Java Online at the University of Dundee

Java Online for CPD

In our online module we will provide you with the basic skills required to produce, design and develop computer programs in Java. Topics include users and requirements, objects, the Java language, statements, operators, inheritance, program control, arrays, collections and packages - and a project to demonstrate your understanding of all of these.

Am I eligible?

The only pre-requisite is programming experience.


Where & when? The module runs several times each year - typically Autumn, Spring & Summer, and lasts for 10 weeks. Subject to sufficient numbers, the next runs of Java Online are scheduled to start: October 6th 2008 January 26th 2009 June 22nd 2009 To give us time to get you registered we must receive your completed application form no later than a week before the module start date. If you live close enough, we may invite you to attend the University for an introductory meeting at the beginning of the session. BUT this is an online module, and everything you need will be sent by post before you start, or else available online via the Internet. You work in your own time, and you will be fully supported by a university tutor via email, discussion boards and web conferencing.	Presentation to some of the successful participants, May 2006

Where & when?

The module runs several times each year - typically Autumn, Spring & Summer, and lasts for 10 weeks. Subject to sufficient numbers, the next runs of Java Online are scheduled to start:

October 6th 2008
January 26th 2009
June 22nd 2009

To give us time to get you registered we must receive your completed application form no later than a week before the module start date.

If you live close enough, we may invite you to attend the University for an introductory meeting at the beginning of the session. BUT this is an online module, and everything you need will be sent by post before you start, or else available online via the Internet.

You work in your own time, and you will be fully supported by a university tutor via email, discussion boards and web conferencing.

Presentation to some of the successful participants, May 2006

What will I achieve?

You will learn object-oriented design and programming, using Java
You will become familiar with the My Dundee learning environment, which is used by the University of Dundee to support most student courses

You will also be awarded with a University of Dundee Certificate of completion, and you will be awarded 20 SCOTCAT points at SCQF level 7.

How much does it cost?

The cost of the module is £195. An invoice will be sent out with matriculation forms at the start of the module.

The application form contains a section to state who will pay this fee.

Presentation to some of the successful participants, Feb 2006

Comments from participants

"It is easy to get help through the message board or through email"

"The best thing is that it can be done on your own timetable"

"Best things were (1) Learning the new language, (2) Meeting the people, (3) Getting an insight to what the university course will be like"

"The most interesting part has been the web confrence, it's like having a chat with somone in the same room."

"I have learned more about the software development life cycle, and a lot about object oriented design"

"Extra material being posted helps keep the module interesting"

"Learning materials are varied and do not become repetitive"

How should I apply?

Application forms can be downloaded from here: as a Word document or as a PDF file.

Please send your completed application form, together with two passport sized photographs to:
eLearning Module co-ordinator (JOL), School of Computing, University of Dundee, DUNDEE DD1 4HN

I still have questions ...

Contact Dr Iain Martin, School of Computing, University of Dundee, DUNDEE DD1 4HN

Java Online developers & tutors

Useful links

Applied Computing at the University of Dundee

University of Dundee CPD courses