Course summary
Overview Studying BSc (Hons) Computer Science at the University of Portsmouth London campus means that you will be studying at a TEF Gold Rated University and a Top 5 Young University* in one of the best connected and affordable London Boroughs in London (Walthamstow). We offer you an industry based degree that is designed to give you unique career opportunities. What is completely different and unique about this degree is that your timetable is fixed from day one of your study until when you graduate and it will never change, so you will know exactly which afternoons or mornings of the week you are expected to attend. So, you can plan your life, work and studies accordingly. The Open Days at the London Campus vary to those held in Portsmouth. For more information and to book, please visit our website - https://london.port.ac.uk/events Located in the vibrant heart of Walthamstow, our campus is less than a minute’s walk from both the tube and bus stations, offering unparalleled access to all of London. The course offers:
- Insights and guidance from experienced academics with years in the tech industry, offering practical advice and real-world knowledge to support your career growth.
- Connections directly with the tech industry through field visits to companies like Dell, providing valuable networking opportunities and first-hand exposure to professional environments.
- Essential digital skills, from understanding how technology functions to learning advanced cybersecurity techniques, including how to recognise and prevent cyber-attacks.
- Authentic assessments that reflect real industry challenges, such as investigating global computer communication and exploring cloud-based solutions, ensuring you are job-ready from day one.
- Hands-on experience with industry-standard tools, including programming languages like Python, using fully equipped computer science labs designed for an immersive learning experience.
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 - 96 - 104 points
A level - BCC - CCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM - MMM
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 - 27 - 28 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H4, H4, H4, H4 - H3, H3, H3, H4, H4
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - M
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | 6 | English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5. |
Cambridge English Advanced | Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) (taken after January 2015). An overall score of 169 with no component score less than 162. | |
Cambridge English Proficiency | Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) (taken after January 2015). An overall score of 169 with no component score less than 162. | |
PTE Academic | 62 | An overall score of 62 with a minimum of 59 in each skill. |
TOEFL (iBT) | 79 | 79 with a minimum of 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening, 20 in Speaking and 17 in Writing. |
Trinity ISE | Pass | 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 | £9535 | 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 London
Juniper House
Walthamstow
London
E17 9PH