Computer Science (Top-up) (Hons) University of Hertfordshire

Overview

  Computer Science (Top-up) (Hons) programme from University of Hertfordshire will give you the knowledge and practical experience needed to succeed in STEM.

Key facts

• Top up your qualification: Top up your two-year foundation degree or diploma and join the final year of our information technology course. Alternatively, you can join the second year if you prefer.

• Learn from experts: You will be taught by highly qualified staff, most with a PhD or other advanced degree, plus research, teaching, or professional experience.

• State-of-the-art facilities: On this degree you will access Spectra, our new home for the School of Physics, Engineering, and Computer Science, fully equipped with industry-standard software, hardware, and simulators for an immersive tech experience.

• Become industry qualified: This computer science degree is accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT, ensuring your learning is always moving with the latest approaches, technology and practices.

Your future career

• BSc (Hons) Computer Science graduates from Herts are well-prepared for careers in the tech industry, equipped with highly sought-after programming, data analysis, and cybersecurity skills. 

• An impressive 93% of Herts graduates are in employment or further study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes, 2021/22). Our strong industry partnerships provide valuable placement and career opportunities, with alumni working at leading companies like Microsoft, IBM, and Ocado.

Typical areas of work for computer science graduates include:

• data analyst

• software developer

• cyber security analyst

• machine learning engineer

• systems architect

• IT consultant