Computer Science (Top-Up) BSc (Hons)

Course Content

• Course Details

  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.

   

  Please note the modules shown here relate to the academic year 23/24. The modules relating to the academic year 24/25 will be available from June 2024.

  • Stage 1
    • Media Technology (20 Credits)
      Module code: CSY3058

      Status: Compulsory
      Media Technology is an important aspect to Computer Science. This module will introduce a range of technologies relevant to modern multimedia systems. This includes computer graphics, digital image processing, online video streaming, immersive media, and other advanced applications. Student will develop audio-visual systems in a third generation computer language.
    • Modern Databases (20 Credits)
      Module code: CSY3059

      Status: Compulsory
      The purpose of this module is to study advanced/latest database topics. The module focuses primarily on NoSQL databases (e.g., graph and document databases), from designing and creating to querying the databases.
    • Advanced AI and Applications (20 Credits)
      Module code: CSY3060

      Status: Compulsory
      The purpose of this module is to: teach students the fundamental theories and practical applications of advanced artificial intelligence techniques including artificial neural networks, image classification and object detection. The underpinning concepts will be introduced, followed by examples of how responsible and ethical artificial intelligence applications are developed and tested.
    • Cybersecurity and Applied Cryptography (20 Credits)
      Module code: CSY3062

      Status: Compulsory
      This module provides students with the necessary practical skills and theoretical understanding of the technologies used to secure communications and protect the privacy of users within an online environment. Concepts introduced, and skills learnt, provide the necessary technical underpinning to enable the student to address the issues of effective Security.
    • Computing Project Dissertation (40 Credits)
      Module code: CSY4022

      Status: Compulsory
      This project module provides the opportunity for the student to undertake independent research, development, and self-management of a Computing related project leading to completing a dissertation. An essential outcome for this module is that the student?s project deliverable includes the design and development of a system, or a software application, or a novel functional approach that relates to the main areas of student study, and that can be used, applied or demonstrated in some way. Students on the BSc Business Computing may engage on a research centered project resulting in a report of analysis of an appropriate topic.

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• Entry Requirements

  The Admissions Policy for the Computer Science (Top-up) BSc programme is in accordance with the University of Northampton’s Admissions; and Equality and Diversity policies; and seeks to recruit to the Top-Up Computer Science degree students from diverse educational and social backgrounds who could benefit from and motivation to complete the programme.

  Candidates must have successfully completed either:

  • A BTEC HND Level 5 Diploma in Computer Science or computing related subject,

  OR

  • A Foundation Degree in Computer Science or computing related subject

  OR

  • 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 Top-Up Computer Science BSc may also be subject to qualifications and standard entry requirements.

  For more information on how to make an application, please visit our How to Apply page.

  If you are an International student and would like information on making an application, please see our How to Apply page.

  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.

  For information regarding English language requirements at the University, please see our IELTS page.

   

  This Computer Science Top-Up degree is highly technical, therefore there is a general expectation that applicants have good computing knowledge and skills (e.g., high level programming) from previous studies to be able to successfully complete this programme.

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• Fees and Funding

  2024/25 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted for the Computer Science To-Up course relate to study in the Academic Year 24/25 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  • UK – Full Time: £9,250
  • UK – Part Time: £1,540 per 20 credit module
  • International – Full Time: £16,500

  2023/24 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted for the Computer Science To-Up course relate to study in the Academic Year 23/24 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  • UK – Full Time: £9,250
  • UK – Part Time: £1,540 per 20 credit module
  • International – Full Time: £15,500

  For information on the scholarships available to you, please see our scholarships page.

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• 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.

  To check out the full list of perks, visit our Student Perks page.

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