BSc (Hons) Computing

The BSc (Hons) Computing at AIBS is a three-year, industry-aligned honours degree awarded by Edge Hill University, UK. The program blends core computing theory with practical skills in programming, database design, networking, security, web and mobile development, user experience, and data analytics - preparing graduates for technical roles and further study.

Why choose this degree

• Industry-aligned curriculum - built to meet employer needs and professional standards
• Blended delivery - classroom learning combined with practical labs and project work
• Experienced in-house and visiting faculty - academic and industry expertise
• Small classes and individual attention - focused support for student success
• Clear progression pathways - top-up and transfer opportunities to UK, Australian and Canadian universities

Key facts - at a glance

Degree - BSc (Hons) Computing awarded by Edge Hill University, UK - Duration - 3 years - Progression - top-up and transfer opportunities to leading UK and Australian universities.

Course structure - core and advanced modules

• Programming and Software Development - foundations and lifecycles
• Database Design, Management Systems and Advanced Databases
• Networking, Network Management and Internet Security
• Security and Information Assurance
• Website Design & Development, UX/UI and Prototyping
• E-Commerce & Strategy and Business Process Support
• Planning a Computing Project and Computing Research Project (Pearson set)
• Research & Development Methodology and Project
• Big Data, Data Analytics and emerging computing technologies

The curriculum combines semester-based modules with project work and research-led assignments to build practical, employable skills.

Learning outcomes

• Develop proficiency in modern programming languages and software development practices
• Design, implement and manage relational and advanced database solutions
• Understand networking fundamentals, security principles and secure system design
• Apply UX and web development techniques to build intuitive user interfaces
• Carry out independent research and complete industry-focused computing projects

Teaching, assessment and industry focus

• Blended teaching - lectures, labs, workshops and supervised projects
• Project-based assessment - Pearson-set projects and a final research or development project
• Emphasis on employability - real-world scenarios, industry-relevant tools and professional practice

Career opportunities

• Web Developer
• Full-Stack Developer
• Software Developer
• Data Scientist
• Database Administrator
• Information Security Analyst / Chief Information Security Officer
• Cloud Computing Engineer
• Mobile Application Developer
• Network Architect / Network Manager
• Business Analyst / Product Manager
• Software Tester / QA Manager
• Research & Development Scientist or Computer Science Researcher
• User Interface / UX Designer
• Academic roles - Computer Science Lecturer

Graduates leave ready for technical roles across the public and private sectors or for further postgraduate study.

Entry requirements

GCE O/Ls - 6 passes including English and Mathematics. GCE A/Ls - any stream, 2 passes or an equivalent qualification.

Pathways and progression

• International Foundation Diploma in IT - route for O/L entrants
• BTEC HND in Computing - route for A/L entrants
• Progression to BSc (Hons) Software Engineering or transfer to partner universities in the UK and Australia
• Options for postgraduate study including an MSc

Facilities and student support

• Modern computing labs and practical workspaces
• Access to visiting industry lecturers and research-led faculty
• Academic support, career guidance and progression planning

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