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Professional Development, BA

Professional Development, BA

by | Nov 15, 2019 | Undergraduate

Course Overview

 

Overview

The BA in Professional Development (BAPD) is a flexible programme that offers you as a professional an opportunity to develop as a reflective practitioner. The programme is open to professionals from a wide range of settings, for example in education, community learning, care and related areas.

The BA in Professional Development has been designed to promote and encourage the use of workplace activities as the basis for academic study. This is a route to a degree qualification for people with an HNC or HND or professional experience developed over several years. Entry to the programme is considered on an individual basis and may include a Recognition of Prior Learning Claim for which there is a charge.

The part-time degree programme focuses on professional learning and emphasises learning from experience through reflective practice. The degree also includes inquiry as a method of improving professional practice and critical evaluation of professional practice. The programme is designed for people who are working full or part-time, this can be in a paid or unpaid capacity.

AT A GLANCE
LEARNING MODE Blended Learning
DEGREE QUALIFICATION BA
DURATION 24 months
STUDY MODE Part Time
What You'll Study

Compulsory courses, usually taken in first year of study:

  • Professional Learning and Inquiry (30 credits) – 3 campus days or accessed online
  • Professional Project 3 (30 credits) – 3 campus days or accessed online

The Teaching Qualification in Further Education (TQFE) can be studied as part of the  optional courses, totalling 60 credits, either Northampton University courses.

  • Hazard and Risk in Professional Contexts (30 credits) – online
  • Broadening Professional Boundaries (30 credits) – online

Compulsory Courses

Students with 120 credit points from Accreditation or Recognition of Prior Learning will go directly into Year 2.

Compulsory Courses

Negotiated Independent Study 2 (ED2072) – 15 Credit Points

Optional Courses

Plus 105 credit points from other courses as agreed with the Programme Director.

Students with 240 credit points from Accreditation of Prior Learning will go directly into Year 3.

How You'll Study

Students learn in various ways, for example by:

  • working their way through course materials in the virtual learning environment Northampton University
  • attending campus study days in person or via online access
  • posting comments and blogs in Northampton University
  • reflecting on their professional practice
  • reading
  • writing course work
  • presenting work to other people on the course.

Assessment Methods

Students are assessed by any combination of different assessment methods:

  • coursework such as blog posts, essays and reports completed throughout the course;
  • presentations, using powerpoint and other methods such as posters.

The exact mix of these methods differs between individual courses.

Why Study Professional Development?

This is a flexible, part-time programme designed to fit in with and enhance your professional role.

The teaching can be accessed in Northampton on Saturday study days (3 Saturdays per semester) and/or online.

The BA in Professional Development at the Northampton University is continually reviewed and updated on the basis of student feedback and very positive reports from our External Examiner.

Careers

   

There are many opportunities at the Northampton University to develop your knowledge, gain experience and build a competitive set of skills to enhance your employability. This is essential for your future career success. The Careers Service can help you to plan your career and support your choices throughout your time with us, from first to final year – and beyond.

Employability

The University Careers Service aims to inspire and support your career success through collaboration, innovation and professionalism. We provide our students and recent graduates with the advice and information they need for effective career planning and skill development along with opportunities for networking and connecting with employers. 

Entry requirements

       

The normal minimum qualification for this programme is an HND or equivalent (SCQF8). Prior Learning can be accredited up to 240 credits but 120 credits must be done at the Northampton University of which 90 must be at SCQF level 9 (university year 3).

A Recognition of Prior Learning Claim may need to be made for those without an HND or equivalent (there is a charge for Recognition of Prior Learning claims).

Each student’s case will be dealt with independently and the Programme Director will have the final decision.

English Language Requirements

English Language Requirements

To study for an Undergraduate degree at the University of Northampton University it is essential that you can speak, understand, read, and write English fluently. The minimum requirements for this degree are as follows:

 

IELTS Academic:

OVERALL – 6.0 with: Listening – 5.5; Reading – 5.5; Speaking – 5.5; Writing – 6.0

TOEFL iBT:

OVERALL – 78 with: Listening – 17; Reading – 18; Speaking – 20; Writing – 21

PTE Academic:

OVERALL – 54 with: Listening – 51; Reading – 51; Speaking – 51; Writing – 54

Cambridge English Advanced & Proficiency:

OVERALL – 169 with: Listening – 162; Reading – 162; Speaking – 162; Writing – 169

How to apply

  

This programm by online learning has start dates in September and January of each academic year. 

We recommend that you apply as early as possible; this is particularly important for applicants who may need to allow sufficient time to take an English language test

  

Documentation required

Applications are made online via the University Application Service, EUCLID.

Please follow the instructions carefully and make sure that you have included the following documentation with your application:

  • Degree certificates showing award of degree.
  • Previous academic transcripts for all past degree programmes.
  • A reference in support or your application. The reference should be academic and dated no earlier than one year from the start of study on the LLM programme.
  • Evidence of English language proficiency, if required.

If you are currently studying for your degree or you are not in a possession of an English test result you may still apply to the programme. Please note that it is your responsibility to submit the necessary documents.

After you apply

After your application has been submitted you will be able to track its progress through the University’s applicant hub.

Application processing times will vary however the admissions team will endeavour to process your application within four to six weeks of submission. Please note that missing documentation will delay the application process.

You will be informed as soon as possible of the decision taken. Three outcomes are possible:

  • You may be offered a place unconditionally
  • You may be offered a conditional place, which means that you must fulfil certain conditions that will be specified in the offer letter. Where a conditional offer is made, it is your responsibility to inform the College Postgraduate Office when you have fulfilled the requirements set out.
  • Your application may be unsuccessful. If your application has not been successful, you can request feedback from us or refer to our guidance for unsuccessful applicants, which explains some of the common reasons we why we reach this decision.
    View the University’s guidance for unsuccessful applicants
Terms and conditions of admissions

  • The University’s terms and conditions form part of your contract with the University, and you should read them, and our data protection policy, carefully before applying.

    Northampton University admissions terms and conditions

BEng Materials with Management

BEng Materials with Management

by | Aug 9, 2019 | Undergraduate

Course Overview

 

Overview

Many of the technological advances that have transformed our lives are founded in Materials Science and Engineering (MSE). Modern life would be impossible without the thousands of manufactured items we use every day, from the clothes we wear, to our phones, cars, computers and the buildings we inhabit, as well as more advanced and life-changing technologies like biomedical devices or satellite communications.

The motivation to invent or improve materials comes from our need to solve real societal problems, in fields such as healthcare, energy, environmental sustainability and transport. New opportunities are growing in areas such as biomedical engineering, 3D printing, robotics and quantum computing.

This course focuses on learning about what underpins the foundations of the discipline: processing, structure, properties and performance of materials, with opportunities in the final year to tailor your own studies by choosing optional modules that map onto the Department’s research themes, with access to cutting edge equipment and tools for advanced materials imaging and characterisation.

     

During the first two years you follow a core series of modules that will provide you with a strong base of theoretical principles, and cover the widest possible range of materials, including:

  • biomaterials
  • metals
  • alloys
  • ceramics
  • glasses
  • nanomaterials

Experimental work is a core part of all our courses. This starts with a series of laboratory tutorials that introduce foundational ideas and key techniques in a practical setting.

You then move on to perform more extended laboratory work, including a case study project that analyses the materials found in a consumer project using cutting-edge techniques such as electron microscopy, X-ray scattering and chemical spectroscopy.

