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BSc (Hons) Computing

UCLan LondonDocklands, East London
Undergraduate3 years full-time (4 years with foundation year)Full-time, Standard Delivery, 2 days/week (Mon-Fri daytime timetable)Work experience accepted

Course Overview

This degree provides a broad understanding of computing principles, including programming, database management, software development, and information security.

Co-created with employers and the British Computer Society, you'll gain hands-on experience in a dedicated computing suite using industry-standard equipment and software.

Teaching informed by research and industry practice in software engineering, networks and communications, and cyber security

Flexible, industry-focused programme preparing you for graduate entry or further professional study

Extensive time in dedicated computing suite with industry-standard equipment

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Entry requirement, in one line

96 UCAS Tariff points (A Level: A*=56, A=48, B=40, C=32, D=24, E=16), or relevant work experience considered as part of a holistic application. Next intake: September, January, May.

Entry Requirements

Qualified on paper, or qualified by experience.

Fuchures checks your fit against the criteria below before recommending this route.

96 UCAS Tariff points (A Level: A*=56, A=48, B=40, C=32, D=24, E=16)
Alternative qualifications considered: BTEC Level 3 Diplomas, Access to HE, Scottish Highers, Irish Leaving Certificate, International Baccalaureate
Minimum 3 GCSEs (Maths and English) at grade C/4 or above
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) considered in line with University regulations
Relevant work experience and personal circumstances are considered as part of a holistic application, alongside academic qualifications

Who Fits This Course

  • Meets or is close to 96 UCAS Tariff Points (or equivalent alternative qualification)
  • Holds GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4+ (or accepted equivalent)
  • Interested in software development, networks, cyber security, data or IT careers
  • Can commit to a standard daytime, 2-day-a-week campus timetable
  • Mature applicants or career changers with relevant work experience, even where formal qualifications fall slightly short of standard UCAS Tariff Points

Who Does Not Fit

  • Falls well short of 96 UCAS Tariff Points with no accepted alternative route
  • Cannot evidence GCSE-equivalent Maths and English (grade C/4 or above)
  • Needs evening/weekend-only study, this course is standard delivery only
  • Is looking for fully online or distance learning
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What You'll Study

Course Modules, year by year.

What you'll actually study, module by module.

Computing Skills
Research Skills
Communication Skills
Professional Development in Computing

Career Opportunities

Where this degree can take you.

Graduates go on to roles across public, private and healthcare sectors, some routes need further training or study.

Analyst and management roles in information systems, computer systems, security, business and dataNetwork AdministratorNetwork EngineerNetwork ManagerDatabase AdministratorUI/UX DesignerWeb DeveloperSoftware DeveloperApps DeveloperTechnical Sales/Support EngineerHardware or Software EngineerDevOps EngineerMachine Learning EngineerSystems ProgrammerMultimedia ProgrammerRobotics EngineerGames Developer

Upcoming Intakes

3 routes in, each year.

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September

Standard intake, applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

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January

Mid-cycle intake, ideal if you're deciding later in the cycle.

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May

Final intake of the cycle, a good route if you need more lead time.

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