- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- Full Time: 1 year Part Time: 2 years
- Mode
- Part-time
- Subject
- Computer Science
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2026
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.
Entry requirements
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 Computer Science BSc top up degree may also be subject to qualifications and standard entry requirements.
English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.0 overall, no part below 5.5 |
|---|
IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands for study at undergraduate level.
Fees
International students: £18,500 per year
UK students: £9,790 per year
UK/Home: £9,790 per year
International: £18,500 per year
Start dates
September 2026
Application deadline
Apply via UCAS. The equal consideration deadline is
Campus
- Waterside Campus, Northampton, United Kingdom
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