CS2101
Foundations of Computation (Accelerated)
2023-2024
40
20
SCQF level 8
1
Academic year(s): 2023-2024
SCOTCAT credits : 40
ECTS credits : 20
Level : SCQF level 8
Semester: 1
Availability restrictions: Available only to direct second year Computer Science entrants.
Planned timetable:
This module is an accelerated version of CS2001. It includes necessary background material from core first-year modules, as well as the same content as CS2001.
Anti-requisite(s): You cannot take this module if you take CS1002 or take CS1003 or take CS2001
Weekly contact: 2hr x 10 weeks lectures, 2hr x 10 weeks discussion, 3 x 1hr x 9 weeks tutorials
Scheduled learning hours: 160
Guided independent study hours: 240
As used by St Andrews: 3-hour Examination = 40%, Existing Coursework = 60%
As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 40%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 60%
Re-assessment: 3-hour Examination = 40%, Existing Coursework = 60%