University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 15

ECTS credits : 7

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 2

Planned timetable: To be arranged.

This module provides an introduction to information visualisation and visual analytics. It focuses on the question of how to utilise visual representations to make information accessible for exploration and analysis. The module covers basic principles of visualisation design and interaction principles. It introduces a range of visualisation techniques and tools, and discusses how these can be effectively applied in various scenarios for communication, exploration and analysis, and how to evaluate information visualisations in different contexts. Skills in designing, developing, and evaluating information visualisations are reinforced through practical assignments. There are no pre-requisites for this module but students should have basic programming skills (e.g. in Java or JavaScript).

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must ( pass CS2001 or pass CS2101 ) and pass CS2002

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 3-hour lecture (x 11 weeks), 1-hour seminar (x 8 weeks)

Scheduled learning hours: 41

Guided independent study hours: 109

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: 2-hour Written Examination = 40%, Coursework = 60%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 40%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 60%

Re-assessment: 2-hour Written Examination = 40%, Existing Coursework = 60%