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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: CSTU

BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Top-Up)

Buckinghamshire New University
High Wycombe, England
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1 yearDuration
£15,910Per Year (Intl)
£25,000Avg. Graduate Salary
98%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Top-Up) at Buckinghamshire New University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about designing solutions for real-world challenges. Based in High Wycombe, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. The world is a connected place in all aspects of modern life - ourselves in our personal activities, in businesses through commercial activities and for society via smart cities. These stimulating areas are becoming more essential and vital aspects of modern everyday life. The aim of this course is to ensure that you will acquire the full-stack of capabilities and skills in the field of Computer Science and where relevant Artificial Intelligence (AI), to embark on careers in this ever expanding area of computing and gain a strong underpinning of computer science and AI development technology. International tuition fees are £15,910 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 92% student satisfaction rating, and 76% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Software Development
Cloud Computing and Distributed Systems
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Full-Stack Web Development
Data Science and Analytics
Cybersecurity and Network Architecture
Software Engineering and DevOps
Individual Research Project
UCAS Code:CSTU
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic59

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£15,910

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£15,910

Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Buckinghamshire New University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£23,000£25,000£32,000
3 years£16,500£22,000£29,500
5 years£21,000£25,000£36,000

UK subject average: £32,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 31% below UK average salary
This course
£22,000
UK average
£32,000
Salary 5 years after graduation 22% below UK average salary
This course
£25,000
UK average
£32,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £3,000 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH11-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

71%Working
5%Studying
10%Work & Study
8%Seeking Work
78%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH11-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
98%
Learning opportunities
90%
Assessment and feedback
93%
Academic support
83%
Organisation and management
88%
Learning resources
94%
Student voice
75%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
60%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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About Buckinghamshire New University

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