The IS2 is the equivalent to second year level study of a typical four-year Scottish undergraduate degree. This programme provides an intensive combination of more advanced subject specific content with extra Mathematics and English academic literacy skills. Upon successful completion of the IS2, you will continue to the final two years of your chosen degree course with the University of Dundee. The IS2 programme is the start of your three-year journey towards an undergraduate degree with the University of Dundee. The continuation routes available cover a range of disciplines in the University of Dundee’s School of Business and School of Science and Engineering.

Overview

Computers affect every part of our lives. Technology is rapidly evolving, and the need for computer scientists to work across almost every industry continues to grow. Our IS2 Computing is the first stage in your integrated BSc (Hons) Computing Science degree course. You will be introduced to a wide range of Computing principles including software engineering, multi-paradigm programming, advanced algorithms and fundamentals of computer systems.

On completion, students will continue to Year 3 of BSc (Honours) in Computer Science in the School of Science & Engineering. During this degree, you'll work at the cutting-edge of technology. You will develop machine learning algorithms, web applications, and multi-platform games. You'll learn how to use technology to find solutions that can change lives worldwide.

You'll become part of an exciting and innovative environment, working with real-world organisations to create applications from requirements gathering to final product. We work closely with industries on a local and international level to ensure that the topics you study are practical and relevant. You'll put this experience into practice through short-term summer work placement modules.

Methods of Assessment

Continuous assessment and feedback
Project work and testing

Teaching

Small classes on-campus and online giving individual attention