Links, Resources, and FAQs for the University of London Bachelor’s of Science in Computer Science Programme

Updated as of 2021-01-14 (January 14th, 2021)

Hello /r/UniversityOfLondonCS,

This is the most comprehensive collection of links, resources, and FAQs about the University of London’s Bachelor’s of Science in Computer Science. If you have a specific question about any particular aspect of the degree programme, you can find the answer here!

This post is divided into four general sections:

Information on the Computer Science BSc
Information About the University of London in General
Additional Misc. Links & Community Resources
Frequently Asked Questions

Information on UoL’s BSc Computer Science 🇬🇧

Collection of links 🔗 and PDFs 📄 about the University of London’s Bachelor’s of Science in Computer Science degree programme.

BSc Computer Science Programme Homepage

University of London’s main programme homepage for the BSc Computer Science. Contains more information than the Coursera webpage.

BSc Computer Science Coursera Webpage

Coursera’s webpage for the University of London’s BSc Computer Science programme. Contains links to the application portal.

BSc Computer Science Prospectus (2020)

Admissions prospectus on the BSc Computer Science for interested students. A polished, informative summary of the Programme.

Structure & Module Descriptions

A high-level summary of the 22 modules and Final Project which makes up the Programme, seperated by Levels.

Programme Regulations (2021-2022)

The ‘Bible’ of the BSc Computer Science degree. If you will only read one document from this section, read this one. Contains almost every detail about specific workings and regulations.

Programme Specification

A broad outline and overview of the structure and content of the degree, entry level qualifications, and learning outcomes.

About the University of London 🇬🇧

Links 🔗 and PDFs 📄 about the University of London in general, as well as resources for students.

University of London Website The official website of the University of London. Did you know that the University of London has been offering Distance-Learning programmes since the 19th century?
University of London Prospectus (2020) Admissions prospectus about the University of London in general. A polished, informative summary for the prospective student.
General Regulations Handbook of rules and regulations governing the University of London If you will only read one document from this section, read this one. Contains almost every detail about specific workings and systems of the University of London.
Student’s Guide Guide for current students of the University of London. Includes information like how to get funding, online libraries, and support networks
Student Terms and Conditions Important legal contract which covers the consumer rights and legal protections for enrolled students. Includes information on refunds.
List of Exam Centres (Worldwide)
List of Exam Centres (USA and Canada)
Table of Country Bands (for Tuition) Tuition for the University of London is dependant on your ‘Country Band’. As of August 2020, Band A countries pay £420 GBP per module, while Band B countries pay £630 GBP per module.

University of London Váradi Scholarships

Fully paid scholarships available to all new students

Recognition of Prior Learning

About Recognitions of Prior Learning General information on Recognition of Prior learning at the University of London
Applying for RPLs & Automatic RPLs Specific information on applying for a RPL for the BSc Computer Science programme, and list of Automatic RPLs
Coursera Google IT Cert Yes, this is the correct one. Complete this in order to apply for an RPL to bypass the How Computer’s Work module.
Applying for a Recognition of Prior Learning: Or How to Save £400 to £600 GBP: A student post which explains what RPLs are, and walks you through the process of getting a RPL via Coursera’s Google IT Cert.

Student-Run Resources and Community

Links to various student-made resources and community portal

Resources Enriching Learners Perennially (Student Hub): This is the main student-run community hub. Contains many informative resources and guides. If you will only read one document from this section, read this one.
Student & Professor Notes Github Repository: Collection of notes contributed by students and professors.
Student Module Guides: Various FAQs and guides to the different modules. Contains many informative links and module-specific documents
Slack Channel Guide: An overview of the vibrant Slack community, and the various channels that are available.

Useful posts from /r/UniversityOfLondonCS

Here is a collection of useful, in-depth guides, tutorials, and walkthroughs published by /u/Yangchenghu from the /r/UniversityOfLondonCS subreddit.

Beginner’s Guide to Grades, Projects, Exams, and Award Qualifications at UoL’s CompSci BSc: A good overview of how the academic structure of the degree works, plus examples of past mid-terms and exam papers.
Thoughts on UoL’s BSc in Computer Science - A Comprehensive Review: In-depth review of /u/Yangchenghu’s experiences as a first cohort student, with screenshots of the Virtual Learning Environment and Slack.
Let’s Talk About The Balance of Formative Coursework versus Summative Assessments: Explains how grades and optional assignments work, which segues into a more philosophical discussion on self-driven learning.
Legal Protections for the Distance-Learning Student: The Rights and Protections you are Entitled To: Gives a overview of the Student Terms and Conditions document, and outlines the rights to refund and withdrawl.
Everything You Want to Know about the Institutional Accreditation of the University of London et al: A VERY detailed and source-heavy document with many links, detailing the accreditation of the course programme.
Applying for a Recognition of Prior Learning: Or How to Save £400 to £600 GBP: A student post which explains what RPLs are, and walks you through the process of getting a RPL via Coursera’s Google IT Cert.
Guide to Module Prerequisites & Progression: How to Avoid Being ‘Progression-Blocked’ due to Missing Prerequisites, and a Suggested Module Schedule: An explanation of the University of London’s progression rules and prerequisites, as well as a suggested schedule for new students.
How Much Does this Degree Cost? A FAQ and Guide to the Tuition of the University of London’s BSc in Computer Science: A FAQ and Guide to the fees schedule, with example calculations, as well as links to all the official sources concerning tuition.

Be sure to check out /r/UniversityOfLondonCS - the Official Unofficial student subreddit of this programme. Although we are primarily for students and prospies in the University of London’s Computer Science programme, there are also students from other UoL distance-learning programmes as well. All are welcome in this environment!

Links to various login portals for currently enrolled students. Valid account credentials at the University of London is required for access.

Misc. blog posts and other fluff from the University of London Blog that showcases various aspects of the degree.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

There is a comprehensive, fantastically detailed FAQ located at the REPL Hub. The link to it is right here:

Frequently Asked Questions (REPL Hub)

Remember, REPL is the centre of all the student-run resources, make sure to check it out! It has student-written guides for the various modules, as well as notes and links. If you think this reddit post is too long, just wait until you see REPL - it’s even better! :D