In your third year you will begin to focus on biomaterials, studying cell biology, biocompatibility and biomaterials for hard tissue restoration.

You also have the opportunity to build on the BEng with a relevant four-month placement in industry or research.

Your study reaches Master’s level in the final year, when you will take specialist modules in biomaterials for soft tissue restoration, tissue engineering, and artificial organs. You will also complete a substantial research project. Studying to this level means that graduates require fewer years of work experience to become a Chartered Engineer (see Professional Accreditation below).

   

Transfer between courses

  

The common structure of the first two years of our Materials degrees means that transfer between courses is usually possible during this time.

If you are an international student, transferring to a different course could have an impact on your Tier 4 visa. Please visit our International Student Support webpage for further information.

Duration

3 years

full-time

ECTS: 180

Careers

A degree in Materials Science and Engineering can open the door to careers in a wide variety of sectors from chemicals manufacturing and pharmaceuticals to technical management and scientific research and development (R&D). There are lots of emerging sectors to think about too, such as nanotechnology, biomedical materials, high performance textiles and composites.

Recent graduates of the Department have become:

  • Power Electronics Engineer, Jaguar Land Rover
  • Management Consultant, Deloitte
  • Engineer, Rolls-Royce
  • Research Engineer, SIMTech
  • Materials Scientist, Morgan Advanced Materials
Related departments

You may also be interested in the following related departments and the courses they offer:

 

  • Bioengineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Design Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

Teaching and assessment

Teaching

Teaching focuses on applied science, with a grounding in theory and a great emphasis on practical work. You’ll be expected to take part in challenging experiments with advanced equipment.

You can expect a balance of theoretical and practical work, through lectures and laboratory work. There is also the opportunity to complete a research project, which will rely on substantial individual study. In addition to those more traditional teaching methods, you can expect industrial visits and tutorials.

 

Teaching, independent study and placement hours

 

  Year 1 Year 2 Year 3
Lectures, seminars and similar 404 hours 376 hours 164 hours
Independent study 1,096 hours 1,124 hours 1,336 hours
Placement – – –
Based on the typical pathway through the course 
Assessment

Over the course of your studies you will experience different assessment methods in each module you complete. You will be assessed by written examinations, class tests and coursework.

 

Assessment types

 

  Year 1 Year 2 Year 3
Coursework 15% 29% 41%
Practical 1% – –
Written 84% 71% 59%
Based on the typical pathway through the course; percentages have been rounded to the nearest whole number 
Staff expertise

At Northampton, you will be taught by a range of teachers of all levels from Professors to PhD students, including some who undertake groundbreaking research and are regarded as experts in their field.

You may also experience peer teaching and be taught by specialists external to the College.

Professional accreditation

Achieving a professionally accredited degree demonstrates to employers that you have achieved an industry-recognised standard of competency.

Achieving a professionally accredited integrated Master’s degree (MEng) means that you have satisfied the first step to becoming a Chartered Engineer (CEng) in your chosen field by satisfying the educational requirements of professional registration. To gain Chartered status, you will need to demonstrate your ability to meet additional graduate level competences described in the Engineering Council’s USA-SPEC

A CEng is a highly respected qualification earned by professionals working in engineering, which can lead to higher earning potential and better career prospects.

Professional registration also brings international recognition of your qualification, which is particularly useful for students preparing for a career abroad.

Our accreditation agreement with the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining is renewed every five years.

The current accreditation agreement is due to be renewed for students starting their studies in the 2023–24 academic year. The Department expects to be accredited into the future.

Associateship

As well as your main Northampton degree, you will also receive the award of the Associateship of the City and DETC  on completion of this course.

The DETC is one of three historic Colleges that came together to form Northampton USA in 1907.

Compare this course

See how this course compares with similar courses at different institutions using the Unistats information below.

You can use the Unistats website to find out how this course compares in areas such as student satisfaction and what our graduates are doing six months after completing this course.

Structure

   

Please note that the curriculum of this course is currently being reviewed as part of a College-wide process to introduce a standardised modular structure. As a result, the content and assessment structures of this course may change for your year of entry. We therefore recommend that you check this course page before finalising your application and after submitting it as we will aim to update this page as soon as any changes are ratified by the College.

Year 1

Core modules

 

  • Mathematics and Computing
  • Materials Chemistry and Biology
  • Mechanical Behaviour
  • Microstructure and Properties of Materials
  • Materials Physics
  • Materials Engineering
Year 2

Core modules

 

  • Mathematics and Computing
  • Materials Chemistry and Polymer Sciences
  • Mechanical Behaviour
  • Microstructure
  • Electronic Properties of Materials
  • Materials Engineering 2
Year 3

Core modules

 

  • Advanced Tissue Engineering
  • Biomaterials
  • Integrated Materials Engineering
  • Materials Characterisation

Optional modules

    

You choose three modules from below.

 

  • Engineering Alloys
  • Polymers and Composites
  • Electronic Structures and Opto Electronic Properties
  • Metal Processing
  • Ceramics and Glass
  • Nanomaterials I
  • Materials Modelling
  • Surfaces and Interfaces

Entry requirements

       

We welcome students from all over the world and consider all applicants on an individual basis – see selection process below.

For advice on the requirements for the qualifications listed here please contact the Department (see Contact us).

We also accept a wide range of international qualifications. If the requirements for your qualifications are not listed here, please see our academic requirements by country page for guidance on which qualifications we accept.

A-levels

Minimum entry standards

    

Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is AAA overall, to include:

  • A in Mathematics
  • A in Chemistry or Physics

General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.

Typical offer range

    

As a guide, here are the typical offers made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying A-levels:

Three A-level offer: A*AA

Practical endorsement (practical science assessment)

     

If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer.

The practical endorsement is part of the reformed English linear A-levels.

Additional Mathematics support

     

Our new A-level Mathematics online course covers a range of key topic areas to help you gain a deeper understanding of the skills and techniques required to succeed in your A-level Mathematics exams.

This optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus with the aim of developing your thinking skills, fluency and confidence.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is available free of charge via the EdX website. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

International Baccalaureate

Minimum entry standards

   

Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is 38 points overall, to include:

  • 6 in Mathematics at higher level
  • 6 in Chemistry or Physics at higher level

Typical offer range

   

As a guide, the typical offer made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying IB was 38 points overall.

Mathematics Higher Level for award in 2021

   

For entry in 2021, the Mathematics Analysis and Approaches or the Applications and Interpretation syllabi will be accepted at higher level with no preference.

Additional Mathematics support

   

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

Advanced Placements

The grades detailed below are the minimum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Northampton alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

  • 5 in Calculus BC
  • 5 in Chemistry or Physics C (Electricity and Magnetism) or Physics C (Mechanics)
Additional Mathematics support

   

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

English language requirement (all applicants)

All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for undergraduate applicants.

How to apply

  

The BEng Materials with Management by online learning has start dates in September and January of each academic year. 

We recommend that you apply as early as possible; this is particularly important for applicants who may need to allow sufficient time to take an English language test

  

Documentation required

Applications are made online via the University Application Service, EUCLID.

Please follow the instructions carefully and make sure that you have included the following documentation with your application:

  • Degree certificates showing award of degree.
  • Previous academic transcripts for all past degree programmes.
  • A reference in support or your application. The reference should be academic and dated no earlier than one year from the start of study on the LLM programme.
  • Evidence of English language proficiency, if required.

If you are currently studying for your degree or you are not in a possession of an English test result you may still apply to the programme. Please note that it is your responsibility to submit the necessary documents.

