Can I get into good Unis?

I'm taking Maths, FM, Physics and CS

I have an outstanding set of supercurriculars for CS - will not fit one page alone just writing what they are, but I have mediocre grades. I was wondering what do Top Unis for CS prioritise?

Reply 1

mesub

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by CoderDino06

Ideally you need to be well rounded - the grades and the passion needs to be there.
If you're not meeting the entry requirements for the course, you can still apply, but be prepared for a 'no'.

What's your definition of "top", and what grades are we looking at?

Reply 2

Muttley79

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by CoderDino06

I'm taking Maths, FM, Physics and CS
I have an outstanding set of supercurriculars for CS - will not fit one page alone just writing what they are, but I have mediocre grades. I was wondering what do Top Unis for CS prioritise?

What degree? Which unis are you looking at?

You need grades that are at or close to requirements.

Reply 3

indochin

programming skills, informatics olympiads, real life projects - for example simulating an arduino + motor to work with differential equations. You can start learning CS from coursera before writing your application. I would say the more breadth and depth you have of CS the better. But for me, I was completely enamored with CS once I started learning. You will thrive in class assignments if you start reading around your subject or learning how these projects work. I would also read Stanford class notes online or look a few times on MIT OCW.

Grades are important as long as you meet the offer. They are an indicator of your preparation. For many universities if you don't meet the entrance requirements you would not join that university to study.

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Reply 4

Reality Check

Original post

by CoderDino06

I'm taking Maths, FM, Physics and CS
I have an outstanding set of supercurriculars for CS - will not fit one page alone just writing what they are, but I have mediocre grades. I was wondering what do Top Unis for CS prioritise?

The grades are the key requirement. The fluff around them is nice to have, but doesn't in any way mitigate not meeting the academic requirements for the course.

Reply 5

LSBU

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Original post

by CoderDino06

I'm taking Maths, FM, Physics and CS
I have an outstanding set of supercurriculars for CS - will not fit one page alone just writing what they are, but I have mediocre grades. I was wondering what do Top Unis for CS prioritise?

I’m currently studying Computer Science at LSBU, and from my experience, it’s a course that focuses not just on grades but on your passion, skills, and potential. While top universities often prioritise high grades, at LSBU, your super-curriculars, like coding projects, competitions, and extra courses, would definitely help you stand out. The course itself is very practical and industry-focused, covering key areas like cybersecurity, networking, AI, cloud computing, big data analytics, mobile computing, and AR/VR technologies. Plus, your final year project lets you specialise in whatever you’re most passionate about.

What makes LSBU special is the strong industry connections and central London location, giving you great opportunities for placements, networking, and future jobs. There’s also an active CSI (Computer Science and Informatics) community, where students can get involved in hackathons, paid ambassador roles, and networking events.

The course is highly rated too: 90% of students on the program rate the teaching positively, and 88.3% rate the academic support, according to the National Student Survey 2025. LSBU is also ranked 4th among “modern” London universities and 10th overall in London, based on a meta-analysis of various rankings.

I’m glad I chose to study here. The course is interesting, the support is strong, and you really do gain skills that prepare you for the industry. If you’re passionate about computer science, LSBU is definitely worth considering.