What will I learn on this module?
The aim of the module is to provide you with knowledge and understanding of digital technologies within a range of industry sectors. You will be expected to research and discuss a given topic on digital technology. You will be presented with the opportunity to research, evaluate and develop practical skills using the tools and techniques required within different industry settings and how these can be used to support their business, client, and customer needs.
This will be underpinned by acquiring academic and intellectual skills and competencies, through research and development in related technology sectors.
This module is concerned primarily with knowledge and understanding of the technology industries and how it is influenced by the use of information and digital technologies; thus it will involve practical sessions along with theoretical debate. In particular, you will cover topics such as:
The place of HCI and UX within the tech industry.
The use of digital technologies within a range of industry sectors.
The evolution of ubiquitous computing technologies.
Ways of problem solving digital technologies to support client/customer needs
Research informed practices within industry.
Future proofing digital technology sectors.
How will I learn on this module?
The module includes a combination of methods to support learning, including practical sessions, theoretical debates and guided learning. Topics will normally be introduced in class and explored through practical exercises (helping you develop the practical skills needed) and guided learning activities. You will be encouraged to develop independent learning skills to manage your research activities.
How will I be supported academically on this module?
You will be given advice and feedback on your work and progress during the timetabled classes and review points through the academic year via the eLP.
What will I be expected to read on this module?
All modules at Northumbria include a range of reading materials that students are expected to engage with. Online reading lists (provided after enrolment) give you access to your reading material for your modules. The Library works in partnership with your module tutors to ensure you have access to the material that you need.
What will I be expected to achieve?
On completion of this module students will be able to:
Knowledge & Understanding:
MLO1 Identify a range of digital technologies within an industrial sector and how they support users, clients and/or customers.
Intellectual / Professional skills & abilities:
MLO2 Demonstrate and present the practical implications of digital technologies within an industry sector.
MLO3:Discuss digital technologies, methods and techniques used to support user experiences within an industry context.
Personal Values Attributes (Global / Cultural awareness, Ethics, Curiosity) (PVA):
MLO4 Evaluate through informed research how digital technologies support the industry sector and how this improves profitability, user experience and return on investment.
How will I be assessed?
The assessment strategy for the module is a two-part assessment. .
1. You will be required to produce
an individual report (2,000 words) ( MLO1) (MLO3) (MLO4) This will be worth 70% of the overall module mark.
A Poster presentation based upon the report. (MLO2) (ML03) (MLO4) This will be worth 30% of the overall module mark.
Formative feedback will be provided through the formal review session throughout the semester.
Summative assessment will be based around the objectives met via the eLP.
Pre-requisite(s)
None
Co-requisite(s)
None
Module abstract
This module will introduce you to the breadth of existing digital technologies and their uses within a range of industry sectors. Through participating in practical sessions and theoretical debates you will be encouraged to research and evaluate existing technologies drawing on existing theories, while also developing your practical skills for a range of tools and techniques required within different industry settings. You will cover a broad range of technologies and by the end of the module will be able to critically evaluate those technologies within an industry context, demonstrate research informed practices to support successful problem solving, and be able to consider ways of future-proofing digital technology sectors.
Course info
UCAS Code I200
Credits 20
Level of Study Undergraduate
Mode of Study 1 year Full Time followed by a further 3 years Full Time or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)
Department Computer and Information Sciences
Location City Campus, Northumbria University
City Newcastle
Start September 2025
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