After you apply

After your application has been submitted you will be able to track its progress through the University’s applicant hub.

Application processing times will vary however the admissions team will endeavour to process your application within four to six weeks of submission. Please note that missing documentation will delay the application process.

You will be informed as soon as possible of the decision taken. Three outcomes are possible:

  • You may be offered a place unconditionally
  • You may be offered a conditional place, which means that you must fulfil certain conditions that will be specified in the offer letter. Where a conditional offer is made, it is your responsibility to inform the College Postgraduate Office when you have fulfilled the requirements set out.
  • Your application may be unsuccessful. If your application has not been successful, you can request feedback from us or refer to our guidance for unsuccessful applicants, which explains some of the common reasons we why we reach this decision.
    View the University’s guidance for unsuccessful applicants
Terms and conditions of admissions

  • The University’s terms and conditions form part of your contract with the University, and you should read them, and our data protection policy, carefully before applying.

    Northampton University admissions terms and conditions

BEng Materials Science and Engineering

BEng Materials Science and Engineering

by | Aug 9, 2019 | Undergraduate

Course Overview

 

Overview

Many of the technological advances that have transformed our lives are founded in Materials Science and Engineering (MSE). Modern life would be impossible without the thousands of manufactured items we use every day, from the clothes we wear, to our phones, cars, computers and the buildings we inhabit, as well as more advanced and life-changing technologies like biomedical devices or satellite communications.

The motivation to invent or improve materials comes from our need to solve real societal problems, in fields such as healthcare, energy, environmental sustainability and transport. New opportunities are growing in areas such as biomedical engineering, 3D printing, robotics and quantum computing.

This course focuses on learning about what underpins the foundations of the discipline: processing, structure, properties and performance of materials, with opportunities in the final year to tailor your own studies by choosing optional modules that map onto the Department’s research themes, with access to cutting edge equipment and tools for advanced materials imaging and characterisation.

     

During the first two years you follow a core series of modules that will provide you with a strong base of theoretical principles, and cover the widest possible range of materials, including:

  • biomaterials
  • metals
  • alloys
  • ceramics
  • glasses
  • nanomaterials

Experimental work is a core part of all our courses. This starts with a series of laboratory tutorials that introduce foundational ideas and key techniques in a practical setting.

You then move on to perform more extended laboratory work, including a case study project that analyses the materials found in a consumer project using cutting-edge techniques such as electron microscopy, X-ray scattering and chemical spectroscopy.

In your third year you will begin to focus on biomaterials, studying cell biology, biocompatibility and biomaterials for hard tissue restoration.

You also have the opportunity to build on the BEng with a relevant four-month placement in industry or research.

Your study reaches Master’s level in the final year, when you will take specialist modules in biomaterials for soft tissue restoration, tissue engineering, and artificial organs. You will also complete a substantial research project. Studying to this level means that graduates require fewer years of work experience to become a Chartered Engineer (see Professional Accreditation below).

   

Transfer between courses

  

The common structure of the first two years of our Materials degrees means that transfer between courses is usually possible during this time.

If you are an international student, transferring to a different course could have an impact on your Tier 4 visa. Please visit our International Student Support webpage for further information.

Duration

3 years

full-time

ECTS: 180

Careers

A degree in Materials Science and Engineering can open the door to careers in a wide variety of sectors from chemicals manufacturing and pharmaceuticals to technical management and scientific research and development (R&D). There are lots of emerging sectors to think about too, such as nanotechnology, biomedical materials, high performance textiles and composites.

Recent graduates of the Department have become:

  • Power Electronics Engineer, Jaguar Land Rover
  • Management Consultant, Deloitte
  • Engineer, Rolls-Royce
  • Research Engineer, SIMTech
  • Materials Scientist, Morgan Advanced Materials
Related departments

You may also be interested in the following related departments and the courses they offer:

 

  • Bioengineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Design Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

Teaching and assessment

Teaching

Teaching focuses on applied science, with a grounding in theory and a great emphasis on practical work. You’ll be expected to take part in challenging experiments with advanced equipment.

You can expect a balance of theoretical and practical work, through lectures and laboratory work. There is also the opportunity to complete a research project, which will rely on substantial individual study. In addition to those more traditional teaching methods, you can expect industrial visits and tutorials.

 

Teaching, independent study and placement hours

  

  Year 1 Year 2 Year 3
Lectures, seminars and similar 404 hours 376 hours 169 hours
Independent study 1,096 hours 1,124 hours 1,331 hours
Placement – – –
Based on the typical pathway through the course 

 

Assessment

Over the course of your studies you will experience different assessment methods in each module you complete. You will be assessed by written examinations, class tests and coursework.

 

Assessment types

  

  Year 1 Year 2 Year 3
Coursework 15% 29% 31%
Practical 1% – –
Written 84% 71% 69%
Based on the typical pathway through the course; percentages have been rounded to the nearest whole number 

 

Staff expertise

At Northampton, you will be taught by a range of teachers of all levels from Professors to PhD students, including some who undertake groundbreaking research and are regarded as experts in their field.

You may also experience peer teaching and be taught by specialists external to the College.

Professional accreditation

Achieving a professionally accredited degree demonstrates to employers that you have achieved an industry-recognised standard of competency.

Achieving a professionally accredited integrated Master’s degree (MEng) means that you have satisfied the first step to becoming a Chartered Engineer (CEng) in your chosen field by satisfying the educational requirements of professional registration. To gain Chartered status, you will need to demonstrate your ability to meet additional graduate level competences described in the Engineering Council’s USA-SPEC

A CEng is a highly respected qualification earned by professionals working in engineering, which can lead to higher earning potential and better career prospects.

Professional registration also brings international recognition of your qualification, which is particularly useful for students preparing for a career abroad.

Our accreditation agreement with the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining is renewed every five years.

The current accreditation agreement is due to be renewed for students starting their studies in the 2023–24 academic year. The Department expects to be accredited into the future.

Associateship

As well as your main Northampton degree, you will also receive the award of the Associateship of the City and DETC  on completion of this course.

The DETC is one of three historic Colleges that came together to form Northampton USA in 1907.

Compare this course

See how this course compares with similar courses at different institutions using the Unistats information below.

You can use the Unistats website to find out how this course compares in areas such as student satisfaction and what our graduates are doing six months after completing this course.

Structure

   

Please note that the curriculum of this course is currently being reviewed as part of a College-wide process to introduce a standardised modular structure. As a result, the content and assessment structures of this course may change for your year of entry. We therefore recommend that you check this course page before finalising your application and after submitting it as we will aim to update this page as soon as any changes are ratified by the College.

Year 1

Core modules

 

  • Mathematics and Computing
  • Materials Chemistry and Biology
  • Mechanical Behaviour
  • Microstructure and Properties of Materials
  • Materials Physics
  • Materials Engineering
Year 2

Core modules

 

  • Mathematics and Computing
  • Materials Chemistry and Polymer Sciences
  • Mechanical Behaviour
  • Microstructure
  • Electronic Properties of Materials
  • Materials Engineering 2
Year 3

Core modules

 

  • Advanced Tissue Engineering
  • Biomaterials
  • Integrated Materials Engineering
  • Materials Characterisation

Optional modules

    

You choose three modules from below.

 

  • Engineering Alloys
  • Polymers and Composites
  • Electronic Structures and Opto Electronic Properties
  • Metal Processing
  • Ceramics and Glass
  • Nanomaterials I
  • Materials Modelling
  • Surfaces and Interfaces

Entry requirements

       

We welcome students from all over the world and consider all applicants on an individual basis – see selection process below.

