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BSc - Computing

BSc (Hons) Computing Level 6

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Computing (Top-up) Degree will help you explore various aspects of computing, whilst allowing you to enhance your current skillset. With computing technologies playing a greater role in all aspects of modern life, graduates find their skills in high demand across a wide range of industries.

The BSc (Hons) Computing (Top-up) degree will help to prepare you for a successful career operating in the ever-changing technological world. The programme provides and builds upon a broad education in computing and business information systems, incorporating options from both website development and networks and security.

The BSc (Hons) Computing (Top-up) is a 1-year course that will see you completing a core undergraduate project alongside two out of four optional modules. It is a progression route from a Higher National Diploma (HND) in computing or a computing-related course, allowing you to gain a full degree awarded by the University of Bolton, our validating partner

Why study this course?

  • This course will allow students with a Higher National Diploma (or equivalent level 5 qualification) in computing-related subjects to progress onto the final year of a degree. Upon completion students will receive a full degree award in computing.
  • If you are interested in learning more about consultancy or want to eventually progress onto postgraduate study, then this course is a good choice for you.

Course details

  • Location

    London
  • Duration

    1 year
  • Fees

    £ 9,250 per year,
  • Timetable

    Flexible options with weekday, evening, and weekend classes available. Check when you apply.
  • Delivered in partnership with

Modules

  • Undergraduate Project (SEC6201) (Core)
  • Enterprise Systems Development (SWE6203) (Optional)
  • Machine Learning (SWE6204) (Optional)
  • Software Quality Management (SWE6205) – Optional
  • Emerging Technologies (SWE6206) (Optional)
  • Ethical Hacking and Digital Forensics (SEC6202) (Optional)

Career progression

With computing technologies playing a greater role in all aspects of modern life, graduates find their skills in high demand across a wide range of industries.

A computing degree combines theoretical study and practical projects where you can learn subject-specific skills such as programming, systems, databases, computer platforms, website production and networking.

Entry Requirements

  • You will need either an FdSc or HND in software engineering or Computing/programming-related course.
  • Students with non-traditional qualifications and/or relevant experience may be accepted onto the course. This must be evidenced via a personal statement, successful interview, and supported by employment reference(s) indicating the duration of employment and the role.
  • If you are an international student, you must take a Secure English Language Test (SELT). You can only take a SELT with one of the following providers: IELTS SELT Consortium including UKVI Academic IELTS, LanguageCert, Pearson and PSI Services (UK) Ltd. Please see here for the minimum scores required for each. You may be required to attend an interview and/or provide a portfolio of work.
  • Professor Ilias Oraifiage
    Professor Ilias Oraifige
    Head of School of Engineering and Computing