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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Main Site
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
01-SEP-25
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Duration
1 Years
Course summary
Elevate your expertise by converting your current computing qualifications into a full degree. Informed by research and benefitting from close interaction with industry, our one-year Computing Top-up programme will expand your knowledge in the field, equipping you with advanced skills and techniques to excel in a graduate-level role or pursue master’s level studies.
Why choose this course?- Study innovative modules in current and emerging areas of Computer Science, including cyber security, games and software development- Benefit from a wide choice of final year projects, supported by a dedicated academic supervisor- Access a range of equipment including supercomputer facilities and a VR laboratory- Academic and professional development opportunitiesIf you have studied computing at an international institution or further education college and meet Keele's entry requirements, our one year Computing Top-up programme allows you to ‘top-up’ your existing knowledge by completing the necessary 120 credits to gain a full BSc.From exploring how computing can be applied to a wide range of real-world interdisciplinary problems to gaining expertise at the cutting edge of the discipline - you will develop the intellectual, practical and transferable skills required for further study or employment in industry, commerce or public service.During the programme you will have the opportunity to study a range of innovative modules in current and emerging areas of Computer Science, including Web Technologies, Data Ethics and Security, Networking, Games Computing, Cyber Security, and Software Development Management. You will also undertake a 30-credit Computer Science project where you will integrate and apply theoretical knowledge and problem-solving skills to a relatively large or complex technical, software, programming, research or business problem within the discipline. The topic of your project is decided by you but guided by our experienced academic staff.
About KeeleKeele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university.We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level.Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.
Application deadline
29 January
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Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
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UCAS Points :
A relevant HND with a grade of Merit or above OR A relevant Foundation degree with a score of 50% or above OR Level 5 of a relevant undergraduate degree with a score of 50% or above. OR An International equivalent to the above.
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University League Table
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Campus address
Keele University, Staffordshire, Keele, Staffordshire, ST5 5BG, United Kingdom
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Subject ranking
57th out of 117 6
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Entry standards
/ Max 227117 52%95th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10084.0 84%46th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 42.80 70%108th
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