Develop the knowledge and skills you need to create technologies and applications that will change the world, with this degree at University Centre West Anglia.
It's possible to study this course on either a four year or six year part-time basis. You'll take the same modules as BSc (Hons) students, but sometimes in a different order or in different years.
Computing can be amazingly diverse, encompassing computer design, graphics, artificial intelligence, gaming, software engineering, programming and applications development. This degree at University Centre West Anglia is designed to offer you a wide choice of career options when you graduate.
As you study, you can choose to focus on the core elements of computer science, or to specialise in areas such as software development, mobile applications, computer security, cloud computing, network administration and technical support.
You'll spend lots of time in our computing labs. You'll also have access to Microsoft Imagine Premium’s professional developer and designer tools, VMware IT Academy’s virtualisation software and tools, plus mobile devices for testing and developing mobile applications.
Why ARU?
Developed with leading employers, this course will prepare you for a fast-paced, rewarding career
Learn the knowledge and skills you need to create technologies and applications that will change the world
Apply for Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) status after you graduate
Study in King's Lynn at University Centre West Anglia
Careers
Our partnership with University Centre West Anglia lets you study for an ARU degree in the heart of historic King's Lynn.
Our graduates go on to successful careers in many industries and fields including software development, database administration, networking, web and support. The qualification provides an ideal basis for postgraduate study or research.
We’ve developed our degree course in partnership with employers and professional bodies. By choosing particular modules, you can apply for Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) status after you graduate.
Teaching and modules
This course covers critical topics in computing, including professional ethics, legal issues, AI, image processing, cybersecurity, cloud computing
As you study, you’ll learn to work effectively as part of a team and become a creative problem-solver who's aware of social, moral and ethical issues relating to the impact of computers on our lives.
This BSc (Hons) course focuses on equipping you with software engineering skills with a slight edge given to programming languages, so if it’s the ability to bend software to your will that excites you, this is the course for you. If you're interested, however, in software engineering skills with a slight edge given to networking principles, the BEng (Hons) option in Cambridge will give you the tools to enable you to configure complex network systems.
We’ll assess your progress from your written assignments, presentations, exams, major project, class and lab-based exercises and group project work.
Modules are subject to change and availability, and may vary by location. If you have the choice of optional modules, these are indicated with a *.
Year 1
Introduction to Programming (30 credits)
Software Principles (15 credits)
Computer Systems (30 credits)
Operating Systems (30 credits)
Core Mathematics for Computing (15 credits)
Year 2
Database Design and Implementation (15 credits)
Web Programming
Digital Security (15 credits)
Network Routing (15 credits)
Software Engineering (30 credits)
Algorithm Analysis and Data Structures (15 credits)
Computing Research Methodologies (15 credits)
Year 3
Artificial Intelligence (15 credits)
Ethical Hacking and Countermeasures (15 credits)
Final Project (30 credits)
Professional Issues: Computing and Society (15 credits)
It's possible to study this course on either a four year or six year part-time basis. You'll take the same modules as BSc (Hons) students, but sometimes in a different order or in different years.
Facilities
Study at University Centre West Anglia and benefit from facilities including:
14 digitally-enabled classrooms
120-seat multimedia lecture theatre
a Learning Resource Centre, containing traditional and modern resources to enhance your learning
depending on your course, you may use the £2.5m Creative Studios building.
Entry requirements
Main
80 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 A levels or equivalent level 3 qualification, eg Extended Diploma (MMP) or Access to Computing course (30 level 3 credits at Merit grade are required).
All applicants must have GCSE English and maths at grade 4 or above (or equivalent).
Important additional notes
Our published entry requirements are a guide only and our decision will be based on your overall suitability for the course as well as whether you meet the minimum entry requirements.
Other equivalent qualifications may be accepted for entry to this course; please email [email protected] for further information. Applicants to undergraduate courses can also check our information about undergraduate entry qualifications.
You'll need a computer and reliable internet access to successfully engage with your course.
Main
80 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 A levels or equivalent level 3 qualification, eg Extended Diploma (MMP) or Access to Computing course (30 level 3 credits at Merit grade are required).
All applicants must have GCSE English and maths at grade 4 or above (or equivalent).
Important additional notes
Our published entry requirements are a guide only and our decision will be based on your overall suitability for the course as well as whether you meet the minimum entry requirements.
Other equivalent qualifications may be accepted for entry to this course; please email [email protected] for further information. Applicants to undergraduate courses can also check our information about undergraduate entry qualifications.
You'll need a computer and reliable internet access to successfully engage with your course.
You can find out more about the admissions process at ARU, including what happens after you apply and the different types of offer we may make.
We may automatically offer you a place at ARU if you meet any of these criteria:
are a care leaver or care experienced
have a declared disability
are from certain postcodes
provide unpaid care for another person
are currently, or were, in receipt of free school meals during secondary education
are a Service Child, where a parent or carer currently serves in the UK Armed Forces
participated in an approved activity in preparation for entry to higher education
attended a secondary school that had a Progress 8 score of average, below average or well below average
£9,000UK students starting 2023/24 (full-time, per year)
£4,500UK students starting 2023/24 (part-time, per year)
We offer a range of ARU scholarships and bursaries, which provide extra financial support while you’re at university. If you're eligible for a scholarship, you'll generally receive it automatically – there's no need to apply.
Our campus employment bureau, ARU Temps, can help you find part-time work that fits around your studies. It's a great chance to enhance your CV and boost your income while you study.
Living at university
We understand that affordability is an important issue when you’re thinking about studying at university.
The overall cost of university can vary depending on where you’re studying and which course you’re taking.
Costs may also be lower if you're living at home. However, some of the main costs you’ll want to think about include:
accommodation
bills
internet, mobile phone and calls
travel
food and drink
socialising and going out
study materials.
Most full-time UK students can apply for a Maintenance Loan to help cover living costs. More about maintenance loans.
Our Money Advice Service is on hand if you’d like to chat about living costs, budgets and managing your money. You can also find out more about student finance at one of our Open Days.