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Congratulations on joining the Computer Science BSc (Hons) programme, and a very warm welcome to St Mary's.

Your induction timetable

Introduction to Computer Science

About the session

Welcome to Computer Science – join us for an engaging welcome session that kickstarts your journey into the world of computing. In this interactive introduction, you'll explore the course curriculum, meet your instructors, and get a sneak peek into the innovative projects you'll undertake. We'll cover essential topics, highlight key learning outcomes, and provide tips for success in your studies. No special preparation is required – just bring your enthusiasm and curiosity! 

Computer Science: Tools and Tech

About the session

Dive into the essential tools and technology that will empower your Computer Science studies in our 'Tools and Technology' session. This hands-on introduction will familiarise you with the software, programming languages, and development environments you'll use throughout your course. Discover how these tools will enhance your learning, streamline your workflow, and support your innovative projects.

University-wide induction

Your Welcome Week timetable

Try some of the welcome activities and socials on campus during 16-20 September. From fitness to freebies, they're great ways to settle into university life.

Join one of the SU's Student Life sessions in Welcome Week

They’ll explain what’s good in the local area, and the societies and clubs you can join. Basically how to make the most of student life!

Join one of the mandatory Student Essentials sessions in Welcome Week

These are a warm welcome and introduction to different faces you’ll see at the university, plus essential info about support services, health and safety, the code of conduct, and ID cards.

Complete the two mandatory Learning Modules online

They’re about SMU’s safe and supportive environment for our students, staff, and visitors. These values of Inclusiveness, Generosity of Spirit, Respect, and Excellence set the tone for how we all behave as a community.

 

Pre-induction activities

Take a look at our checklists for new students and reminders for continuing students.

Here's an additional pre-induction programme for students in the following categories. If you feel you'd benefit from additional support, you're eligible to apply to Get Set for Success:

  • Students who've previously been eligible for free school meals
  • First generation students (the first in family to go to university)
  • Estranged students (students no longer in contact with their families)
  • Care experienced students (students who have spent some time in local authority care)
  • Students who are carers
  • Students from Gypsy, Roma, or Traveller (GRT) backgrounds
  • Students with academic qualifications other than A-levels (BTEC, diploma, etc)
  • Refugees and asylum seekers

Find out more about Get Set for Success or contact getsetforsuccess@stmarys.ac.uk.

About your programme

Module information

You’ll complete your course one block or ‘semester’ at a time. In each semester you’ll study modules. Some are core modules you have to take – others you’ll be able to choose between when you arrive, personalising the course to your interests.

In your first semester you will study the following modules:

  •  Core
  •  Core
  •  Core

Further information about the structure of your course can be found within the programme specification document.

Resources

Once you’re registered, you can loan textbooks and other resources from our library. We have plenty of copies of key texts, though some students choose to buy their own.

We’ll let you know more in our induction sessions. Plus how to use our online learning environment Moodle – where you can access, lecture recordings, copies of lecture slides, handouts, further reading, and interactive resources.

Further information

Online enrolment

International students