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A variety of teaching methods are used to help you develop a range of skills. As well as lectures, most units involve a tutorial programme, often in the form of examples classes where you can ask about topics that you have not understood. The majority of teaching takes place in computer labs, making use of the excellent facilities available in the School, and reinforcing the practical relevance of the teaching.
A Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) is provided to supplement face to face teaching. The VLE allows you to access teaching materials, submit assignments, receive feedback and engage in many other School related activities via the Internet.
The amount of time you spend in the University each week will vary, but normally there are 12 to 18 hours of lectures/tutorial/practicals per week that must be attended. In addition you will be given coursework assignments to complete outside class-time and these will require approximately another 12 hours per week. Some of this coursework may need to be done in laboratories within the School.
You will be assessed through a combination of coursework and formal examinations. If you undertake the sandwich year you will be required to submit a report of your placement, and your performance during this year will be graded as either a pass or fail.
Many of the staff who teach in the School have experience of working in industry and so are able to ensure your education and training gives you the skills you are likely to require in future employment.
The School is also involved in a great deal of research, adding to the resources and knowledge you can benefit from. This helps to ensure that your teaching remains up-to-date in the latest developments in computing.