BSc (Hons) Computing at Arden University

Programme overview

Studying computing with Arden means gaining the latest practical computing skills needed to meet the demands of today’s rapidly evolving computing sector. Our undergraduate course is designed to ensure you develop the expertise today’s employers are looking for. Advanced computing skills are in high demand in today’s global job market, providing you with ample opportunities to fill industry gaps, specialise, and progress your career. Study locations: Birmingham, Leeds, London (Ealing, Holborn and Stratford), Manchester, Online.

Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences and Technology | Duration: Full-time: 3 years (Blended); Part-time: 3 years+ (Online) | Study mode: full-time, part-time, online | Location: Coventry, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Level 4: Introduction to Academic Skills and Professional Development, Introduction to Operating Systems & Security, Introduction to Databases, Introduction to Programming, Introduction to Web Authoring, Introduction to Networking, Data Analysis & Visualisation (Only available for April 2026 Online learning intake). Level 5: Human Computer Interaction (Core), Data Analysis and Visualisation (Core), IT Project Management (Core), Systems Analysis and Design (Core), Advanced Databases (Elective), Object Oriented Programming (Elective), Digital Business (Elective), Ethics, Quality and Sustainability in Technological Environments (Elective). Level 6: Data Mining (Core), Distributed and Cloud Computing (Core), Information Security Management (Core), Computing Project (Core), Web Application Development (Elective), Technology Entrepreneurship (Elective)

Career pathways

The ever-evolving nature of technology ensures a continuous demand for skilled computing professionals, offering our graduates a wide range of fulfilling and lucrative career paths to choose from. Roles graduates may consider include Programming/Coding, Software, Development/Engineering, Web Design, Data Analysis, Database Administration, Cybersecurity and Risk Management, Product Management, IT Management, Web Analytics.

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Application information

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. Please note that the Foundation Year course is offered exclusively in a blended learning mode and is not available for those wishing to study entirely online. Do you have work experience? We’re happy to consider an application from you if you can show us that you have the motivation and at least two years of work relevant experience to study this degree. We’ll ask you for a personal statement that demonstrates your ability to study the course, along with references and evidence of your previous work experience. English: IELTS 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element); or TOEFL iBT 60-78; or equivalent Alternatively, evidence you have previously studied in English; a letter to show that the Medium…

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,525 a year. Fee per year, UK campus (blended learning), UK (England) students; standard fee before any offers or scholarships. Source

International applicants: GBP 5,500 a year. Fee per level (Levels 4/5/6 each charged at this amount), online learning, international students (fee shown for applicants from Ghana; Arden sets online fees by country); part-time online students may take more than one year per level. Source

Duration: Full-time: 3 years (Blended); Part-time: 3 years+ (Online)

Apply through the official page: https://arden.ac.uk/studying-with-us/how-to-apply

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