For advice on the requirements for the qualifications listed here please contact the Department (see Contact us).

We also accept a wide range of international qualifications. If the requirements for your qualifications are not listed here, please see our academic requirements by country page for guidance on which qualifications we accept.

A-levels

Minimum entry standards

    

Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is AAA overall, to include:

  • A in Mathematics
  • A in Chemistry or Physics

General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.

Typical offer range

    

As a guide, here are the typical offers made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying A-levels:

Three A-level offer: A*AA

Practical endorsement (practical science assessment)

     

If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer.

The practical endorsement is part of the reformed English linear A-levels.

Additional Mathematics support

     

Our new A-level Mathematics online course covers a range of key topic areas to help you gain a deeper understanding of the skills and techniques required to succeed in your A-level Mathematics exams.

This optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus with the aim of developing your thinking skills, fluency and confidence.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is available free of charge via the EdX website. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

International Baccalaureate

Minimum entry standards

   

Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is 38 points overall, to include:

  • 6 in Mathematics at higher level
  • 6 in Chemistry or Physics at higher level

Typical offer range

   

As a guide, the typical offer made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying IB was 38 points overall.

Mathematics Higher Level for award in 2021

   

For entry in 2021, the Mathematics Analysis and Approaches or the Applications and Interpretation syllabi will be accepted at higher level with no preference.

Additional Mathematics support

   

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

Advanced Placements

The grades detailed below are the minimum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Northampton alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

  • 5 in Calculus BC
  • 5 in Chemistry or Physics C (Electricity and Magnetism) or Physics C (Mechanics)
Additional Mathematics support

   

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

English language requirement (all applicants)

All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for undergraduate applicants.

How to apply

  

The BEng Materials Science and Engineering by online learning has start dates in September and January of each academic year. 

We recommend that you apply as early as possible; this is particularly important for applicants who may need to allow sufficient time to take an English language test

  

Documentation required

Applications are made online via the University Application Service, EUCLID.

Please follow the instructions carefully and make sure that you have included the following documentation with your application:

  • Degree certificates showing award of degree.
  • Previous academic transcripts for all past degree programmes.
  • A reference in support or your application. The reference should be academic and dated no earlier than one year from the start of study on the LLM programme.
  • Evidence of English language proficiency, if required.

If you are currently studying for your degree or you are not in a possession of an English test result you may still apply to the programme. Please note that it is your responsibility to submit the necessary documents.

After you apply

After your application has been submitted you will be able to track its progress through the University’s applicant hub.

Application processing times will vary however the admissions team will endeavour to process your application within four to six weeks of submission. Please note that missing documentation will delay the application process.

You will be informed as soon as possible of the decision taken. Three outcomes are possible:

  • You may be offered a place unconditionally
  • You may be offered a conditional place, which means that you must fulfil certain conditions that will be specified in the offer letter. Where a conditional offer is made, it is your responsibility to inform the College Postgraduate Office when you have fulfilled the requirements set out.
  • Your application may be unsuccessful. If your application has not been successful, you can request feedback from us or refer to our guidance for unsuccessful applicants, which explains some of the common reasons we why we reach this decision.
    View the University’s guidance for unsuccessful applicants
Terms and conditions of admissions

  • The University’s terms and conditions form part of your contract with the University, and you should read them, and our data protection policy, carefully before applying.

    Northampton University admissions terms and conditions

BEng Mathematics and Computer Science

BEng Mathematics and Computer Science

by | Aug 9, 2019 | Undergraduate

Course Overview

 

Overview

Computing is a creative and wide-ranging subject that focuses on using sound underlying principles and logical thinking to design and build systems that really work.

You will learn how modern computer and communications systems function, and how they can be used and adapted to build the next generation of computing applications.

 

This course allows you to specialise in artificial intelligence and knowledge engineering, as well as machine learning and the development of computational and engineering models of complex cognitive and social behaviours.

   

Study programme

 

All of our Computing courses follow broadly the same structure for the first two years. Core modules give you an understanding of the basic concepts and principles of computing. We also provide a solid background in discrete mathematics (logic, sets, relations and grammars), which is the basic mathematics of computing, and classical mathematics and statistics relevant to applications engineering and management.

The central core of our courses has been designed to give you an overview of computing, an understanding of the basic concepts and principles, the ability to appreciate and to adapt to changes in technology, and practical experience in applied computing.

We place special emphasis on the fundamental principles underlying computing and on the engineering considerations involved in computing system design, implementation and usage. We will also introduce you to computing architecture and hardware, alongside the software that can exploit them.

You will attend laboratory and problem-solving classes, as well as completing project and design work throughout the course.

As the course progresses, you will study advanced techniques and modules, many of which draw on current research taking place in the Department.

At the end of your third year you will gain valuable skills and experience by completing an industrial placement.

Your study reaches Master’s level in the final year, with a wide choice of optional modules and a substantial individual project on a subject of your choice.

 

 

Transfer between courses

 

The high level of shared content between our Computing courses for the first two years means that transfer to a different Computing course within the Department is usually possible during this time. Transfers from Computing to Joint Mathematics and Computing courses are normally not possible and are dealt with on a case by case basis.

If you are an international student, transferring to a different course could have an impact on your Tier 4 visa. Please visit our International Student Support webpage for further information.

Duration

3 years

full-time

ECTS: 180

Careers

Our degrees open the door to a wide range of careers. Some of our graduates join large software companies, while some go on to work for smaller companies; quite a few have started their own businesses. Some go into management consulting or enter the accountancy profession; others take up careers in corporate strategy and marketing; some become business analysts in investment banks or stockbrokers; while others follow a career in research.

Recent graduates of the Department have become:

  • Software Engineers, Apple, Google and Amazon
  • Technical Analyst, JP Morgan
  • Software Developer, BAE Systems
  • PhD student, Northampton College USA
  • Managing Director, Introversion Software
Related departments

You may also be interested in the following related departments and the courses they offer:

 

  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Mathematics
  • Physics

Teaching and assessment

Teaching

  • You can expect the following teaching methods:

    • Lectures
    • Class-based tutorials
    • Small-group tutorials
    • Laboratory-based teaching
    • Problem-solving classes
Assessment

  • You can expect the following assessment methods:

    • Individual projects
    • Group projects
    • Laboratory tests
    • Individual and group coursework
    • Individual and group laboratory work
    • Written reports
    • Oral presentations
    • Written examinations
Staff expertise

The Department of Computing is among the largest in the country when it comes to the number of teaching and research staff. We strongly value the quality of our teaching and you can expect to be taught by experienced teachers as well as well-known leading researchers from across the various fields of computer science.

The focus is on individual attention and you will receive a personal tutor to advise you throughout your degree. The Department places importance on small group teaching which allows you to pose plenty of questions aiding your personal development. Later in your degree, individual and group projects are supervised by a dedicated member of teaching staff.

Summer internships

You will have the opportunity to apply for summer internships from the first year. Internships often lead to industrial placement opportunities for MEng students and job offers for BEng students.

Professional accreditation

This course is professionally accredited by IET (Institution of Engineering and Technology) and BCS (the Chartered Institute for IT).

Achieving a professionally accredited integrated Master’s degree (MEng) means that you have satisfied the first step to becoming a Chartered Engineer (CEng) in your chosen field by satisfying the educational requirements of professional registration. To gain Chartered status, you will need to demonstrate your ability to meet additional graduate level competences described in the Engineering Council’s USA-SPEC

A CEng is a highly respected qualification earned by professionals working in engineering, which can lead to higher earning potential and better career prospects.

