**Overview** Do algorithm design, artificial intelligence and robotics excite you? On this MEng (Hons) Computer Science degree, you’ll play your part in developing the technology that will define the future. This course is shaped by the latest computer science research and input from industry professionals You’ll begin your studies with core computer science concepts, and cover everything from information processing to cyber security. You’ll use our multi-platform IT facilities including a networking lab, big data lab and usability lab with eye-tracking software. You’ll have the chance to go on a placement and follow past students who’ve gained industry insight at leading organisations like IBM and Airbus. If you want to start your own business, we’ll give you the support you need to be your own boss. You can also take part in a range of extracurricular activities such as fast-paced hackathons and company visits. After your course, you'll be ready to apply your knowledge and skills to start a career working with the most recent advances in computing. You could also combine your studies with teacher training to graduate with Qualified Teacher Status and receive a £9,000 bursary. **What you'll experience** On this degree course, you'll: - Get a thorough grounding in hardware, software and information processing - Learn from experts with career experience in computer science - Get to grips with the technical side of computer systems design and use your knowledge to find solutions to practical problems - Use the latest tech and apply your skills to real-life problems via our partnership schemes with charities and organisations - Access equipment such as our high performance computer labs, mobile app development lab and usability labs, including the latest eye-tracking technology - Build your knowledge in specialist areas of the industry such as cyber-security Make the most of workplace trips, pop-up lectures and hack days, where you'll join forces with other computing students to collaborate on projects and solve challenging problems **Careers and opportunities** You’ll graduate with a diverse skill set that covers programming, software development and network management. What can you do with a Computer Science degree? This gives you a foundation for a career in areas such as: - software engineering - web development - computer programming - network design Whatever you decide to do, you’ll get career help, support and guidance for up to 5 years after you graduate from our Careers and Employability service. "I chose to study computer science at Portsmouth because the University is well known for its high teaching standards, modern facilities and diverse culture. Applying as an international student, I was confident settling in would be pretty easy." Hassana Sadiq, Computer Science Student

Year 1 Core modules in this year include: - Architecture and Operating Systems - Core Computing Concepts - Database Systems Development - Networks - Programming There are no optional modules in this year. Year 2 Core modules in this year include: - Data Structures and Algorithms - Discrete Mathematics and Functional Programming - Operating Systems and Internet working - Programming Applications and Programming Languages - Software Engineering Theory and Practice Optional modules in this year currently include: - 3D Computer Graphics and Animation - Big Data - Ethical Hacking - Computing Undergraduate Ambassador - Modern Foreign Language (Institution-wide Language Programme) - Usability Engineering - Virtualisation and Cloud Computing - Web Programming Exchange study abroad or placement year (optional) At the end of your second year, you have the option to take a placement year to get experience working in the field. We’ll help you find a placement that matches your workplace ambitions. Previous students have secured placements at high-profile organisations that include IBM, Airbus and Veritas. You’ll get mentoring and support to make sure you’re getting the most out of your placement year. Year 3 Core modules in this year include: - Distributed Systems and Security - Individual Project (Engineering) - Theoretical Computer Science Optional modules in this year currently include: - Advanced Networks - Educational Computing - Engineering Science - Enterprise Web Architectures - Fuzzy Systems and Networks - Graphics and Computer Vision - Internet of Things - Hacking 4 MoD - Neural Networks and Genetic Algorithms - Professional and Academic Research and Development (only available to Level 6 direct entry students) - Robotics - Security and Cryptography Year 4 In your final year, you'll carry out a group industrial project utilising the skills learned during your course and your areas of interest within computer science. Core modules also include: - Applied Data and Text Analytics - Computer Vision - Industrial Team Project - Parallel Programming - Scientific Computing and Simulation We use the best and most current research and professional practice alongside feedback from our students to make sure course content is relevant to your future career or further studies. Therefore, some course content may change over time to reflect changes in the discipline or industry and some optional modules may not run every year. If a module doesn’t run, we’ll let you know as soon as possible and help you choose an alternative module.

How you're assessed You’ll be assessed through: - multiple choice tests - written exams - in-class exercises - mini projects - presentations - written report - review articles - supervised work sessions You’ll be able to test your skills and knowledge informally before you do assessments that count towards your final mark. You can get feedback on all practice and formal assessments so you can improve in the future. The way you’re assessed may depend on the modules you select. As a guide, students on this course last year were typically assessed as follows: - Year 1 students: 33% by written exams and 67% by coursework - Year 2 students: 67% by written exams, 8% by practical exams and 25% by coursework - Year 3 students: 35% by written exams and 65% by coursework Year 4 students: 28% by written exams, 8% by practical exams and 64% by coursework

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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.

Course code: I100

Institution code: P80

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The following entry points are available for this course:

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We welcome applications for advanced entry. If you’d like to apply for advanced entry, you need to select the required year when you complete your UCAS application.

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Test	Grade	AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)	6.0	English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5.
PTE Academic	54.0	An overall score of 54 with a minimum of 51 in each skill.
TOEFL (iBT)	79.0	79 with a minimum of 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening, 20 in Speaking and 17 in Writing.
Cambridge English Advanced		Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) taken after January 2015. An overall score of 169 with no component score less than 162.
Cambridge English Proficiency		Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) taken after January 2015. An overall score of 169 with no component score less than 162.
Trinity ISE		Trinity College Integrated Skills in English (ISE) Level III with a Pass in all 4 components

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

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EU	9250.0	Year 1
England	9250.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
Scotland	9250.0	Year 1
Wales	9250.0	Year 1
Channel Islands	9250.0	Year 1
Republic of Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
International	18300.0	Year 1

Students who are resident in EU countries: please note that the net fee is inclusive of the Transition Scholarship Placement Year and Year abroad: UK/Channel Islands and Isle of Man students – £925 | EU – £925 (including Transition Scholarship)| International (Non-EU) – £1,800. Fees are accurate at the time of publishing and are subject to change at any time without notice. Fees may also go up in later years, in line with inflation. For more information about fees, go to port.ac.uk/ug-tuition-fees

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