| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Computer Science (Top-Up) BSc (Hons)
Key Facts
- UCAS Code: I102
- Level: UndergraduateUG BSc (Hons)
- Duration: Full Time: 1 year, Part Time: 2 years
- Starting: September
- UK Fees 25/26 >: Full Time: £9,535, Part Time: £1,585 (per 20 credits)
- International Fees 25/26 >: Full Time: £17,000
- Location >: Waterside
Overview
The University of Northampton’s Computer Science Top-up degree enables students with a Level 5 (or equivalent) computing related qualification (e.g. HND, Foundation degree) to acquire further knowledge and skills in the field of computer science through engaging with key principles and theories. You will develop extra practical computing skills across a broad range of topics within computer science, applying these in the creation of tools and systems to solve real world problems.
Highlights
- Coverage of fundamental principles of computer science with plenty of practical applications.
- A state-of-the-art computer lab for teaching and learning for the Computer Science top up course
- Student support initiative
- We support you to achieve your career in Computer Science with the Northampton Employment Promise.
Entry Requirements
Candidates must have successfully completed either:
- A BTEC HND Level 5 Diploma in Computer Science or computing related subject,
- A Foundation Degree in Computer Science or computing related subject
- Other UK level 5 equivalent qualification in Computer Science or computing related subject
In addition to the University’s General Requirements for Entry applicants should have a merit or higher for their level 5 qualifications in computing related subjects.
Receiving an offer for the Computer Science BSc top up degree may also be subject to qualifications and standard entry requirements.
English Language Requirements
All International and EU students applying for a course with us must meet the following minimum English language requirements:
- IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands for study at undergraduate level.
Course Content
During this one-year Top-Up Computer Science degree programme, you will further enhance your Computer Science knowledge and skills by undertaking high-level modules such as Advanced AI and Applications, Modern Databases, Cyber Security and Applied Cryptography, and Media Technology. You are also expected to complete an independent dissertation on a topic of your choice in the field of Computer Science (with some guidance from an assigned supervisor). This benchmarking module will allow you to showcase your overall knowledge and skills learnt from the course.
Student Perks
Whatever your ambitions, the University of Northampton are here to help you to achieve them. We’ll support you to identify the skills you’re learning during your Computer Science Top-Up degree, find your strengths and secure practical experience so that when it comes to applying for jobs or further study you’ll feel confident in standing out from the crowd. We’ve created the Northampton Employment Promise because we are so confident that if you focus on your studies and complete one of our awards you’ll be highly employable by the time you graduate. Putting you in a great position to secure employment or continue your studies.
Fees and Funding
2025/26 Tuition Fees
- UK – Full Time: £9,535
- UK – Part Time: £1,585 per 20 credit module
- International – Full Time: £17,000
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 2025/26 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years. UON will adjust UK fees annually in line with Government Policy.
Staff
- James Xue, Senior Lecturer - Computing, Faculty of Arts, Science and Technology
Careers and Employability
Students on this Computer Science Top-Up degree will benefit from our excellent links to the computing industry (e.g., Barclaycard, GE) and other organisations such as BCS, IEEE, CISCO Network Academy, etc. We are confident that our students, upon successful completion of this programme, will be able to find a graduate level job; otherwise our Northampton Employment Promise will secure a three–six month paid internship for you to get back on track.
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Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The University of Northampton’s Computer Science Top-up degree enables students with a Level 5 (or equivalent) computing related qualification (e.g. HND, Foundation degree) to acquire further knowledge and skills in the field of computer science through engaging with key principles and theories. You will develop extra practical computing skills across a broad range of topics within computer science, applying these in the creation of tools and systems to solve real world problems.
Outline:
During this one-year Top-Up Computer Science degree programme, you will further enhance your Computer Science knowledge and skills by undertaking high-level modules such as Advanced AI and Applications, Modern Databases, Cyber Security and Applied Cryptography, and Media Technology. You are also expected to complete an independent dissertation on a topic of your choice in the field of Computer Science (with some guidance from an assigned supervisor). This benchmarking module will allow you to showcase your overall knowledge and skills learnt from the course. You will have the opportunity to attend seminars, workshops and conferences with guest speakers and presenters from the local, national, and international industry. This is a great opportunity for you to meet and work with colleagues from different year groups but also with professionals with several years in the industry.
Careers:
Students on this Computer Science Top-Up degree will benefit from our excellent links to the computing industry (e.g., Barclaycard, GE) and other organisations such as BCS, IEEE, CISCO Network Academy, etc.
Other:
Coverage of fundamental principles of computer science with plenty of practical applications. A state-of-the-art computer lab for teaching and learning for the Computer Science Top-Up degree Student support initiative We support you to achieve your career in Computer Science with the Northampton Employment Promise.
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