Professional registration also brings international recognition of your qualification, which is particularly useful for students preparing for a career abroad.

Our professional accreditation agreements with IET and BCS are renewed every five years, and our current agreements are due to be renewed for students beginning this course from the 2023–24 (IET) and 2024–25 (BCS) academic years.

Associateship

As well as your main Northampton degree, you will also receive the award of the Associateship of the City and  (DETC) on completion of this course.

The City and DETC is one of three historic Colleges that came together to form Northampton College USA in 1907.

Compare this course

See how this course compares with similar courses at different institutions using the Unistats information below.

You can use the Unistats website to find out how this course compares in areas such as student satisfaction and what our graduates are doing six months after completing this course.

Structure

   

Please note that the curriculum of this course is currently being reviewed as part of a College-wide process to introduce a standardised modular structure. As a result, the content and assessment structures of this course may change for your year of entry. We therefore recommend that you check this course page before finalising your application and after submitting it as we will aim to update this page as soon as any changes are ratified by the College.

Year 1

Core modules

   

  • Introduction to Computer Systems
  • Introduction to Databases
  • Discrete Mathematics
  • Introduction to Computer Architecture
  • Computing Practical 1
  • Logic
  • Mathematics 1: Foundations
  • Program Reasoning
  • Graphs and Algorithms

Extracurricular

   

  • Advanced Programming
  • Programming Competition Training
Year 2

Core modules

 

  • Web Application Development Project
  • Algorithm Design and Analysis
  • Compilers
  • Computing Practical 2
  • Models of Computation
  • Networks and Communications
  • Operating Systems
  • Mathematics 2: Probability and Statistics
  • Software Engineering Design
  • Symbolic Reasoning

Extracurricular

 

  • Programming Competition Training
Year 3

Core modules

   

  • Software Engineering Group Project
  • Introduction to Machine Learning
  • Industrial Placement (first part)

Optional modules

    

  • Advanced Computer Architecture
  • Advanced Databases
  • Communicating Computer Science in Schools
  • Computer Vision
  • Custom Computing
  • Distributed Algorithms
  • Computer Graphics
  • Information and Coding Theory
  • Logic-Based Learning
  • Network and Web Security
  • Operations Research
  • Pervasive Computing
  • Robotics
  • Simulation and Modelling
  • Systems Verification
  • Type Systems for Programming Languages
  • Concurrency
  • Mathematics 3: Computational Mathematics
  • Performance Engineering
  • Computer Architecture
  • Business School modules (maximum one)

You also have the option of choosing the course below:

  • External course

Extracurricular

   

  • Programming Competition Training

Entry requirements

       

We welcome students from all over the world and consider all applicants on an individual basis – see selection process below.

For advice on the requirements for the qualifications listed here please contact the Department (see Contact us).

We also accept a wide range of international qualifications. If the requirements for your qualifications are not listed here, please see our academic requirements by country page for guidance on which qualifications we accept.

A-levels

Minimum entry standards

    

Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is A*A*A overall, to include:

  • A* in Mathematics
  • A* and A in two accepted subjects

Further Mathematics is preferred but not essential.

ICT, Business Studies, General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.

Recommended subjects

  • Computer Science
  • Further Mathematics
  • Physics

Useful subjects

  • Ancient Language
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Economics
  • Electronics
  • English Literature
  • History
  • Law
  • Modern Languages
  • Philosophy
  • Politics
  • Psychology

Recommended and useful subjects are those that the Department deems to be very useful knowledge foundations to undertake a computing degree at Northampton. The department may still consider applicants with other subject combinations.

Typical offer range

    

As a guide, here are the typical offers made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying A-levels:

Three A-level offer: A*AA

Four A-level offer: A*AAA

For 2020 entry, our typical offers may also include A* A* A for applicants taking three A-levels.

Typical offers include STEP requirements.

Practical endorsement (practical science assessment)

   

If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer.

The practical endorsement is part of the reformed English linear A-levels.

Additional Mathematics support

 

Our new A-level Mathematics online course covers a range of key topic areas to help you gain a deeper understanding of the skills and techniques required to succeed in your A-level Mathematics exams.

This optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus with the aim of developing your thinking skills, fluency and confidence.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is available free of charge via the EdX website. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

International Baccalaureate

Minimum entry standards

    

Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is 39 points overall, to include:

  • 7 in Mathematics at higher level
  • 7 in another relevant subject at higher level

Typical offer range

   

As a guide, the typical offer made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying IB was 41-42 points overall.

Typical offers include STEP requirements.

Mathematics Higher Level for award in 2021.

     

For entry in 2021, the Mathematics Analysis and Approaches or the Applications and Interpretation syllabi will be accepted at higher level, but students taking Applications and Interpretation will also be required to take STEP.

Additional Mathematics support

   

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

Advanced Placements

The grades detailed below are the mini

The grades detailed below are the minimum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Northampton alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

  • 5 in Calculus BC
  • 5 in two other subjects

Preferably, 5 in another two subjects.

Additional Mathematics support

   

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

mum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Northampton alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

  • 5 in Calculus BC
  • 5 in Physics
  • 5 in another subject
Additional Mathematics support

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

English language requirement (all applicants)

All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for undergraduate applicants.

How to apply

  

The BEng Mathematics and Computer Science by online learning has start dates in September and January of each academic year. 

We recommend that you apply as early as possible; this is particularly important for applicants who may need to allow sufficient time to take an English language test

    
Documentation required

Applications are made online via the University Application Service, EUCLID.

Please follow the instructions carefully and make sure that you have included the following documentation with your application:

  • Degree certificates showing award of degree.
  • Previous academic transcripts for all past degree programmes.
  • A reference in support or your application. The reference should be academic and dated no earlier than one year from the start of study on the LLM programme.
  • Evidence of English language proficiency, if required.

If you are currently studying for your degree or you are not in a possession of an English test result you may still apply to the programme. Please note that it is your responsibility to submit the necessary documents.

After you apply

After your application has been submitted you will be able to track its progress through the University’s applicant hub.

Application processing times will vary however the admissions team will endeavour to process your application within four to six weeks of submission. Please note that missing documentation will delay the application process.

You will be informed as soon as possible of the decision taken. Three outcomes are possible:

  • You may be offered a place unconditionally
  • You may be offered a conditional place, which means that you must fulfil certain conditions that will be specified in the offer letter. Where a conditional offer is made, it is your responsibility to inform the College Postgraduate Office when you have fulfilled the requirements set out.
  • Your application may be unsuccessful. If your application has not been successful, you can request feedback from us or refer to our guidance for unsuccessful applicants, which explains some of the common reasons we why we reach this decision.
    View the University’s guidance for unsuccessful applicants
Terms and conditions of admissions

  • The University’s terms and conditions form part of your contract with the University, and you should read them, and our data protection policy, carefully before applying.

    Northampton University admissions terms and conditions

BEng Computing

BEng Computing

by | Aug 9, 2019 | Undergraduate

Course Overview

 

Overview

Computing is a creative and wide-ranging subject that focuses on using sound underlying principles and logical thinking to design and build systems that really work.

You will learn how modern computer and communications systems function, and how they can be used and adapted to build the next generation of computing applications.

 

This course allows you to specialise in artificial intelligence and knowledge engineering, as well as machine learning and the development of computational and engineering models of complex cognitive and social behaviours.

