- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 1 year
- Mode
- Full-time
- Subject
- Computer Science
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2026
Overview
If you currently hold an HND (Higher National Diploma) or equivalent, the BSc (Hons) Applied Computing (Top-Up) allows you to gain a full undergraduate degree within one year of study. This course will enhance your expertise in applied computer technologies, applied computer science, and applied business computers, helping you to develop critical skills in cyber security, networks, and management. Learn technical knowledge of cyber threat intelligence, risk management, and relevant industry standards. This course will help you meet the challenges facing businesses, and become the professional experts they need. Learn from experts in security-related technologies and industry. They will cover everything from cloud computing to project management, as well as sharing their own research. Explore our fantastic computing resources at our Docklands campus. This includes specialised labs to explore networking and operating system environments. Top-Up your diploma: join the third year of our applied computing course and top-up your diploma or foundation degree to a full BSc. This applied computer science training is delivered by experts in security technologies, covering essential topics like cloud computing and project management. You will also learn about computer methods in applied mechanics and engineering, ensuring you are well-prepared for industry standards and challenges. January starts: You will join this Top-Up final year in January and complete your first semester before the summer break and your second semester after the summer break, completing your studies and gaining a full BSc (Hons) in applied computer science in just one year. Book for an open day
Entry requirements
Accepted QualificationsHigher National Diploma (HND) or Foundation Degree in a Computing relevant subject.International QualificationsWe accept a wide range of European and international qualifications in addition to A-levels, the International Baccalaureate and BTEC qualifications. Please visit our International page for full details.
English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.0 overall, no part below 6 |
|---|
IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in Writing and Speaking; 5.5 in Reading and Listening (or recognised equivalent). If you do not meet the academic English language requirements for your course, you may be eligible to enrol onto a Pre-sessional English course. The length of the course will depend on y
Fees
International students: £9790 per year
UK students: £9790 per year
UK/Home: £9790 per year
International: £9790 per year
Start dates
September 2026
Application deadline
UCAS deadline (equal consideration)
Campus
- Stratford Campus, London, United Kingdom
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