Computer Science with Education and Qualified Teacher Status BSc (Hons)
University of East LondonStratford Campus, London
Course overview
Our BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Education and Qualified Teacher Status merges computer science knowledge with hands-on experience in school settings. Throughout this three-year course, you will study core technical subjects, while gaining a profound understanding of the impact of technology on society. Immerse yourself in software engineering, programming languages, computer systems, architecture, and data structures.
Work with specialised computer science students for two-thirds of your programme. Beyond technical expertise and to improve your teaching skills, you'll take part in regular school experiences from your first year. Get a comprehensive teaching qualification in just three years.
UEL is the only provider of this type of programme in London. By eliminating the need for a postgraduate certification you will be ready to teach computer science in schools upon graduation. Book for an open day
Key highlights
- Leads to Qualified Teacher Status without a separate postgraduate teaching qualification
- Regular school experience placements from the first year
- Covers software engineering, programming languages, computer systems and data structures
- Two-thirds of study alongside specialist computer science students
- Explores the impact of technology on society
- Only programme of this type offered in London
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 112 — Accepted Qualifications112 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator including:A Levels in at least two subjects.
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC Extended Diploma
- International Baccalaureate: 24 — to include including a minimum of 15 p
- Additional condition: interview — All applicants are interviewed.
- GCSE: 4/C — to include English, Science, Mathematics
Scholarships
Engagement Bursary
Up to £3,000
Hardship Bursary
Up to £3,000
International Scholarship
Scholarships range between £500 and £5,000 - off your first year's tuition fees - (depending on your course programme).
Up to £500Postgraduate Alumni Discount
If you progress directly with no gap year, you may receive a 15% discount. For direct progression graduates achieving an Upper Second-Class Honours (2:1), you may receive a 20% discount.
Sports Scholarships
Annual financial contributions to academic studies and living costs
Careers this course leads to
- Secondary school computer science teacher
- Computing teacher
- ICT teacher
- Head of computing department
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9790 per year | International: £9790 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East London, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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