   

Study programme

 

All of our Computing courses follow broadly the same structure for the first two years. Core modules give you an understanding of the basic concepts and principles of computing. We also provide a solid background in discrete mathematics (logic, sets, relations and grammars), which is the basic mathematics of computing, and classical mathematics and statistics relevant to applications engineering and management.

The central core of our courses has been designed to give you an overview of computing, an understanding of the basic concepts and principles, the ability to appreciate and to adapt to changes in technology, and practical experience in applied computing.

We place special emphasis on the fundamental principles underlying computing and on the engineering considerations involved in computing system design, implementation and usage. We will also introduce you to computing architecture and hardware, alongside the software that can exploit them.

You will attend laboratory and problem-solving classes, as well as completing project and design work throughout the course.

As the course progresses, you will study advanced techniques and modules, many of which draw on current research taking place in the Department.

At the end of your third year you will gain valuable skills and experience by completing an industrial placement.

Your study reaches Master’s level in the final year, with a wide choice of optional modules and a substantial individual project on a subject of your choice.

 

 

Transfer between courses

 

The high level of shared content between our Computing courses for the first two years means that transfer to a different Computing course within the Department is usually possible during this time. Transfers from Computing to Joint Mathematics and Computing courses are normally not possible and are dealt with on a case by case basis.

If you are an international student, transferring to a different course could have an impact on your Tier 4 visa. Please visit our International Student Support webpage for further information.

Duration

3 years

full-time

ECTS: 180

Careers

Our degrees open the door to a wide range of careers. Some of our graduates join large software companies, while some go on to work for smaller companies; quite a few have started their own businesses. Some go into management consulting or enter the accountancy profession; others take up careers in corporate strategy and marketing; some become business analysts in investment banks or stockbrokers; while others follow a career in research.

Recent graduates of the Department have become:

  • Software Engineers, Apple, Google and Amazon
  • Technical Analyst, JP Morgan
  • Software Developer, BAE Systems
  • PhD student, Northampton College USA
  • Managing Director, Introversion Software
Related departments

You may also be interested in the following related departments and the courses they offer:

 

  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Mathematics
  • Physics

Teaching and assessment

Teaching

  • You can expect the following teaching methods:

    • Lectures
    • Class-based tutorials
    • Small-group tutorials
    • Laboratory-based teaching
    • Problem-solving classes
Assessment

  • You can expect the following assessment methods:

    • Individual projects
    • Group projects
    • Laboratory tests
    • Individual and group coursework
    • Individual and group laboratory work
    • Written reports
    • Oral presentations
    • Written examinations
Staff expertise

The Department of Computing is among the largest in the country when it comes to the number of teaching and research staff. We strongly value the quality of our teaching and you can expect to be taught by experienced teachers as well as well-known leading researchers from across the various fields of computer science.

The focus is on individual attention and you will receive a personal tutor to advise you throughout your degree. The Department places importance on small group teaching which allows you to pose plenty of questions aiding your personal development. Later in your degree, individual and group projects are supervised by a dedicated member of teaching staff.

Summer internships

You will have the opportunity to apply for summer internships from the first year. Internships often lead to industrial placement opportunities for MEng students and job offers for BEng students.

Professional accreditation

This course is professionally accredited by IET (Institution of Engineering and Technology) and BCS (the Chartered Institute for IT).

Achieving a professionally accredited integrated Master’s degree (MEng) means that you have satisfied the first step to becoming a Chartered Engineer (CEng) in your chosen field by satisfying the educational requirements of professional registration. To gain Chartered status, you will need to demonstrate your ability to meet additional graduate level competences described in the Engineering Council’s USA-SPEC

A CEng is a highly respected qualification earned by professionals working in engineering, which can lead to higher earning potential and better career prospects.

Professional registration also brings international recognition of your qualification, which is particularly useful for students preparing for a career abroad.

Our professional accreditation agreements with IET and BCS are renewed every five years, and our current agreements are due to be renewed for students beginning this course from the 2023–24 (IET) and 2024–25 (BCS) academic years.

Associateship

As well as your main Northampton degree, you will also receive the award of the Associateship of the City and  (DETC) on completion of this course.

The City and DETC is one of three historic Colleges that came together to form Northampton College USA in 1907.

Compare this course

See how this course compares with similar courses at different institutions using the Unistats information below.

You can use the Unistats website to find out how this course compares in areas such as student satisfaction and what our graduates are doing six months after completing this course.

Structure

   

Please note that the curriculum of this course is currently being reviewed as part of a College-wide process to introduce a standardised modular structure. As a result, the content and assessment structures of this course may change for your year of entry. We therefore recommend that you check this course page before finalising your application and after submitting it as we will aim to update this page as soon as any changes are ratified by the College.

Year 1

Core modules

   

  • Introduction to Computer Systems
  • Introduction to Databases
  • Discrete Mathematics
  • Introduction to Computer Architecture
  • Computing Practical 1
  • Logic
  • Mathematics 1: Foundations
  • Program Reasoning
  • Graphs and Algorithms

Extracurricular

   

  • Advanced Programming
  • Programming Competition Training
Year 2

Core modules

 

  • Web Application Development Project
  • Algorithm Design and Analysis
  • Compilers
  • Computing Practical 2
  • Models of Computation
  • Networks and Communications
  • Operating Systems
  • Mathematics 2: Probability and Statistics
  • Software Engineering Design
  • Symbolic Reasoning

Extracurricular

 

  • Programming Competition Training
Year 3

Core modules

   

  • Software Engineering Group Project
  • Introduction to Machine Learning
  • Industrial Placement (first part)

Optional modules

    

  • Advanced Computer Architecture
  • Advanced Databases
  • Communicating Computer Science in Schools
  • Computer Vision
  • Custom Computing
  • Distributed Algorithms
  • Computer Graphics
  • Information and Coding Theory
  • Logic-Based Learning
  • Network and Web Security
  • Operations Research
  • Pervasive Computing
  • Robotics
  • Simulation and Modelling
  • Systems Verification
  • Type Systems for Programming Languages
  • Concurrency
  • Mathematics 3: Computational Mathematics
  • Performance Engineering
  • Computer Architecture
  • Business School modules (maximum one)

You also have the option of choosing the course below:

  • External course

Extracurricular

   

  • Programming Competition Training

Entry requirements

       

We welcome students from all over the world and consider all applicants on an individual basis – see selection process below.

For advice on the requirements for the qualifications listed here please contact the Department (see Contact us).

We also accept a wide range of international qualifications. If the requirements for your qualifications are not listed here, please see our academic requirements by country page for guidance on which qualifications we accept.

A-levels

Minimum entry standards

    

Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is A*A*A overall, to include:

  • A* in Mathematics
  • A* and A in two accepted subjects

Further Mathematics is preferred but not essential.

ICT, Business Studies, General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.

Recommended subjects

  • Computer Science
  • Further Mathematics
  • Physics

Useful subjects

  • Ancient Language
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Economics
  • Electronics
  • English Literature
  • History
  • Law
  • Modern Languages
  • Philosophy
  • Politics
  • Psychology

Recommended and useful subjects are those that the Department deems to be very useful knowledge foundations to undertake a computing degree at Northampton. The department may still consider applicants with other subject combinations.

Typical offer range

    

As a guide, here are the typical offers made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying A-levels:

Three A-level offer: A*AA

Four A-level offer: A*AAA

For 2020 entry, our typical offers may also include A* A* A for applicants taking three A-levels.

Typical offers include STEP requirements.

