BSc (Hons) Applied Computing

3 Year

Duration

Undergraduate

Level

London

Campus

Computing

Subject

Program Overview

The BSc (Hons) Applied Computing is designed for students progressing from the Level 4 CertHE Computing Skills for the Workplace. It equips graduates with essential skills for careers in the fast-growing UK computing and information systems sector.

Students gain knowledge in software development, database systems, and engineering complex systems, enhanced by strong industry links. Career paths include application development, systems analysis, and database management.

The course covers core computing areas in the first year and includes a final-year major project. Team-based software engineering projects develop in-demand skills.

Available to Home applicants only.

Curriculum & Modules

Graduate Attributes Framework (GAF)

The GAF supports your professional and personal development alongside academic learning. You’ll complete up to 40 credits per level through modules focused on career-ready skills. These modules help you build digital literacy, research ability, project management, communication, creativity, resilience, self-reflection, and problem-solving—ensuring you're well-prepared for the workplace.

Module details:

Level 5

• Changemakers: Creativity and Value Creation (20 credits; compulsory)

• Data Security and Compliance (20 credits; compulsory)

• Network Operating Systems and Services (20 credits; compulsory)

• Software Engineering Principles and Testing (20 credits; compulsory)

• Web and Mobile Technologies (20 credits; compulsory)

• Databases and Application Development (20 credits; compulsory)

Level 6:

• Advance Cyber Security (20 credits; compulsory)

• Emerging Trends (20 credits; compulsory)

• Data Warehousing and Data Mining (20 credits; compulsory)

• Usability Engineering (20 credits; compulsory)

• Independent Project (40 credits; compulsory)

What You'll Go On To Do

Graduates have strong employment outcomes in computing, teaching, ICT, and beyond. Most secure roles within six months of graduating. Career paths include application development, systems analysis, database management, and IT consultancy.

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Study Mode

Full-time on campus

Intakes

February, June, October

Fees

£9000/year

Entry Requirements

This programme is only available to Home applicants.

Successful completion of Level 4 CertHE Computing Skills for the Workplace (120 credits).

Funding

Student Finance Company or Self Funded

Program Summary