Course Summary

**Reasons to choose Kingston** - This course received more than 95 percent for satisfaction for learning resources (National Student Survey 2019). - More than 92 percent of students from this course are in employment or further study six months after graduating (DLHE 2016/17). - Kingston specialises in a wide variety of areas, including artificial intelligence, robotics, cybersecurity, computer games and user experience design. - Kingston University is No.2 in London for Computing and Information Systems (Guardian League Table 2021). **About this course** Are you considering a career in computer science? Whether you have knowledge of the subject or not, Kingston guarantees this course can make you an expert. You can study specialist areas of computer science that are relevant to the career you want. There are modules that reflect the most in-demand sectors in the industry, such as software engineering, project management, user experience design, web and mobile app development, networking; and network security. You’ll graduate with specialist technical knowledge, skills and a scientific mindset. You’ll have gained experience of applying your expertise to real-world problems. With a portfolio of products and artefacts to showcase your work, you’ll be ready to begin a professional career.

Course Details - Modules

Please note that this is an indicative list of modules and is not intended as a definitive list. Year 0 (Foundation) core modules - Computer programming; Mathematics For Science; Scientific Investigation & Skills; Year 0 (Foundation) optional modules - Biology; Chemistry; Technical Investigation & Skills; Mathematics for Computing; Mathematics; Computer Systems; Environment Science & Geography; Sport Science; Year 1 - Computing Fundamentals; Programming 1 - Thinking like a programmer; Requirements Analysis and Design; Professional Environments 1; Year 2 core modules - Computing Systems; Professional Environments 2; Year 2 optional modules - Human Computer Interaction Design and Evaluation; Database-Driven Application Development; Networking Concepts; Year 3 core modules - Individual Project; Programming III - Patterns and Algorithms; User Experience Design Thinking; Mobile Application Development; Cyber Security; Year 3 optional modules - Software Development Practice; Mobile Application Development; Advanced Data Modelling; Internet Protocols and Services; Digital Entrepreneurship.

Course Details – Assessment Method

The learning, teaching and assessment strategies reflect the programme aims and learning outcomes, student background, potential employer requirements, and the need to develop a broad range of technical skills with the ability to apply them appropriately. Assessment includes coursework, which could be group or individual involving design, development, documentation and presentation tasks and exams. Teaching approaches include studio practices; project-based learning through workshops and group work, scalable, context driven lectures, and problem based learning sessions. Ample opportunities are given to students for formative assessment with rapid feedback.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 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: G403

Institution code: K84

Campus Name: Main Site

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Year 4

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

Any subject considered

Any subject considered

Any subject considered.

A pass in any HNC will be considered

A pass in any HND will be considered

UCAS points from 2 A-levels subjects. General studies not accepted

Any subject considered

An AS in any qualification not continued into A2 will be considered

A pass in any Access Course would be deemed suitable for entry onto this programme.

Any subject considered

Any subject considered

Any subject considered.

Will be considered alongside any qualification totalling 32 UCAS points.

Any subject considered

Any subject considered.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.kingston.ac.uk/undergraduate-course/computing-mathematics-foundation/

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 77%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 65%

Go onto work and study: 80%

Fees and funding

England 9250.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
Scotland 9250.0 Year 1
Wales 9250.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

For international fees, please visit: https://www.kingston.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-funding/fees/ Please visit the provider course webpage for further information regarding additional course costs

Provider information

River House
53-57 High Street
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Kingston upon Thames
KT1 1LQ

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