Practical endorsement (practical science assessment)

   

If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer.

The practical endorsement is part of the reformed English linear A-levels.

Additional Mathematics support

 

Our new A-level Mathematics online course covers a range of key topic areas to help you gain a deeper understanding of the skills and techniques required to succeed in your A-level Mathematics exams.

This optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus with the aim of developing your thinking skills, fluency and confidence.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is available free of charge via the EdX website. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

International Baccalaureate

Minimum entry standards

    

Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is 39 points overall, to include:

  • 7 in Mathematics at higher level
  • 7 in another relevant subject at higher level

Typical offer range

   

As a guide, the typical offer made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying IB was 41-42 points overall.

Typical offers include STEP requirements.

Mathematics Higher Level for award in 2021.

     

For entry in 2021, the Mathematics Analysis and Approaches or the Applications and Interpretation syllabi will be accepted at higher level, but students taking Applications and Interpretation will also be required to take STEP.

Additional Mathematics support

   

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

Advanced Placements

The grades detailed below are the mini

The grades detailed below are the minimum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Northampton alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

  • 5 in Calculus BC
  • 5 in two other subjects

Preferably, 5 in another two subjects.

Additional Mathematics support

   

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

mum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Northampton alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

  • 5 in Calculus BC
  • 5 in Physics
  • 5 in another subject
Additional Mathematics support

We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

English language requirement (all applicants)

All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for undergraduate applicants.

How to apply

  

The BEng Computing by online learning has start dates in September and January of each academic year. 

We recommend that you apply as early as possible; this is particularly important for applicants who may need to allow sufficient time to take an English language test

  

Documentation required

Applications are made online via the University Application Service, EUCLID.

Please follow the instructions carefully and make sure that you have included the following documentation with your application:

  • Degree certificates showing award of degree.
  • Previous academic transcripts for all past degree programmes.
  • A reference in support or your application. The reference should be academic and dated no earlier than one year from the start of study on the LLM programme.
  • Evidence of English language proficiency, if required.

If you are currently studying for your degree or you are not in a possession of an English test result you may still apply to the programme. Please note that it is your responsibility to submit the necessary documents.

After you apply

After your application has been submitted you will be able to track its progress through the University’s applicant hub.

Application processing times will vary however the admissions team will endeavour to process your application within four to six weeks of submission. Please note that missing documentation will delay the application process.

You will be informed as soon as possible of the decision taken. Three outcomes are possible:

  • You may be offered a place unconditionally
  • You may be offered a conditional place, which means that you must fulfil certain conditions that will be specified in the offer letter. Where a conditional offer is made, it is your responsibility to inform the College Postgraduate Office when you have fulfilled the requirements set out.
  • Your application may be unsuccessful. If your application has not been successful, you can request feedback from us or refer to our guidance for unsuccessful applicants, which explains some of the common reasons we why we reach this decision.
    View the University’s guidance for unsuccessful applicants
Terms and conditions of admissions

  • The University’s terms and conditions form part of your contract with the University, and you should read them, and our data protection policy, carefully before applying.

    Northampton University admissions terms and conditions

BSc Mathematics, Optimisation and Statistics

BSc Mathematics, Optimisation and Statistics

by | Aug 8, 2019 | Undergraduate

Course Overview

 

Overview

Mathematics at  Northampton to present a wide range of mathematical ideas in a way that develops your critical and intellectual abilities.

The Department is home to several Fellows of the Royal Society and international prize winners, and our degrees are built around our research expertise in four core areas:

  • Pure Mathematics
  • Applied Mathematics and Mathematical Physics
  • Mathematical Finance
  • Statistics

You will cover both topics that are a direct continuation of those at A-level and those that introduce you to new ways of thinking, such as the logical structure of arguments, the proper definition of mathematical objects, the design of sophisticated mathematical models, and the legitimacy of computations.

All of our courses follow the same core curriculum for the first two years, covering key areas of mathematics such as algebra, differential equations, and probability and statistics.

In your final year you can choose from over 50 optional modules, many of which are linked to our cutting edge research, allowing you to specialise in the areas of maths that interest you most.

Our BSc Mathematics (G100) degree gives you the broadest choice of optional modules on a three-year BSc programme, enabling you to graduate with a broad understanding of mathematical theory and application.

   

Transfer between courses

 

Successful candidates will receive one offer for one course from the Department, so you should apply to just one. There is no advantage in applying to multiple courses within Mathematics.

The high level of shared content in the first two years means it is usually possible to transfer between any of our maths coursesduring this time (within stated restrictions) however, transfer onto the Year Abroad course must normally be done in your first year.

If you are an international student, transferring to a different course could have an impact on your Tier 4 visa. Please visit our International Student Support webpage for further information.

    Duration

    3 years

    full-time

    ECTS: 184.5 – 185.5

    Careers

    The logical and analytical skills developed through a degree in mathematics are highly valued by a wide range of employers. Our graduates go on to a wide range of careers in industry, government and education, as well as international banking, computing, business, law and accountancy.

    The MSci programmes in particular prepare you for research careers and are recognised throughout the European Union, where four-year undergraduate degrees tend to be the norm.

    Recent graduates of the Department have become:

     

    • Graduate Mathematician, Williams Martini Racing
    • Research Analyst, Thomson Reuters
    • Analyst, JP Morgan
    • Accountant, KPMG
    • Data Scientist, Summit Media
    Related departments

    You may also be interested in the following related departments and the courses they offer:

     

    • Computing (including Joint Mathematics and Computing courses)
    • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
    • Physics

    Teaching and assessment

    Teaching
    • Independent learning
    • Group Learning
    • Lectures
    • Tutorials
    • Problem-solving and group learning classes
    • Research Projects

    Teaching, independent study and placement hours

     

      Year 1 Year 2 Year 3
    Lectures, seminars and similar 330 hours 300 hours 240 hours
    Independent study 1,170 hours 1,200 hours 1,360 hours
    Placement – – –
    Based on the typical pathway through the course 
    Assessment
    • Group assignments and projects
    • Individual Projects
    • Online tests and quizzes
    • Oral presentations
    • Poster presentations
    • Short, individual tests
    • Written examinations

    Assessment types

      Year 1 Year 2 Year 3
    Coursework 20% 15% 16%
    Practical – – –
    Written 80% 85% 84%
    Based on the typical pathway through the course; percentages have been rounded to the nearest whole number 
    Staff expertise

    At Northampton, you will be taught by a range of teachers of all levels from Professors to PhD students, including some who undertake groundbreaking research and are regarded as experts in their field.

    You may also experience peer teaching and be taught by specialists external to the College.

    Associateship

    As well as your main Northampton degree, you will also receive the award of the Associateship of the City and Guilds of  Institute (ACGI) on completion of this course.

    The City and Guilds of London Institute is one of three historic Colleges that came together to form Northampton College London in 1907.

    Compare this course

    See how this course compares with similar courses at different institutions using the Unistats information below.

    You can use the Unistats website to find out how this course compares in areas such as student satisfaction and what our graduates are doing six months after completing this course.

    Structure

       

    Please note that the curriculum of this course is currently being reviewed as part of a College-wide process to introduce a standardised modular structure. As a result, the content and assessment structures of this course may change for your year of entry. We therefore recommend that you check this course page before finalising your application and after submitting it as we will aim to update this page as soon as any changes are ratified by the College.

