.
Assessment
Some of our Modules are assessed on coursework only, some have examinations as well as
coursework. Students are asked to pass six 20 credit Modules a year, 360 credits for the
whole degree. First level (year) marks do not count towards the final classification, the first
year is for the student to develop and improve good study skills and build a knowledge base
on which higher levels are built. We encourage students to achieve high standards in the first
year so they can then go on to maximise their potential in the second and third year, and
obtain the best possible degree.
Level three marks weigh double the level two marks towards the final award.
Project work
Students on BSc Information Technology Single Honours programme will leave the
programme with a large independent research-based dissertation, which they take over the
period of the whole of their last year of study. This project, worth 40 credits, combines the
students’ knowledge and understanding of theoretical and practical aspects of ICTs, gained in
Modules taken. Each student will be assigned a supervisor who will help them on a one to
one basis. The project gives the students the opportunity to develop and research their own
ideas and interests and leave the university with a showpiece of work for potential employers.
Added value
If you enjoy...
Intellectual challenge,
working independently and in a group,
learning about Information and Communication Technologies,
evaluating and analysing issues and relationships of ICTs
hands-on creative computer experience
If you want...
School of Social Sciences, Media and Cultural Studies Student Handbook which will
give advice, help, structures of all our degrees, overview of UEL and School
regulations, and all Modules on offer within the School, including their content,
recommended reading and aims and objectives.
Individual Module Handbooks which contain a detailed program of the Module
lectures, seminars and workshops, Module assessment, full reading list and marking
schema
Bonus factors
The campus is positioned in the new commercial and financial development of London
Docklands. The Docklands Light Railway, stop Cyprus, is immediately adjacent to the
campus. There are great views of the docks, City of London Airport and the Isle of Dogs
development.
Outcomes
Programme aims and learning outcomes
Knowledge
develop skills in operating ICTs and assessing their advantages and disadvantages
examine the economic, technical, political and social factors which shape or influence
the development of technologies ;
understand ethical, legal and professional responsibilities of ICT professionals
understand and apply theories of software interface and systems development
understand the specialist ideas associated with areas of IT such as computer graphics,
networks, database systems and the Internet
understand the relationship between hardware and software
investigate why and how institutions and organisations have adopted new
technologies, and what changes have occurred as a result.
Be able to independently research information sources
Thinking skills
Structure
The programme structure
Introduction
All programmes are credit-rated to help you to understand the amount and level of study that
is needed.
One credit is equal to 10 hours of directed study time (this includes everything you do e.g.
lecture, seminar and private study).
0 - equivalent in standard to GCE 'A' level and is intended to prepare students for year
one of an undergraduate degree programme
1 - equivalent in standard to the first year of a full-time undergraduate degree
programme
2 - equivalent in standard to the second year of a full-time undergraduate degree
programme
3 - equivalent in standard to the third year of a full-time undergraduate degree
programme
M - equivalent in standard to a Masters degree
Credit rating
Typical duration
The typical duration of this programme is three years full-time or five years part-time. It is
possible to move from full-time to part-time study and vice-versa to accommodate any
external factors such as financial constraints or domestic commitments. Many of our students
make use of this flexibility and this may impact on the overall duration of their study period.
The teaching year begins in September and ends in June, but some programmes also allow
students to join at the start of Semester B, in February. A typical full-time student will study
the equivalent of 120 credits over the year. A typical part-time student will study for one day
and one evening per week and will complete 60-80 credits.
This programme is part of a modular degree scheme. A typical full-time student will take six
20 credit modules per year. An honours degree student will complete six modules at level
one, six at level 2 and six at level 3.
It is possible to bring together modules from one subject with modules from another to
produce a combined programme. Subjects are offered in a variety of combinations:
The following are the core and optional requirements for the single, major, joint and minor
routes for this programme
120 credits from Level 0 Modules (including all cores) must be passed in order to progress
to level 1
Level 1 Entry
* skills module: must be taken unless equivalent skills module is being taken in other half of
programme
** one of these must be taken on the major route
*** can be replaced with a University Wide Option Module if required
In order to gain an honours degree you will need to obtain 360 credits including:
In order to gain an ordinary degree you will need to obtain a minimum of 300 credits
including:
In order to gain a Diploma of Higher Education you will need to obtain at least 240 credits
including a minimum of 120 credits at level one or higher and 120 credits at level two or
higher
In order to gain a Certificate of Higher Education you will need to obtain 120 credits at level
one or higher.
In order to gain a Foundation Degree you will need to obtain a minimum of 240 credits
including:
(A foundation degree is linked to a named Honours degree onto which a student may
progress after successful completion of the Foundation degree.)
Degree Classification
Where a student is eligible for an Honours degree, and has gained a minimum of 240 UEL
credits at level 2 or level 3 on the programme, including a minimum of 120 UEL credits at
level 3, the award classification is determined by calculating:
The arithmetic mean of the best The arithmetic mean of the next best 100
× 2/3 + × 1/3
100 credits at level 3 credits at levels 2 and/or 3
and applying the mark obtained as a percentage, with all decimals points rounded up to the
nearest whole number, to the following classification
Assessment
Teaching, learning and assessment
Lectures
Seminars
Workshops
Tutorials
Reading and research for assignments and projects
Skills for life and work (general skills) are developed through
Assessment
Knowledge is assessed by
Quality
How we assure the quality of this programme
This is done through a process of programme approval which involves consulting academic
experts including some subject specialists from other institutions.
How we monitor the quality of this programme
Drawing on this and other information programme teams undertake the annual Review and
Enhancement Process which is co-ordinated at School level and includes student
participation. The process is monitored by the University's Quality and Standards Committee.
Once every six years an in-depth review of the whole field is undertaken by a panel that
includes at least two external subject specialists. The panel considers documents, looks at
student work, speaks to current and former students and speaks to staff before drawing its
conclusions. The result is a report highlighting good practice and identifying areas where
action is needed.
This programme has a programme committee comprising all relevant teaching staff, student
representatives and others who make a contribution towards the effective operation of the
programme (e.g. library/technician staff). The committee has responsibilities for the quality
of the programme. It provides input into the operation of the Review and Enhancement
Process and proposes changes to improve quality. The programme committee plays a critical
role in the University's quality assurance procedures.
The standard of this programme is monitored by at least one external examiner. External
examiners have two primary responsibilities:
The following methods for gaining student feedback are used on this programme:
Module evaluations
Student representation on programme committees (meeting 2 times year)
Personal Tutors
Student Enquiry Desk and Student Support Office
Further Information
Alternative locations for studying this programme