For admission to this course the following qualifications are accepted:

• Two A'levels (grades A-E) and three passes at GCSE (Grades A-C/4-9)
• BTEC National Qualifications awarded by Pearson
• Cambridge International Pre-U Diploma
• Relevant Level 3 National Vocational Qualifications with Substantive Experiential Learning
• European, International or Welsh Baccalaureate
• Higher or Advances Highers of the Scottish Qualification AuthorityIrish Leaving Certificate with a combination of Ordinary and Higher levels
• Successful completion of an access course or relevant foundation course
• A relevant BTEC Higher National Certificate Awarded by Pearson.

Students who do not hold any formal level 3/4 qualifications but hold significant and relevant Industrial experience may gain admission through experiential learning and should request for the College Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) procedure. In addition, entry to the BSc Honours Computing Top-Up programme requires applicants to have successfully completed an Ulster University or Queen's Foundation Degree (or other relevant Level 5 qualification such as a Pearson's Higher National Certificate/ Diploma) in a Computing related discipline.

Candidates presenting with Foundation Degrees or Higher National Certificates or Diplomas from other awarding bodies will be considered under RPL procedures. Students must also hold GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 4 (grade C) or above. (Level 2 literacy and numeracy qualifications are also accepted). Have reached the age of 18 years on admission.

Various assessment methods may be involved throughout the course consisting of; coursework assignments, coursework practicals, in-class tests and formal examinations.

The articulation route for successful graduates from the BSc (Hons) Computing (Top Up) allows for progression onto University Master Degree courses in computing related disciplines subject to individual course requirements. Employment opportunities may also exist on successful completion.

Teaching Delivery Statement
The teaching and learning strategy within this programme will comprise of a range of delivery methods such as face to face, online and blended. All methods used have the full agreement of students, external examiners and awarding body partners*The fees quoted are payable for each year.