Overview
Relentless innovation in digital technologies means that modern computing and information systems are constantly changing. The BSc (Hons) in Computing programme at Birkbeck, University of London offers a balance between learning current skills, which are important in the marketplace today, and deep understanding of the fundamentals, which provide a strong basis for long-lasting professional success. This computing degree also addresses issues that play a key role in understanding how software and computing contribute to and shape the future of businesses and organisations.
The world-class research activity informs teaching and interactions with business, public and third-sector organisations. The teaching is specifically designed to support students who are juggling evening study with work and other daytime commitments.
Careers and opportunities
Graduates are ideally suited to IT and computing-related roles in a range of companies. These include:
- systems analyst
- programmer
- software engineer
- web developer
- project manager
- IT consultant
- database developer
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Computer Networking
- Mathematics for Computing
- Problem-Solving for Programming
- Systems Analysis and Design
- Computer Organisation and Systems Software
- Data Structures and Algorithms
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Computer Sciences Web Technologies & Cloud Computing Software Engineering View 916 other Bachelors in Computer Sciences in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Student insurance
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- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
Applicants are welcome without traditional entry qualifications as the decisions are based on own assessment of qualifications, knowledge and previous work experience.
For part-time courses, standard requirements are:- a minimum of two A-levels or equivalent.
If you have no previous formal qualifications you will need to complete an admission test including English comprehension and mathematical knowledge.
UCAS tariff points- 3 years full-time: 96-128 points (e.g. A-levels CCC-ABB, including one in mathematics or science)
- 4 years full-time with Foundation Year: 48 points
Tuition Fee
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International
17620 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 17620 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
9250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 36 months.
Part-time home students: £6,935 per year
Part-time international students: £13,215 per yearLiving costs for London
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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