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Computer Science (Top-Up)

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 1 Years
  • Full-time
  • 11 May 2026
  • Undergraduate
University of Portsmouth London
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Course summary

Overview

Push your potential with our BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Top-Up) degree – a fast-track route that gets you future-ready in one year. This course builds on your existing knowledge, focusing on key computing subjects such as theoretical computer science, systems and security, data analytics, and emerging technologies.

You will explore Artificial Intelligence (AI), enhance your research skills, and complete a final project that addresses real-world ethical, international, or sustainability challenges in the computing industry. With a focus on practical learning and no traditional exams, this degree prepares you for a wide range of careers in computing.

Modules

Theoretical Computer Science – 20 credits
Artificial Intelligence – 20 credits
Distributed Systems and Security – 20 credits
Digital Enterprise and Innovation – 20 credits
Individual Project (Engineering) – 40 credits

There are no optional modules in this year.
Some course content may change over time to reflect changes in the discipline or industry. If a module doesn't run, we'll let you know as soon as possible and help you choose an alternative module.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University of Portsmouth London

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 1 Years

Start dates

  • 11 May 2026

Apply by
29 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
I105
Institution code:
P80
Campus name:
University of Portsmouth London
Campus Code:
L
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
29 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
I105
Institution code:
P80
Campus name:
University of Portsmouth London
Campus Code:
L

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

A level
Not accepted

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Not accepted

Access to HE Diploma
Not accepted

Scottish Higher
Not accepted

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE English and mathematics at grade C/4 or above.

CLEARING INFORMATION – Our entry requirements may be different during Clearing, so please contact us on 023 9284 8000 to discuss your options

Relevant HE study leading to a Level 5 qualification, for example an appropriate HND, foundation degree or Advanced Diploma, or 240 credits from year 1 and year 2 of an undergraduate degree (BA/BSc), in a relevant subject

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5.
Cambridge English AdvancedCambridge English: Advanced (CAE) (taken after January 2015). An overall score of 169 with no component score less than 162.
Cambridge English ProficiencyCambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) (taken after January 2015). An overall score of 169 with no component score less than 162.
PTE Academic62An overall score of 62 with a minimum of 59 in each skill.
TOEFL (iBT)7979 with a minimum of 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening, 20 in Speaking and 17 in Writing.
Trinity ISEPassTrinity College Integrated Skills in English (ISE) Level III with a Pass in all 4 components.

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Undergraduate fees for 2025 entry will be available shortly.

For more information about fees, go to https://www.port.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduate-fees-and-student-finance/tuition-fees-living-costs-and-other-study-costs

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