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BSc (Hons) Computing

3 Year

Duration

Undergraduate

Level

Manchester

Campus

Computing

Subject

Program Overview

BSc (Hons) Computing gives you the practical, career-ready skills employers want. Updated in 2021, our BSc (Hons) Computing covers high-demand areas like data analysis, cloud technologies, Java programming, and web development (HTML, CSS).

What sets this course apart is the choice of two career paths: dive deep into technical skills like data mining and programming, or combine tech with management to prepare for leadership roles in IT. You'll also build a strong foundation for lifelong learning, so you're ready to adapt and grow with future tech trends.

Curriculum & Modules

Year 1

  • Introduction to Academic Skills and Professional Development (Core)

  • Introduction to Computer Systems and Security (Core)

  • Introduction to Databases (Core)

  • Introduction to Programming (Core)

  • Introduction to Web Authoring (Core)

  • Productivity and Collaboration Tools for Learning and Work (Core)​​​​​​

Year 2

  • Human Computer Interaction (Core)

  • Data Analytics and Visualisation (Core)

  • IT Project Management (Core)

  • Systems Analysis and Design (Core

  • Then choose 2 from:

  • Advanced Databases (Elective)

  • Digital Business (Elective)

  • Object Oriented Programming (Elective)

  • Ethics, Quality and Sustainability in Technological Environments (Elective)

Year 3

  • Data Mining (Core)

  • Managing Innovation and Change (Core)

  • Computing Project (Core)

    Choose 2 from:

  • Information Security Management (Elective)

  • Technology Entrepreneurship (Elective)

  • Distributed and Cloud Computing (Elective)

  • Web Application Development (Elective)

What You'll Go On To Do

Programming, cloud computing, data mining, and IT talents are highly sought for globally. Therefore, the main goal of this computer degree program is to help students gain the skills that employers value. Because Arden's faculty members have strong connections to the computer industry, our course material is frequently updated to make sure it's current and represents the most recent advancements in the real world.

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Study Mode

Full-time on campus

Intakes

Fees

£9,000 per year

Entry Requirements

To be eligible to study this degree, we need to see that you have:

Two subjects at GCE A-Level or equivalent, plus passes at grade C or above in three subjects at GCSE level or equivalent; or

If you don’t currently hold the above qualifications, we also offer this course with an additional foundation year, which is designed for students who need extra support when starting their degree course.

Funding

Student Finance Company or Self Funded

Program Summary