Second-year students from the School of Computer Science and Engineering travelled to M-SParc this week for the final visit of the academic year, marking the culmination of their Industrial Project module.
A core part of the second-year programme, the Industrial Project module (ICE-2002) gives students the opportunity to work on real projects proposed by local companies based at M-SParc. Throughout the year, students are bussed weekly to the site, where they engage directly with industry partners, developing solutions in response to genuine business needs.
Working in teams, students take their projects from initial requirements through to prototype, gaining valuable experience of industry practices in software development. The module places strong emphasis on professional skills, including teamwork, communication, project management and problem-solving.
The final visit provided an opportunity to celebrate the students’ achievements, with each team delivering presentations that showcased their software applications and reflected on the challenges and successes of working collaboratively over an extended period.
The module is organised by Dr Dave Evans and Josh Davies, who support students throughout the year as they work closely with industry partners.
Professor William Hill, Head of the School of Computer Science and Engineering, praised the initiative and the students’ efforts, highlighting the importance of sustained engagement with local industry in preparing graduates for future careers.
The Industrial Project module remains a cornerstone of the second-year experience, offering students a unique opportunity to gain practical, real-world experience while building connections with companies across North Wales.
