University of Portsmouth
Computing (Top-Up)
Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom · UCAS G406
Level
Bachelor
Duration
1 year
Campus
Isle of Wight College
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
September 2027
UCAS code
G406
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Course Overview
Computing (Top-Up) at University of Portsmouth in Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Computer science graduates enter careers as software engineers, data scientists, product managers and systems architects at technology companies, financial services firms and consultancies. Typical employers include major tech companies, investment banks, AI startups and public sector digital teams.
Student life (indicative)
Portsmouth combines solid student nightlife with easy coastal and countryside access. The city has a good range of independent cafés, pubs and cultural venues, with beaches or scenic coastline within easy reach.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
24,015
Staff Ratio
19.0:1
International
24.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
72.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£26,860
First-year earnings
Placement Year
✓ Available
Work experience option
Costs & Living
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
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City & Location
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Computing (Top-Up)
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Database design
- Object oriented programming
- Cyber Security
- Computer programming
- Computer languages
- Web design
- Computer networks
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
24,015
Total students
Staff Ratio
19:1
Students per staff
International Students
24%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative)
7.5/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle
Student Life & City (indicative)
Portsmouth combines solid student nightlife with easy coastal and countryside access. The city has a good range of independent cafés, pubs and cultural venues, with beaches or scenic coastline within easy reach.
- Portsmouth combines solid student nightlife with easy coastal and countryside access.
- The city has a good range of independent cafés, pubs and cultural venues, with beaches or scenic coastline within easy reach.
What Students Love
- Beach lifestyle
- Historic city & heritage
- Active pub & club scene
- Thriving student social scene
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
72%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£26,860
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✓ Available
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Computer science graduates enter careers as software engineers, data scientists, product managers and systems architects at technology companies, financial services firms and consultancies. Typical employers include major tech companies, investment banks, AI startups and public sector digital teams.
- Computer science graduates enter careers as software engineers, data scientists, product managers and systems architects at technology companies, financial services firms and consultancies.
- Typical employers include major tech companies, investment banks, AI startups and public sector digital teams.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Technology
- Business
- Healthcare
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
MEDIUM
This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
One of the UK's more affordable student cities — a $1,415/month budget (housing $820, food $305, transport $90) covers everything comfortably. A comfortable student lifestyle at costs well below London and the South East.
- One of the UK's more affordable student cities — a $1,415/month budget (housing $820, food $305, transport $90) covers everything comfortably.
- A comfortable student lifestyle at costs well below London and the South East.