**Overview** Develop technology that will define the future. On this BSc (Hons) Computer Science degree, you'll build a solid foundation of core computer science concepts – everything from program design, data structures and algorithms, networking and operating systems to cyber security. Further strengthen your knowledge on an optional placement, following past students who've gained industry insight at global organisations like IBM and BAE Systems. **Course highlights** - Specialise in areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, robotics, data mining, cryptography and the Internet of Things (IoT). - Take part in fast-paced hackathons and visit companies with specialist computer science departments. - Learn from experts researching artificial intelligence that could save lives and winning awards for prototype software to predict a Covid-19 diagnosis. **Careers and opportunities** More than 40,000 'open' roles advertised in April 2021 asked for related computer science skills and qualifications. And 90% of our graduates who are in work 15 months after they graduate are in highly skilled, professional-level occupations. The skills you get on this BSc (Hons) Computer Science course will set you up for a career implementing the latest computer science concepts in innovative global companies. Our graduates have worked for companies such as: - BAE Systems - Aviva - Capita - NHS - Penningtons Manches Cooper - Honeywell / Trend Controls - MASS - DQ Global - Servicenow Roles you could go onto include: - applications engineer - data analyst - systems analyst and developer - information security analyst - artificial intelligence and machine learning engineer - research and development (R&D) scientist You could also become a qualified teacher by taking the Initial Teacher Training (ITT) pathway – you'll save an extra year of study and get a £9,000 bursary. **Placement year opportunities** Taking an optional placement year gives you the experience you need to increase your chances of landing your perfect role after graduation. You could work in a paid role in a professional organisation or set up your own business, giving you the change to grow your professional network and enhance your CV. We'll give you all the support you need to find a placement that prepares you for your career, and we'll continue to mentor you throughout your placement.

Year 1 Core modules this year include: - Architecture and Operating Systems - Core Computing Concepts - Database Systems Development - Networks - Programming Year 2 Core modules in this year include: - Data Structures and Algorithms - Discrete Mathematics and Functional Programming - Operating Systems and Internetworking - Programming Applications and Programming Languages - Software Engineering Theory and Practice Optional modules in this year currently include: - 3D Computer Graphics and Animation - Big Data - Computing Undergraduate Ambassador Scheme - Ethical Hacking - Modern Foreign Language - Usability Engineering - Virtualisation and Cloud Computing - Web Programming 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, including: 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 - Computer Science Teaching Placement (only available on the teacher training pathway) - Educational Computing - Engineering Science - Enterprise Web Architectures - Fuzzy Systems and Networks - Graphics and Computer Vision - Hacking 4 MoD - Internet of Things - Neural Networks and Genetic Algorithms - Practical Data Analytics and Mining - Professional and Academic Research and Development (only available to Level 6 direct entry students) - Robotics - Security and Cryptography 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 - in-class exercises - written exams - mini projects - presentations - written reports - review articles 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: 58% by written exams, 3% by practical exams and 39% by coursework Year 3 students: 22% by written exams and 78% 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: G400

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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