BSc Computer Science and Advanced Technologies Top-Up

The BSc Computer Science and Advanced Technologies (Top-Up) at the University of Portsmouth is designed for individuals who have completed prior qualifications such as a foundation degree, HND, or equivalent in a computing-related subject. It provides a pathway to advance their knowledge and skills in modern computing technologies and applications.

During this programme, you will cover advanced computing topics such as artificial intelligence, practical data analytics and mining, advanced databases, and critical research preparation. You will also develop key skills in system design, data-driven decision-making, research methodologies, and emerging digital technologies essential for roles in the tech industry.

For this course, you will learn through a combination of practical and theoretical methods. You will attend lectures, seminars, workshops, and hands-on practical sessions designed to apply concepts to real-world computing challenges.

Notably, you will apply what you have learned through a final-year project focused on research or practical implementation in advanced computing. Assessment occurs through coursework, group work, presentations, and individual project submissions.

The University of Portsmouth was established in 1992 and is situated in Hampshire, UK. It provides a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in several academic disciplines, including business, engineering, sciences, law, and technology.

The university is accredited by organisations such as the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA), and its courses are recognised by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).

These are the standard entry requirements to study a BSc in Computer Science and Advanced Technologies (Top-Up) at the University of Portsmouth:

Grade requirements:

• Applicants must have a relevant higher education qualification, such as an HND, foundation degree, advanced diploma, or even 240 credits from years 1 and 2 of an undergraduate degree (BEng/BSc).

English Proficiency:

• Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

The tuition fee (2025/2026) to study BSc Computer Science and Advanced Technologies (Top-Up) at the University of Portsmouth is £16,200 per year of study. However, this fee doesn't cover extra costs such as the placement year, accommodation and personal items of study, and general costs of living.

There are several funding options available to international students at the University of Portsmouth. For example, the merit-based Chancellor's Global Academic Merit Scholarship is open to self-supporting students. This represents a tuition reduction of £5,000 for the first year.

With a BSc in Computer Science and Advanced Technologies (Top-Up) from the University of Portsmouth, students graduate ready to work in the industry as:

• Machine Learning Engineer
• Full-Stack Developer
• Systems Analyst
• DevOps Engineer
• Network Architect
• IT Project Manager

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.