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Computer Science, MEng

University of Portsmouth, the United Kingdom

University of Portsmouth

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About Computer Science, MEng - at University of Portsmouth

Overview

Develop technology that will define the future.

On this Computer Science degree, you'll build a solid foundation of core computer science concepts – everything from program design, data structures and algorithms, networking and artificial intelligence 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.

BSc or MEng?

The 3-year Bachelor's degree (BSc) and 4-year integrated Master's degree (MEng) share many of the same modules in years 1–3.

The MEng allows you to achieve a Master’s level degree with an extra year of undergraduate study, which can further enhance your career prospects. In the final year of your MEng, you'll study advanced topics and complete an interdisciplinary project to get practical experience in the field.

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 August 2022 asked for related computer science skills and qualifications.

The skills you get on this Computer Science course will set you up for a career implementing the latest computer science concepts in innovative global companies. You'll also be suited to a career in academic or industrial research.

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.

Ongoing career support – up to 5 years after you graduate

Get experience while you study, with support to find part-time jobs, volunteering opportunities, and work experience.

Towards the end of your degree and for up to five years after graduation, you’ll receive one-to-one support from our Graduate Recruitment Consultancy to help you find your perfect role.

Notes about fees for this course

https://www.port.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduate-fees-and-student-finance

Entry requirements

120-128 points from 2 or 3 A levels, or equivalent, to include a relevant subject.

English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5.

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