BSc Computer Science Online Tutor (Graphics Programming Module)

Overview

The University of London is the UK’s largest provider of international distance and online learning and the convenor of a federation of 17 London-based universities. The federation represents about 250,000 learners and 50,000 academic and professional services staff. Within this cohort are around 40,000 University of London students who study programmes developed and delivered in partnership with our federation members. The University of London is also home to the School of Advanced Study, the national centre for the humanities and a champion for the arts and humanities. Our community and impact are global, and our passion is increasing access to education and mobilising the collective power and expertise of the federation to transform lives and address global challenges of the future.

The Role

The University of London is accepting applications for Online Tutors with a specialist background in Graphics Programming to support the online BSc Computer Science programme, with academic direction from Goldsmiths. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals with experience in higher education and distance learning. In particular, applicants should have extensive experience of undertaking assessment duties similar to those outlined in the role description.

The Online Tutor’s tasks include proactive support to students via the Coursera platform; marking summative assessments and providing detailed feedback. Each Online Tutor will be supported by a Module Leader and Programme Director, and will work closely with the University of London’s Programme Manager.

More information about the BSc Computer Science programme can be found here : london.ac.uk / courses / computer-science

Module Specification

Required

As an Online Tutor, you will be required to provide academic support for the following module on the BSc Computer Science programme : Graphics Programming. This module will introduce students to mathematical ideas that underpin digital representations of graphics, how digital media files represent graphics, how to handle and manipulate them, and the basics of working with simulated physics and 3D graphics.

Location : Remote

Employment Type : Self-employed contractor

Salary : £1,451.89 per study session; assessment marking paid separately at £24.53 per coursework assignment and £13.58 per exam script marked.

Candidate Profile

You will be a motivated individual who enjoys working with students and is driven to help students achieve success in their studies. You will have experience working in a Higher Education Institution and have a computer science or related qualification at the postgraduate level.

For a full role profile, please refer to the job description below.

Further Information

To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your Covering Letter and CV (by clicking “apply for job” at the bottom of this page) before the closing date at midnight on the 18th of February 2026. As part of our recruitment process, we require professional references to verify your qualifications, work experience, and performance. Please be prepared to provide a list of references, including at least two individuals who can speak to your professional skills and accomplishments.

The University will be unable to sponsor candidates for a visa for this role and cannot consider applications from individuals currently on a student visa. The University reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the published end date should it receive sufficient applications to warrant earlier shortlisting.

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity, please contact the Online Tutor Network team via tutor.support@london.ac.uk.

The University of London is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive working environment where we can all be ourselves and succeed. We particularly encourage applications from members of Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities as this group is currently under-represented at all levels within the University. All appointments will be made on merit, based on the criteria named in the job description.

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