BSc (Hons)
Computer Science (University of London transfer)

An opportunity for those who have been studying via the University of London to transfer onto the second or third year of the Goldsmiths BSc Computer Science degree.

If you have been studying the University of London BSc Computer Science degree you could be able to transfer onto Year 2 or Year 3 of the Goldsmiths BSc Computer Science degree.

Studying at Goldsmiths gives you the opportunity to live in London with a vibrant mix of people while developing your technical skills in computing and immersing yourself in a new culture.

On the Goldsmiths BSc Computer Science programme you'll:

  • Develop your own computing projects and digital ventures, which will increase in scale and ambition.
  • Study a range of relevant technical disciplines including database and server-side programming, computer security, machine learning, data mining, digital business modelling, and mobile development.
  • Ground your learning with relevant theory, including professional software development practices, analytical skills and problem-solving strategies.

Please check the BSc Computer Science degree page for details of what you'll be studying as a transfer/Direct Entry student.

If you have questions about the degree, please contact Dr Edward Anstead.

Study in London

As a Goldsmiths student you'll enjoy a single-site campus in New Cross, South East London. It's in Zone 2 and just 10 minutes by train to Central or East London. So you can access the best of the world's top student city while still enjoying a friendly and supportive student community.

An aerial view of the Goldsmiths campus, with the College Green in the foreground and the back of the redbrick Richard Hoggart Building in the background

Enjoy a single-site campus experience just 10 minutes by train to Central or East London.

London's Piccadilly Circus by night, featuring a London Underground sign in the foreground and big neon screens in the background

Make the most of being in London, voted the world's top city to be a student (QS Best Student Cities 2024).

Entry requirements

You can transfer from the University of London BSc Computer Science degree into Year 2 or Year 3 of the Goldsmiths BSc Computer Science degree. 

Transferring into Year 2 

You must have completed and passed all University of London, BSc Computer Science Year 1 Modules. You must hold IELTS 6.0, with no section less than 5.5 (valid to within two years of your Goldsmiths start date) or an equivalent. You can find a list of alternative tests we can accept. If your test isn’t on this list please upload a copy of your English Language qualification(s) with your application and we will consider them.

Transferring into Year 3

You must have completed and passed all modules University of London Year 1 and Year 2 Modules. You must hold IELTS 6.0, with no section less than 5.5 (valid to within two years of your Goldsmiths start date) or an equivalent. You can find a list of alternative tests we can accept. If your test isn’t on this list please upload a copy of your English Language qualification(s) with your application and we will consider them.

International qualifications

We also accept a wide range of international qualifications. Find out more about the qualifications we accept from around the world.

If you need assistance with your English language, we offer a range of courses that can help prepare you for degree-level study.

Alternative qualifications

See our full list of undergraduate entry qualifications.

How to apply

Prepare your documentation

Before beginning your application, you will require the following documents. 

  • If you are transferring into Year 2
    Your University of London transcript showing you have completed and passed all Year 1 modules to a total of 120 credits.

  • If you are transferring into Year 3
    Your University of London transcript showing you have completed and passed all Year 1 and Year 2 modules to a total of 120 credits.

  • All transfer students
    A copy of your English Language qualification meeting the entry requirements outlined above. Your qualification must be two years old or less, measured from the start date of your Goldsmiths programme.

Please ensure you have the above documents before you begin your transfer application, as it cannot progress without them. Failing to upload them when you complete your application will slow it down.

Choose your programme and create a ‘My Goldsmiths’ account

Click on the yellow Apply now button below. Make your programme choice, and create a ‘My Goldsmiths’ account by clicking on the 'register' link.

Fill out the online application

There are nine sections to our online application form, but because you are transferring from the University of London you do not need to complete every section. If you have your documents ready to upload it should take around 15 minutes to complete.

Qualifications, employment history, references

  • In the ‘Current/previous institution’ field, please enter ‘University of London Worldwide’, so we know you are a transferring student.
  • Enter the date you started your UoLW course and date you completed Year 1 if you are applying to enter Year 2 at Goldsmiths or the date you completed Year 2 at UoLW if you’re applying to enter Year 3 here.
  • For ‘Year Qualification Completed’ simply enter the year you completed/will complete Year 1 of your UoLW programme for Year 2 entry at Goldsmiths, or the year you completed/will complete Year 2 of your UoLW programme for Year 3.
  • For ‘Level of Qualification’ select ‘Level not in list’.
  • Add ‘Year 1’ if you are applying to transfer into Year 2 at Goldsmiths, or ‘Year 1 and 2’ if you are applying to enter Year 3.
  • Enter ‘Computer Science’ in ‘Subject’ and add ‘Pass’ in the ‘Grade’ box.

Finally, upload your UoLW transcript(s) using the final box in the ‘Qualifications’ section. Please clearly label your transcript as UoLW Year 1 or UoLW Yr 1 and 2 when uploading.

Please leave the 'Employment History' section blank.

You do not need to provide a reference but must enter some values into the form to be able to submit it. Please enter the below details into the form and click ‘Add’:

  • Forename: X
  • Surname: X
  • Email: x@x.com
  • Contact Referee: No

Personal statement

Please enter whichever of the following applies to you when asked for a personal statement:

  • I am a UoLW student applying to transfer into Year 2 of Goldsmiths BSc (Hons) in Computer Science (G400). I do not plan to transfer back to UoLW for my final year.
  • I am a UoLW student applying to transfer into Year 2 of Goldsmiths BSc (Hons) in Computer Science (G400). I plan to transfer back to UoLW for my final year.
  • I am a UoLW student applying to transfer into Year 3, the final year, of Goldsmiths BSc (Hons) Computer Science.

Supporting material

Please upload your English Language qualification here by selecting ‘English Language Qualification’. Ensure you title it appropriately (IELTS, Pearson etc).

After submitting your application

Make a note of your eight-digit applicant reference number and please quote it in all correspondence you have with us.

Fees and funding

Annual tuition fees

These are the UG fees for students starting their programme in the 2024/2025 academic year.

From August 2021 EU/EEA/Swiss nationals will no longer be eligible for 'Home' fee status. EU/EEA/Swiss nationals will be classified as 'International' for fee purposes, more information can be found on our fees page.

  • Home - full-time: £9250
  • International - full-time: £20160

If your fees are not listed here, please check our undergraduate fees guidance or contact the Fees Office, who can also advise you about how to pay your fees.

It’s not currently possible for international students to study part-time if you require a Student Visa, however this is currently being reviewed and will be confirmed in the new year. Please read our visa guidance in the interim for more information. If you think you might be eligible to study part-time while being on another visa type, please contact our Admissions Team for more information.

If you are looking to pay your fees please see our guide to making a payment.

Funding opportunities

We offer a wide range of scholarships and bursaries, and our Careers Service can also offer advice on finding work during your studies. Find out more about funding your studies with us.

Additional costs

In addition to your tuition fees, you'll be responsible for any additional costs associated with your course, such as buying stationery and paying for photocopying. You can find out more about what you need to budget for on our study costs page.

There may also be specific additional costs associated with your programme. This can include things like paying for field trips or specialist materials for your assignments.