This year our School of Computer Science and Enginneering proudly partnered with leading IT services company Netcompany to host the annual Final Year Project (FYP) Showcase. The event, now in its fourth year, celebrated the outstanding work of final-year students and offered them the opportunity to present their innovative projects to professionals from Netcompany and Smart DCC. The showcase not only provided a platform for valuable industry feedback but also gave students the chance to compete for top prizes, including first, second, and third place awards and a special Social Impact prize.

From over 400 final year submissions across the School, ten of the most impressive projects were selected for presentation. Students pitched their work to a panel of industry experts, sharing real-world solutions powered by cutting-edge technologies from AI and blockchain to smart cards and machine learning.

We spoke with four standout students to learn more about their projects and what they gained from their time at Westminster.

Featured Student Projects

Alisha Javed – Java Smart Card Technology – Smart Computer Systems BEng now Software Engineering with Electronics BEng

Alisha developed a secure access control system using Java Smart Card technology, aimed at eliminating the risks of storing biometric data on central servers. Her system stores fingerprint and iris data directly on the card, enhancing both security and privacy. Built with tools such as Python, OpenCV, jCardSim, and Java Swig, her project includes key features like encryption, role-based access, and CAPTCHA protection. Alisha highlighted the practical nature of her course at Westminster and credits it for building her confidence and technical skills. She has secured a role as a Software Engineer post-graduation.

Hewage Dinuka Amarasinghe – NeighbourSkill: Blockchain-Powered Community Skill Exchange – Computer Science BSc

Dinuka’s project, NeighbourSkill, is a decentralised platform for local skill-sharing. Inspired by time banking and motivated by a desire to use blockchain for social good, the platform leverages Ethereum smart contracts and a custom ERC-20 token (TCR) to promote fair, transparent, and autonomous local service sharing. Developed with React, TailwindCSS, Solidity, and deployed on the Sepolia testnet, the platform features MetaMask integration, dispute resolution, and smart escrow functionality. It addresses the limitations of traditional freelance and time-banking models by offering a more scalable, secure, and inclusive alternative.

Hewage’s final project was the highlight of his time at Westminster, where he pushed himself to learn entirely new technologies and concepts, including blockchain development and smart contract implementation. Supported by an encouraging supervisor, he developed a socially impactful solution that demonstrates the potential of blockchain beyond cryptocurrency and NFTs. His experience has solidified his ambition to pursue a career in both front-end and back-end development.

Rachel Naadia Cooray – PCOS Care: A Machine Learning Diagnosis Tool – Computer Science BSc

Rachel’s project, PCOS Care, addresses the underdiagnosis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) by providing a web-based risk assessment tool powered by machine learning. Users can input health data for real-time predictions, with or without clinical test results. Built with Streamlit, Flask, and supported by a multi-model backend, Rachel’s project incorporates techniques like SMOTE and sensitivity analysis for enhanced accuracy. Key features include interactive data input forms, real-time risk prediction, and educational content from trusted sources such as the NHS.

Her passion for the topic was driven by personal interest and the opportunity to work with an accessible dataset, which made the project both meaningful and impactful. Being selected for the university’s final year showcase was a proud moment, reflecting the strength of her project and performance. Rachel’s project won third prize at the event.

Rachel describes her experience at Westminster as supportive and inspiring, praising the excellent facilities and approachable staff. Looking ahead, she plans to pursue a career in data science, followed by a Master’s degree in the field.

Shannon Noronha – Travelerz Pal: Smart AI Travel Planner App – Business Information Systems BSc now Business Computing BSc

Shannon created Travelerz Pal, a mobile app that uses AI to streamline travel planning. Designed for casual tourists, it combines personalised itineraries, budgeting tools, activity suggestions, and a built-in community forum, all in one platform. Developed using React Native, Firebase, the Gemini API, and Google Places API, the app features an intuitive interface prototyped in Figma. Shannon drew inspiration from her own travel challenges and highlighted her involvement in extracurriculars and completing the Westminster Employability Award as defining experiences during her degree.

Award Winners

•  First Place: Anshul Yadav (Software Engineering BEng) for CarbonQuest, a gamified carbon emission tracker and sustainable marketplace.
• Social Impact Award: Ajay Dhillon (Computer Science BSc) for KnowMySkin (KMSkin), a mobile app for early skin disease detection.

Empowering Students Through Industry Engagement

Huseyin Dagdeviren, Senior Lecturer and Director of Employability in Computer Science and Engineering, shared:

“This is the fourth year we’ve had the pleasure of hosting our Final Year Project Showcase in partnership with Netcompany, and we were delighted that Smart DCC joined us this year. Events like this are about more than just prizes—they help build meaningful connections between university and industry. They inspire our students to aim higher, gain confidence, and explore what’s possible beyond the classroom.”

The showcase reflects Westminster’s strong commitment to employability and real-world learning, preparing students to become confident, skilled contributors in the ever-evolving tech industry.

About Westminster

As one of the most diverse universities in the UK, we are a global university with London energy, with more than 19,000 students from 169 countries. Visit our website to find out more about our Computer Science and Engineering courses.