Course summary
Solve complex and challenging problems using data, program design and systems knowledge on this BSc Computer Science. You’ll explore themes of computation, automation and information in our new London campus, where you’ll also have opportunities for part-time work or placements in the UK’s technology sector. Your studies include the practical application of your knowledge in computer science careers, with built-in training in the communication and leadership skills you’ll need to get others on board with your smart solutions. Course highlights
- Turn your curiosity and passion into an understanding of computational concepts – and build the skills to apply them in professional environments
- Take up a part time computer science role alongside your studies, or spend your third year on placement in the tech sector
- Study in our purpose-built London campus, using technology-enhanced classrooms to get the most out of your computer science learning
Modules
Year 1
- Core Computing Concepts – 20 credits
- Database Systems Development – 20 credits
- Networks – 20 credits
- Programming – 40 credits
- Architecture and Operating Systems – 20 credits
- Software Engineering Theory And Practice – 20 credits
- Programming Applications And Programming Languages – 20 credits
- Data Structures And Algorithms – 20 credits
- Operating Systems And Internetworking – 20 credits
- Discrete Mathematics And Functional Programming – 20 credits
- Ethical Hacking – 20 credits
- Individual Project (Engineering) – 40 credits
- Theoretical Computer Science – 20 credits
- Artificial Intelligence – 20 credits
- Distributed Systems And Security – 20 credits
- Digital Enterprise And Innovation – 20 credits
How to apply
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:
- G399
- 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
- Year 2
- Year 3
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 - 120 points
A level - BBB - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM - DMM
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher - Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Scottish Advanced Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 29 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H3, H4 - H3, H3, H3, H3, H3
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - M
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5. | |
Cambridge English Advanced | An overall CAE score of 52 or above with a minimum of Borderline in each skill. | |
Cambridge English Proficiency | An overall CPE score of 45 or above with a minimum of Weak in each skill. | |
TOEFL (iBT) | 79 with a minimum of 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening, 20 in Speaking and 17 in Writing. | |
PTE Academic | An overall score of 54 with a minimum of 51 in each skill. | |
Trinity ISE | Trinity College Integrated Skills in English (ISE) Level III with a Pass in all 4 components |
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9535 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
EU | £19200 | Year 1 |
International | £19200 | Year 1 |
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
Provider information
University of Portsmouth
University House
Winston Churchill Avenue
Portsmouth
PO1 2UP