Course overview
The greatest difficulty Organisations are facing today is a scarcity of qualified workers to meet their rising demands. According to the BBC, demand for some abilities, such as robotics, has increased by 450% in some parts of the country in only a year (BBC 2021).
This BSc (Hons) Computing Technologies Extended Degree was created to provide you with a more supported route into undergraduate study as you begin your journey to meet the growing demand for technical knowledge.
This programme is designed to provide you with a broad range of competencies and skills that are relevant to current and future job markets. The degree will equip you with an understanding of core programming and digital technologies, together with giving them an understanding of, and an ability to apply, systems design principles and project management skills.
This course is validated by University of Roehampton
Response to Covid-19: Our focus is on providing a safe and welcoming learning environment for our students. We have taken every measure, in line with Government guidance, to ensure continued access to learning. As part of our response to the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, we are planning to deliver this course through a mix of live online classes and face-to-face learning opportunities at our London Holborn, Birmingham and Manchester Centres. We continue to follow Government guidance and any social distancing measures that may be in place. As restrictions ease, face-to-face opportunities will be increased where appropriate and it is safe for us to do so.
Campus locations
Job outcomes
- UX/UI Designer
- Network Engineer
- Software Engineer
- Cloud Services Developer
- Information Security Analyst
What you'll learn
- A systematic study of the theory, principles and application of a wide range of computing technologies and systems.
- An analytical, computational thinking and critical thinking skills.
- The ability to apply theoretical understanding to solve practical real-world problems in a creative, innovative and economically viable manner.
- A full understanding of the professional and ethical standards relating to computing technologies as well as the legal and social implications of technology use and development.
- Subject-based knowledge and skills to help you secure a graduate job in the fields of computing and information technology.
- Transferable learning skills to support ongoing educational and professional development.
Therefore, this BSc (Hons) Computing Technologies will firmly prepare you to become a key asset in areas of growing demand.
The Foundation Year
During the foundation year, you will benefit from:
- Extra support before you start your undergraduate studies
- Develop computing mathematics and academic study skills
- Computing modules in both semesters to build your subject-specific knowledge
Study method
- Blended
- In-class
- Online
Locations
- England
- Birmingham
- London
- Manchester
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Duration study load
- 4 years
Entry requirements
General entry requirements:
- 64 UCAS points, or equivalent. (Above 96 UCAS points? You can apply for the three-year version of this programme)
- GCSE Maths at grade D/3 or above, or equivalent. This can be exempted by successfully passing the QA Higher Education Maths test (score 6 out of 15)
English requirements: GCSE English at grade C/4 or equivalent. Applicants can sit the QA Higher Education English test, where 55% is required.
Please note: We are not currently able to sponsor international students to study this programme at University of Roehampton Centres therefore if you require sponsorship to study as an international student, this course will be unavailable to you.
Pathways
Master’s level in either:
- Cybersecurity
- Software development
- Analytics
- Cloud computing
- Information systems
Course features
- One to one career advice to build your experience and skills in readiness for a competitive job market
- Acquire a diverse set of technical skills and competencies that are applicable to today’s and tomorrow’s job markets
- Learn in a personalised and friendly small class environment
- September, January and June start dates so you can begin your studies at a time that suits you
- Delivered through Blended Learning in both Daytime and Evening/weekend study modes
Assessment
Assessed through a combination of exams, class test coursework and presentations
Delivery
The programme is to be delivered in blended mode (which means that up to 50% out of the classroom will be delivered digitally).
We’re focused on a digital future and your degree plays an important part in preparing for this, helping you to achieve your employability goals and life ambitions.
We want to equip you with the key skills you need, enhancing your employability and preparing you for the next steps in your career. Blended working is now a permanent feature for many businesses globally and the experience you will gain by studying through a blended learning model will help you prepare for this, building your confidence ready for success in the digital workplace.
The number of live contact hours that you have with your lecturers remains the same
- You will have timetabled sessions delivered face-to-face on-campus, building relationships and engaging with your student community
- You will have timetabled live online sessions that will allow you to participate and ask questions throughout the session
- Support services can be accessed remotely and your campus is open so you can book in and use campus facilities and services face-to-face at a time that works for you, either on your timetabled on-campus days or outside these times
Our blended approach offers the best of both live online and on-campus learning opportunities, and your blended timetables will typically follow one of the below:
Daytime students
If you are a daytime student, you will typically have 2 days of tuition per week – your sessions will be on-campus for 1 of those days and the other day will take place live online.
Evening and weekend students
Evening and weekend blended timetables will typically follow one of the below patterns each week:
- 2 evenings live online and 1 weekend day face-to-face on-campus, or
- 2 evenings face-to-face on-campus and 1 weekend day live online
Subjects
All modules are core and 20 credits unless specified.
- Fundamentals of Computer Architecture
- Introduction to Computing Mathematics
- Academic Skills Development & Ethics
- Professional Computing Project
- Fundamentals of Programming
- Information Systems Development
- Discrete Mathematics & Algorithms
- Web Engineering & Security
- Introduction to Devices & Networks
- User Experience Design
- Object-Oriented Programming
- Data Mining
- Mobile Application Development Technologies
- Data Science for Developers
- Cloud Computing
- Business Intelligence
- Enterprise Project & Professional Issues
- Advanced Network Design
- Dissertation 1 (Research Methods & Skills)
- Cyber Security
- Internet of Everything
- Interactive Systems Design Principles
- Innovative Technologies & Entrepreneurship
- Dissertation 2 (Applied Project)
- Preparing for Employment (0 credits / Optional)
About University of Roehampton Centres
The University has a student population of over 10,000 students who represent 140 nationalities across the globe, resulting in a diverse and lively student environment on campus.
The Pathway College is in partnership between the University or Roehampton and QA Higher Education. The programmes are validated by the University and taught by QA Higher Education. The courses are designed to prepare students for the seamless transition on to an undergraduate or postgraduate degree.
