Computing with Web and Multimedia

Overview

This is an exit pathway of the Computing programme.

Extensive industry contacts provide engaging guest lecturers and class discussions – our Computing Department has strong links with local, national and international organisations including Microsoft, Google, Hewlett Packard and IBM.
The programme is taught in dedicated labs with industry-specific software by a highly competent team of experts from a variety of IT-related backgrounds.
All graduates can gain membership of the Institute for the Management of Information Systems and the British Computer Society (student membership).

Expertise in the world of multimedia design and development applications is a highly marketable skill as employers realise the potential of the web and multimedia to empower their business. This degree not only teaches you skills in the design and development of websites and multimedia applications but also how to do so in a way that directly relates to a client's individual needs.

You will develop efficient, professional websites through learning aspects of project analysis and design, how to build for the future and obtain high search engine listings. You will learn how to design and build multimedia applications pulsing with sound, light and animation. You can choose to develop your programming skills or follow a more design orientated approach by learning how to create 2D and 3D animation presentations.

Exit pathways

After gaining a solid base in computing in your first year you can either specialise in one of three subject areas: Database Systems, Web and Multimedia, or Information Management, or take elements of all three and continue a broader programme of Computing Studies. If you wish to combine Computing with another programme at Roehampton you can do so by taking elements from all three Computing specialisms to form a Combined Honours programme of your choice.

Single Honours:

Combined Honours:

Computing Studies

In detail

For a complete description of this programme's aims, learning outcomes and the programme outline, see the full programme details.

For a complete list of this programme's modules and a detailed description of each of them, see the full module details.

Entry requirements

Offers are typically based in the range of 160–240 points from A-levels, vocational A-levels, or equivalent, including the 14–19 Diploma.
GCSE English and Maths at grade C, or equivalent.

Our offers are not solely based on academic results: we also take your skills, achievements and life experience into consideration.

For further information refer to our general entrance requirements page, which includes a tariff table. If you need advice on entry requirements or applications, please contact our Enquiries Office on 020 8392 3232.

Year-by-year summary

First year

The first year is common across all four Computing pathways and will provide you with a solid basis in a variety of areas such as:

the role of information systems in business and society
different methods used in the development of information systems
ways to collect and manage data
the legal and ethical aspects of being a computing professional
computer programming; and computer hardware, networks and graphic design.

You will be debating with your fellow students on topical issues such as the dilemmas of music downloading and hacking. You will create your own computing programmes, design your own databases and learn how to deploy industry-specific software such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to create computer graphics for any occasion.

Second year

The second year builds on first-year modules to provide you with valuable skills in the design of professional multimedia presentations and websites that cater for specific markets and audiences. You will learn the importance of accessibility, usability, easy update and maintenance. You will learn how to adopt a methodological approach to design and development and use a combination of hand coding and industry-specific software to create powerful, marketable presentations.

Third year

In your third year you will embark on a project that involves the design of a multimedia application for a real company. This could be a website with database linkage, or a multimedia application incorporating a variety of elements such as 2D and 3D animations, sound and video. This will be part of your IT Portfolio, which can be added to your curriculum vitae. You will also explore more advanced concepts associated with web development, administration or 3D animation.

Examples of student work

Students undertake a variety of projects as part of the Computing programme. These projects require the analysis and design of a system to meet specific requirements (typically business).

Animation by Steven Lucas on YouTube.

To view other students' work, search for "Roehampton animation" on YouTube.

Facilities

The programme is taught in dedicated labs with industry-specific software.

Our Computing Department has strong links with local, national and international organisations including Microsoft, Google, Hewlett Packard and IBM.

The University Library has excellent resources for the study of Computing.

Career prospects

The programme has been designed to equip you with valuable skills for employment – not only technically but also in the area of honing your communication and problem-solving skills to enable you to meet the demands of the workplace. Our graduates gain jobs in many fields such as system analysis, web design and development, marketing and retail management.

Quotes from former students

"I found the variety of skills sets learned at the University a great help in securing myself a career in project management in the IT industry."
Ella Horswell, former Computing student from Wimbledon, London, now works as a Project Manager at World Archipelago in Fulham, London

"I chose BSc in Computing as it gave me the opportunity to select modules that I found interesting such as programming and also the artistic side of computing: Graphics and 3D animation (see my work on YouTube). The course I completed was both intellectually stimulating and challenging. My third-year project improved my techniques in Java programming and software engineering, which will be beneficial in developing Java-based enterprise applications. Roehampton University has helped shape my future."
Alvin, former Computing student

"I'm working as a Media Insight Analyst at TMP Worldwide, a recruitment advertising and communications company. My responsibilities include analysing statistics from Google and other media to see how well our campaigns for clients are progressing. I'm really enjoying it and I'm working with a really nice group of people."
Chris, former Computing student

"My degree gave me such a good foundation and has helped me get to where I am today, also Roehampton's reputation made a difference. I found a job within three months of graduating.
Having a strong foundation from my degree and the ability to work under pressure, I was able to develop my skill set on the job and work as a web designer initially. I then got into front-end development because I wanted to build what I designed."
Meera Tank, former Computing student, now works as Digital Experience Architect at ID Media, London