Computer Science Principles and Practice

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The module introduces you to the foundational principles and concepts of computer science upon which the rest of your programme is built. You will learn about the traditional concepts, techniques and notation in the subject with both a practical and theoretical basis. Starting with the birth of counting systems in ancient civilisations and transitioning through to the present day you will explore several key themes including number theory, algorithms, Boolean algebra, logic, state machines, sets, functions, graphs and trees. Thus you will understand the development of the discipline as an academic subject as well as its social, ethical and professional impact and implications in today’s digital world.

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If you are based in the UK, you may be eligible for a government-backed postgraduate loan to cover the full costs of the course.

In addition, if you have successfully completed an undergraduate degree at the University of Sunderland, you are eligible for a 10% tuition fees reduction on our postgraduate programmes.

You pay tuition fees for each module taken, either module-by-module or in full at the start of your course.

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