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Computer Science (Top-Up) at University of Winchester - UCAS

University of Winchester

Degree level: Undergraduate
Awarded by: The University of Winchester

Computer Science (Top-Up)

Course summary

  • Access a wide range of specialist software and tools including dedicated Cyber Security and Forensics, Networking and Software Development laboratories in a state-of-the-art building
  • We tend to favour workshop-style sessions over lectures and you will have the opportunity to apply cutting-edge knowledge and skills to real life scenarios. Live briefs, simulations, role play and live case studies will be used to recreate workplace conditions
  • Before moving on to your final year, you may choose to spend a year on a paid work placement in a business relevant to your ambitions, increasing your professional confidence and employability
  • In your final year, you have the option to complete a dissertation, undertake a consultancy project or work placement, or launch a start-up
This top-up degree allows students who have completed relevant Level 4 and 5 qualifications elsewhere to join the final year of our BSc (Hons) Computer Science programme, enabling you to gain a full Bachelor's degree in just one academic year.  Your programme provides a multidisciplinary perspective to the subject of Computer Science, giving you an excellent basis for a future career in the field. The course is future-focused and has the development of your digital skills, analytics and problem solving at its core. Employability and industry links are integrated into every module to support you in developing the skills you will need in the workplace. Our course provides in-depth knowledge and skills in computer science, networks and applications, enabling you to progress into any area of the computing industry. You will learn the necessary skills to develop cutting edge, state-of-the-art innovative applications.  You will benefit from links to professional and industry bodies, including Cisco Networking Academy and the BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT.  Develop your knowledge in computer systems and networks, programming, secure systems, computer system architecture, database systems, and modelling. You will graduate with an understanding of emerging trends in computer science, such as those in software development, artificial intelligence and distributed computing. During your course you will have the opportunity to attend occasional field trips.

Modules

For detailed information on modules you will be studying please click on the 'View course details' link at the top of this summary box.


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
I106
Institution code:
W76
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

We accept a wide range of non-UK qualifications and use UK NARIC (National Recognition Information Centre) guidelines to confirm their equivalence.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Applicants with a Foundation Degree in a related subject will be considered on an individual basis.


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6An overall score of 6.0, including 5.5 in writing is required. If you require Student Visa sponsorship, you will require a minimum of 5.5 in all 4 components.

Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9535 Whole course
Northern Ireland £9535 Whole course
Scotland £9535 Whole course
Wales £9535 Whole course
Channel Islands £9535 Whole course
Republic of Ireland £9535 Whole course
EU £16700 Whole course
International £16700 Whole 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

For further information about any additional costs associated with this course please see the individual course page on the University of Winchester website (www.winchester.ac.uk).
Computer Science (Top-Up) at University of Winchester - UCAS