Computer Science (top-up) BSc (Hons)
University of Hertfordshire
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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With the BSc Computer Science top-up degree you will join the final year of the BSc Modular Programme in Computer Science. You will develop your general transferable skills and broaden and deepen your theoretical knowledge to the level of an Honours degree.Year 1 – With both courses you study six taught modules of 15 credits each and a project of 30 credits. In the first semester (half year), you take core module and three others from a wide range depending on your interests and background.In ...Read more

With the BSc Computer Science top-up degree you will join the final year of the BSc Modular Programme in Computer Science. You will develop your general transferable skills and broaden and deepen your theoretical knowledge to the level of an Honours degree.Year 1 – With both courses you study six taught modules of 15 credits each and a project of 30 credits. In the first semester (half year), you take core module and three others from a wide range depending on your interests and background.In the second semester you continue with two of these taught modules along with your project under the guidance of an academic supervisor.The project can be chosen from a wide range of topics to suit your particular interests.

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WUSCA ranking:
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46/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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65th
CUG Ranking
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Source: Complete University Guide 2025
84th
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Pallavi
18 Dec 24

The University of Hertfordshire offers a vibrant and enriching experience, with modern facilities, supportive faculty, and a strong focus on employability through career services,..Read more

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Amy
21 Nov 24

Its really lovely university! Hatfield isn't super exciting but I appreciate how close it is to London without being as expensive- I'm an animation student so I could take the day..Read more

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£9,250 per year

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This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

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Pallavi
18 Dec 24
MSc Software Engineering with Advanced Research
The University of Hertfordshire offers a vibrant and enriching experience, with modern facilities, supportive faculty, and a strong focus on employability through career services,...
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Amy
21 Nov 24
2D Digital Animation BA (Hons)
Its really lovely university! Hatfield isn't super exciting but I appreciate how close it is to London without being as expensive- I'm an animation student so I could take the day...
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University of Hertfordshire
University of Hertfordshire , Hatfield

The University of Hertfordshire (Herts) is nestled in the heart of the home counties, just 25 minutes north of London, with...

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University Admissions Service College Lane Hatfield Hertfordshire AL10 9AB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Hatfield   0.9 miles away

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