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Computer Science (Top Up)

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 1 Years
  • Full-time
  • September 2026
  • Undergraduate
LSBU Main Site - Southwark Campus
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Course summary

The growth of big data, social computing and the Internet of things are accelerating the demand for high level computing skills. This course offers the opportunity to study both the theory of computation and practical approaches to the design and implementation of systems.

The course is based upon the internationally recognised Association of Computing Machinery recommendations for Computer Science curriculum guidelines and equips students with the solid base of computing knowledge required in this fast-moving field.

Modules

Principles of data networks - Systems and cyber security - Object-oriented programming - ICT project management in practice - Project (double-weighted). Optional modules: Artificial intelligence - Data mining and big data analytics - Mobile computing - Smart internet technologies - AR/VR technologies

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • LSBU Main Site - Southwark Campus

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 1 Years

Start dates

  • September 2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
G408
Institution code:
L75
Campus name:
LSBU Main Site - Southwark Campus
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

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:
G408
Institution code:
L75
Campus name:
LSBU Main Site - Southwark Campus
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

English Language Requirements for International and EU Applicants: IELTS 6.0 (the minimum score required in each skill area is 5.5) or TOEFL IBT 80 ( the minimum score required in each skills areas are: Reading 18, Listening 17, Writing 17, Speaking 20) or Pearson Test of English Academic 52 (the minimum score required in each skill area is 51)

Entry requirements

HND (BTEC)
M

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

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Additional fee information

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