BSc (Hons) Web Design and Internet Technology (Full Time)
Equip yourself for a career in the growing field of web-based systems, by studying on this stimulating and dynamic degree.
UCAS codes
2013 Entry
- Three years Standard EntryG590
- Four years Foundation YearG591
2012 Entry
- Three years Standard EntryG590
- Four years Foundation YearG591
Entry level
160 points (excluding General Studies and Key Skills) with at least one A level at Grade D or above in a design discipline.
Qualifications equivalent to the above may also be considered – contact the Faculty Office for further information.
In my view
“Working in web design is a unique mix of creative and technical skills. A relevant degree can give you a wonderful head start in the industry. ”
Marcus Green, Founder of,
Toolkit websites
Career opportunities
Graduates understand web design, both theory and practice and the technologies required to operate effectively on the web. They can use tools and techniques to create websites including integrating sound and moving image content and have hands-on experience of creating web applications and putting them in place.
Employment opportunities are with organisations using a presence on the web as a key part of their activity which includes businesses of all types and sizes, charities and local and central government.
Graduates also develop transferable skills in communication, numeracy, logical thinking, creativity, planning, presentation and team working.
Career paths include:
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web designer
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web developer
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e-business developer
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network support.
Course overview
On this degree you'll gain hands-on experience in creating and deploying web applications, and a solid understanding of web design principles and practice.
On this practice-based course, you will use our excellent laboratory facilities in key areas of web design and digital creativity.
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This forward thinking degree is designed to address the rapidly expanding market of web-based systems. Your understanding of the web and its enabling technologies – including networking, database development and interactive multimedia content – will be valuable to the many businesses involved with interactive multimedia content. This includes streaming audio and video systems, and e-commerce services.
The course covers web development and network implementation as well as streaming media formats. Understanding how databases work with web technologies further boosts your marketability.
This flexible course offers you personalisation too, with optional units including subjects such as animation and web usability.
Industrial focus
Our emphasis on practical learning will ensure that you’re well prepared for a career as an effective web technology professional.
Course content
Year 1
Six core units:
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Digital Creativity
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Content Creation Techniques
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Internet Technology
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Introduction to Databases
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Network Foundation
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Group Project.
Year 2
Six core units:
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Web Site Design
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Media Formats
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Developing for the Internet
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Database Application Development
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Network Implementation
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Graduate Development.
Year 3
Three core units and two option units:
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Web Design for Industry
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Emerging Web Technologies
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Project (double unit).
Options:
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Animation for the Web
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Human Computer Interaction
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Computer Law and Intellectual Property
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Curriculum Plus.
Why choose this course?
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This course is supported by Clickfire website design.
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Covers the underpinning knowledge required for the main commercial certification schemes including Cisco and Microsoft. You can enhance your employability by studying these schemes alongside your degree course.
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In addition to the University-wide IT facilities, the Faculty provides a set of specialist (Cisco) networking labs furnished with the latest computing and networking equipment.
Assessment
A combination of group and individual coursework, theoretical and practical assignments, project work, case studies and formal examinations.
Key career skills
IT, design, project management, communication, teamwork, evaluation and problem solving.
Projects/work experience
Although there is no formal industrial placement scheme for this course, some students gain industrial experience during vacations, or develop their final year project with support from industry.