University of Roehampton

BSc Computer Science Top-up

University of Roehampton

Course overview

The BSc Computer Science (Top-up) at the University of Roehampton is a one-year full-time programme. It is created for students entering directly into the final year and earning an honours degree. The programme is open to students who already have other qualifications such as a Higher National Diploma (HND), a Foundation Degree (FdA / FdSc), or equivalent international qualification in a related field. Students who have completed their first and second years of BA or BSc in a related course at another university can also take this top-up course.

The course teaches students the different aspects of computing. This includes data visualisation, machine learning, data engineering, cyber-security, and more. Students learn through online and offline teaching, project-based learning, and collaborative practices. Assessment is through. Students can apply for a placement and get experience in the field.

Entry requirements

Applicants of this course will submit their personal statement, transcripts, references, and other supporting documents.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants of this course should have 240 credits from a Higher National Diploma (HND), a foundation degree (FdA or FdSc), or equivalent international qualification in a relevant subject.
  • Those who are already taking a BA or BSc course in a relevant field at a different university should have up to 240 credits in their first and second year of study.

English Proficiency:

  • International students will show proof of their English ability by having an overall IELTS score of 6 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each band).
  • Other accepted English tests and their scores are TOEFL (iBT) (80), PTE Academic (59), and Cambridge English Advanced ©.

Scholarships

  • 20% Tuition Fee Discount

    A 20% tuition fee discount for all alumni of the University.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Country Scholarships

    Country Scholarship A: This award is worth £2,500. Country Scholarship B: This award is worth £1,500 to each successful applicants who enrols.

  • Engineering and Technology Scholarship

    £3,000 for all overseas fee-paying students applying for one of the new Engineering and Technology Undergraduate courses.

    Up to £3,000

  • Esports Scholarships

    Up to 20 cash scholarships, worth £2,000 per year of your degree, are available to students who demonstrate aptitude in esports.

    Up to £2,000

  • International Excellence Scholarship - Postgraduate

    Scholarships value: £4000 scholarships (1 year); £2500 scholarships (1 year); £1000 scholarships (1 year).

  • International Excellence Scholarship - Undergraduate

    £4,000 scholarships (x3 years); £2,500 scholarships (x3 years); £1,000 scholarships (x3 years).

  • Roehampton Higher Technical Qualification (HNC/ HND) Scholarship

    The scholarships are worth £2000, paid for the length of your course.

    Up to £2,000

  • Roehampton Women in Esports Scholarship

    Up to four scholarships available to first year students starting in September, each worth up to £2,000 a year.

  • Southlands College 150th Anniversary Scholarships (Education)

    £2,000 fees discount are offered to two students of the University of Roehampton as part of the celebrations to mark the 150th anniversary of the founding of Southlands College.

    Up to £2,000

  • Southlands College 150th Anniversary Scholarships (General)

    £2,000 fees discount are offered to two students of the University of Roehampton as part of the celebrations to mark the 150th anniversary of the founding of Southlands College.

    Up to £2,000

  • Southlands College Teaching Scholarships

    £2,500 fees discount are offered to two students of the University of Roehampton as part of the celebrations to mark the 150th anniversary of the founding of Southlands College.

    Up to £2,500

  • The London Methodist Bursary Fund

    £1,000 bursary payment are offered to students of the University of Roehampton.

    Up to £1,000

Career opportunities

Students who take this course will graduate with an honours degree in Computer Science. This means that they will have the knowledge and skills to have jobs such as:

  • Software Developer or Engineer
  • Data Scientist or Data Engineer
  • Cybersecurity Analyst
  • DevOps Engineer
  • AI or Machine Learning Engineer

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students to study BSc Computer Science (Top-up) at the University of Roehampton is £16,950. The university can change this fee every year.

Admission

International applicants can also apply directly through the Roehampton international students' application portal. Contact AHZ Associates for easy, safe, and efficient counselling on everything about the admission process.

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