| Unit name | Internet Economics and Financial Technology (Teaching Unit) |
|---|---|
| Unit code | COMSM0046 |
| Credit points | 0 |
| Level of study | M/7 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 1 (weeks 1 - 12) |
| Unit director | Dr. Cartlidge |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Units you must take before you take this one (pre-requisite units) |
A general knowledge of Computer Science is required. No prior knowledge of economics is assumed. To take the coursework assessment, a basic knowledge of Python is recommended. |
| Units you must take alongside this one (co-requisite units) |
EITHER Assessment Units COMSM0047 Internet Economics and Financial Technology (Exam assessment, 10 credits) OR COMSM0101 Internet Economics and Financial Technology (Coursework assessment, 15 credits). Please note: COMSM0046 is the Teaching Unit for the Internet Economics and Financial Technology option. Single Honours Computer Science and some Joint Honours students can choose to be assessed by either examination (10 credits, COMSM0047) or coursework (15 credits, COMSM0101) by selecting the appropriate co-requisite assessment unit. Any other students that are permitted to take the Internet Economics and Financial Technology option are assessed by examination (10 credits) and should be enrolled on the co-requisite exam assessment unit (COMSM0047). |
| Units you may not take alongside this one | |
| School/department | School of Engineering Mathematics and Technology |
| Faculty | Faculty of Engineering |
This unit provides students with an overview of the algorithmics and economics of the internet and their role underpinning modern financial technology.
The exam/coursework covers all intended learning outcomes, however the coursework assessment requires students to demonstrate deeper analysis and synthesis of ideas for the additional 5CP.
Formative Assessment: Mock exam-style questions during the teaching block for student feedback and progress monitoring (weighting 0%).
General ILOs
At the end of the course a successful student will be able to:
When assessed by Examination, in addition to the general ILOs above, a successful student will be able to:
When assessed by Coursework, in addition to the general ILOs above, a successful student will be able to:
Teaching will be delivered through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous sessions, including lectures, practical activities supported by drop-in sessions, problem sheets and self-directed exercises.
Teaching will take place over Weeks 1-7, with coursework support in weeks 9-11 and for students assessed by examination, consolidation and revision sessions in Weeks 12.
Examination details:
2 hour exam (100%, 10 credits).
OR
Coursework details:
Coursework (100%, 15 credits) - to be completed during a specific period.
If this unit has a Resource List, you will normally find a link to it in the Blackboard area for the unit. Sometimes there will be a separate link for each weekly topic.
If you are unable to access a list through Blackboard, you can also find it via the Resource Lists homepage. Search for the list by the unit name or code (e.g. COMSM0046).
How much time the unit requires
Each credit equates to 10 hours of total student input. For example a 20 credit unit will take you 200 hours
of study to complete. Your total learning time is made up of contact time, directed learning tasks,
independent learning and assessment activity.
See the Faculty workload statement relating to this unit for more information.
Assessment
The Board of Examiners will consider all cases where students have failed or not completed the assessments required for credit.
The Board considers each student's outcomes across all the units which contribute to each year's programme of study. If you have self-certificated your absence from an
assessment, you will normally be required to complete it the next time it runs (this is usually in the next assessment period).
The Board of Examiners will take into account any extenuating circumstances and operates
within the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes.