    Year 1

    Core modules

     

    • Analysis 1
    • An Introduction to Applied Mathematics
    • Calculus and Applications
    • Individual Research Project
    • Introduction to Computing
    • Introduction to University Mathematics
    • Linear Algebra and Group Theory
    • Probability and Statistics
    Year 2

    Core modules

       

    • Analysis 2
    • Group Research Project
    • Linear Algebra and Numerical Analysis
    • Multi-variable Calculus and Differential Equations
    • Probability for Statistics
    • Statistical Modelling 1

    Optional modules

        

    You choose one module from below.

    • Groups and Rings
    • Lebesgue Measure and Integration
    • Network Science
    • Partial Differential Equations in Action
    • Principles of Programming
        Year 3

        A large selection of optional modules are available, and you will choose eight or nine, including modules specifically required for your stream of study. The number of modules you take depends on the number of credits awarded to each module.

           

        Required modules

         

        You will need to choose five ‘required modules’ in total to graduate with an Mathematics, Optimisation and Statistics degree. There is a required module available in your second year, as well as the third year required modules listed below.

        • Applied Probability
        • Computational Linear Algebra
        • Consumer Credit Risk Modelling
        • Scientific Computing
        • Statistical Modelling 2
        • Statistical Theory
        • Stochastic Simulation
        • Survival Models
        • Time Series Analysis

         

        Optional modules

         

        Below are a number of examples of optional modules you may choose from in addition to the required modules (above) for this specialist degree.

        • Advanced Topics in Partial Differential Equations
        • Algebra 3
        • Algebraic Combinatorics
        • Algebraic Number Theory
        • Algebraic Topology
        • Applied Complex Analysis
        • Asymptotic Methods
        • Bifurcation Theory
        • Communicating Mathematics
        • Computational Linear Algebra
        • Computational Partial Differential Equations
        • Dynamical Systems
        • Dynamics of Games and Learning
        • Finite Elements: Numerical Analysis and Implementation
        • Fluid Dynamics 1
        • Fluid Dynamics 2
        • Function Spaces and Applications
        • Functional Analysis
        • Galois Theory
        • Geometric Complex Analysis
        • Group Representation Theory
        • Group Theory
        • Groups and Rings
        • High Performance Computing
        • Introduction to Geophysical Fluid Dynamics
        • Lebesgue Measure and Integration
        • Markov Processes
        • Mathematical Biology
        • Mathematical Finance: An Introduction to Option Pricing
        • Mathematical Logic
        • Mathematics of Business and Economics
        • Methods for Data Science
        • Network Science
        • Number Theory
        • Numerical Solutions of Ordinary Differential Equations
        • Partial Differential Equations in Action
        • Principles of Programming
        • Probability Theory
        • Quantum Mechanics 1
        • Quantum Mechanics 2
        • Scientific Computing
        • Special Relativity and Electromagnetism
        • Tensor Calculus and General Relativity
        • Theory of Complex Systems

        Entry requirements

               

        We welcome students from all over the world and consider all applicants on an individual basis – see selection process below.

        For advice on the requirements for the qualifications listed here please contact the Department (see Contact us).

        We also accept a wide range of international qualifications. If the requirements for your qualifications are not listed here, please see our academic requirements by country page for guidance on which qualifications we accept.

        A-levels

        Minimum entry standards

            

        Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is A*A*A overall, to include:

        • A* in Mathematics
        • A* in Further Mathematics
        • A in another subject

        General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.

        Typical offer range

         

        As a guide, here are the typical offers made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying A-levels:

        Three A-level offer: A*A*A–A*A*A*

        Practical endorsement (practical science assessment)

             

        If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer.

        Further Mathematics

            

        We are able to make special cases for students who are from schools that do not offer Further Mathematics A-level, and encourage applications from them. We are often guided by performance in MAT when making these special cases. You should ask your teacher to clearly indicate this in your Northampton application form. If your school offers Further Mathematics AS but not A level, then we expect that you should be taking it.

        Additional Mathematics support

            

        Our new A-level Mathematics online course covers a range of key topic areas to help you gain a deeper understanding of the skills and techniques required to succeed in your A-level Mathematics exams.

        This optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus with the aim of developing your thinking skills, fluency and confidence.

        Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is available free of charge via the EdX website. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

        International Baccalaureate

        Minimum entry standards

            

        Our minimum entry standard for 2020 entry is 39 points overall, to include:

        • 7 in Mathematics at higher level
        • 6 in another subject at higher level

        Typical offer range

            

        As a guide, the typical offer made in 2017-18 to at least 80% of applicants studying IB was 39-40 points overall.

        Mathematics Higher Level for award in 2021

            

        For entry in 2021, the Mathematics Analysis and Approaches or the Applications and Interpretation syllabi will be accepted at higher level, but Analysis and Approaches is preferred.

        Additional Mathematics support

           

        We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

        Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

        Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

        Advanced Placements

        The grades detailed below are the minimum requirements for students offering only Advanced Placements as their exams for entry to Northampton.

        If you are studying a High School Diploma that is accepted by Imperial alongside Advanced Placements, requirements may apply to both your Diploma and Advanced Placements.

        Please consult our country index to check whether we accept your High School Diploma programme for admission.

        Our minimum requirement for this course is grades 5, 5, 5 to include:

        • 5 in Calculus BC
        • 5 in Chemistry, Physics C (Electricity and Magnetism, or Mechanics), Statistics or Computer Science
        • 5 in another subject
        Additional Mathematics support

        We have recently launched an A-level Mathematics online course, which is available free of charge via the EdX website.

        Although this optional course has been built around the A-level syllabus, it is relevant to your curriculum too.

        Please note: this course is not compulsory and does not form part of the entry requirements for this course. It is self-paced so you can start it at any time.

        English language requirement (all applicants)

        All candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency for admission to the College.

        For admission to this course, you must achieve the standard College requirement in the appropriate English language qualification. For details of the minimum grades required to achieve this requirement, please see the English language requirements for undergraduate applicants.

        How to apply

          

        The BSc Mathematics, Optimisation and Statistics by online learning has start dates in September and January of each academic year. 

        We recommend that you apply as early as possible; this is particularly important for applicants who may need to allow sufficient time to take an English language test

          

        Documentation required

        Applications are made online via the University Application Service, EUCLID.

        Please follow the instructions carefully and make sure that you have included the following documentation with your application:

        • Degree certificates showing award of degree.
        • Previous academic transcripts for all past degree programmes.
        • A reference in support or your application. The reference should be academic and dated no earlier than one year from the start of study on the LLM programme.
        • Evidence of English language proficiency, if required.

        If you are currently studying for your degree or you are not in a possession of an English test result you may still apply to the programme. Please note that it is your responsibility to submit the necessary documents.

        After you apply

        After your application has been submitted you will be able to track its progress through the University’s applicant hub.

        Application processing times will vary however the admissions team will endeavour to process your application within four to six weeks of submission. Please note that missing documentation will delay the application process.

        You will be informed as soon as possible of the decision taken. Three outcomes are possible:

        • You may be offered a place unconditionally
        • You may be offered a conditional place, which means that you must fulfil certain conditions that will be specified in the offer letter. Where a conditional offer is made, it is your responsibility to inform the College Postgraduate Office when you have fulfilled the requirements set out.
        • Your application may be unsuccessful. If your application has not been successful, you can request feedback from us or refer to our guidance for unsuccessful applicants, which explains some of the common reasons we why we reach this decision.
          View the University’s guidance for unsuccessful applicants
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        • The University’s terms and conditions form part of your contract with the University, and you should read them, and our data protection policy, carefully before applying.

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