Ready for Level 4 Computing without a preparatory year? Use this BSc (Hons) Computing course at Poplar. Full-time weekday teaching covers programming, databases, software builds, security and networks with industry-informed modules aimed at graduate entry or further professional study. Do not open Holborn evening Computing with Foundation Year unless you need preparatory study on evening hours. Do not open Wembley Software Engineering with Foundation Year unless software-systems engineering is your subject. Graduate destinations into industry or further professional study are named in the course notes. AF Education gives UK home students free help with the application and with Student Finance England.
Key facts
- Award / level
- BSc (Hons) (Bachelors)
- Study mode
- Full time
- Schedule options
- Weekday
- Location
- At the Poplar campus in London
- Upcoming intake
- January 2027
- Foundation year
- Not included in this course title
- Awarding university
- University of Central Lancashire London
- Partner pathway
- UCLAN
Who this course is for
This suits adults who want an undergraduate degree in this subject, including career changers and returners to education.
Entry routes for mature students
Standard undergraduate entry typically needs A-levels or equivalent plus GCSEs. Mature applicants without formal qualifications can often apply with relevant work experience, assessed through a personal statement and references. AF Education confirms the exact requirements.
Funding with Student Finance England
AF Education is a free service for England-resident UK home students — not international applicants. For eligible courses, a Tuition Fee Loan is paid directly to the university and a Maintenance Loan is paid to you for living costs. Eligibility depends on residency and previous study; use our free eligibility checker before you apply.
Check your Student Finance eligibility — free, takes about 2 minutes.
How often you study
Full-time weekday study is listed at London. Most courses AF Education supports need 1 to 2 campus days a week, usually about 2 to 4 hours a day, so many students keep working. Your exact timetable is confirmed before you enrol.
Career and progression
AF Education does not guarantee jobs or progression. Course notes reference Chartered IT Professional (CITP) recognition on successful completion; exact professional recognition depends on modules completed.
Course overview from University of Central Lancashire London
Our BSc (Hons) Computing degree is designed to equip you with a broad understanding of many computing principles and to build skills in areas like programming, database management, software development, information security and network management.
Why study with us:
- Our teaching is informed by research and industry practice in areas such as software engineering, networks and communications, and cyber security.
- It offers a flexible, industry-focussed computing programme of study to prepare you with knowledge understanding and employability skills suitable for graduate entry into the industry or further professional study.
- The course offers you Chartered IT Professional (CITP), a professional qualification which is the independent standard of competence and professionalism in the technology industry.
On successful completion of the course you will be able to:
- Implement understanding of the body of knowledge for the computing programme’s subject areas and be able to exercise critical judgement in the use of that knowledge.
- Utilise computing knowledge and skills equivalent to competency expected by employers for graduate level entry jobs.
- Formulate appropriate aspects of computer-based system design, build, deployment, management, and maintenance, addressing criticality, safety and security where appropriate.
- Apply knowledge of relevant engineering principles for computer-based systems based on appropriate scientific, technological, risk and human management insights taught on the programme.
- Implement quality solutions to complex computing challenges and situations with credible and professional evaluations of the solutions provided.
- Apply research methods appropriate to computing areas of study factoring in strengths, limitations and ethical issues.
The BSc (Hons) Computing course provides you with a broad and relevant understanding of the major components of an in-demand subject and offers you choices to pursue a wide range of careers, or to specialise as a postgraduate, including:
- Analyst and management jobs in information systems, computer systems, security, business and data.
- Network administrator
- Network engineer
- Network manager
- Database administrator
- UI/UX designer
- Web developer
- Software developer
- Apps developer
Timetable:
Studying on campus 2 days a week which is Monday - Friday (10:00-17:00)
How this course differs
This page is BSc (Hons) Computing at University of Central Lancashire London: Bachelors, no foundation year, Full Time (Weekday), at Poplar (London). Other versions with the same title are listed below so you can pick the right one.
| Course | University | Level | Foundation year | Mode | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSc (Hons) Computing this page | University of Central Lancashire London (Partner: UCLAN) | Bachelors | No | Full Time · Weekday | Poplar (London) |
| BSc (Hons) Computing with Foundation Year | University of Central Lancashire London (Partner: UCLAN) | Bachelors | Yes | Full Time · Weekday | Poplar (London) |
| BSc (Hons) Computing | Arden University (Partner: ARDEN) | Bachelors | No | Full Time · Weekday | Birmingham, Ealing (London), Holborn (London), Leeds, Manchester, Stratford (London) |
| BSc (Hons) Computing | Arden University (Partner: ARDEN) | Bachelors | No | Full Time · Evening | Birmingham, Holborn (London), Leeds, Manchester, Stratford (London) |
| BSc (Hons) Computing | Arden University (Partner: ARDEN) | Level 5 | No | Full Time · Weekday | Birmingham, Ealing (London), Holborn (London), Leeds, Manchester, Stratford (London) |
| BSc (Hons) Computing | Arden University (Partner: ARDEN) | Level 5 | No | Full Time · Evening | Holborn (London), Stratford (London) |
| BSc (Hons) Computing | Arden University (Partner: ARDEN) | Bachelors | No | Part Time · Online | Online |
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BSc (Hons) Computing is available at London. Campus details and map links are below.
Available Campuses for BSc (Hons) Computing
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Poplar
6th Floor, Import Building, 2 Clove Cres, E India Dock Rd, London, E14 2BE
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English Language Requirements for University of Central Lancashire
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Entry Requirements for University of Central Lancashire
UCLan London offers standard, non-standard, and part-standard entry routes, with requirements varying by level of study. All applicants must provide supporting evidence to enroll. Undergraduate Courses Foundation Year Standard Entry: 3 GCSEs…
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FAQs about this course
Where is the course taught?
Study is listed at London.
How is the course delivered?
The schedule is Weekday (Full time).
Can mature students apply?
Yes. Mature applicants are often considered through work-experience routes with a CV, references and an interview where required.
Can I get Student Finance England for this course?
AF Education gives England-resident UK home students (not international applicants) free help applying for Student Finance England on eligible courses. Check your eligibility free before you apply.
Is Chartered IT Professional recognition mentioned?
Yes. The course notes reference Chartered IT Professional (CITP) recognition on successful completion; confirm details for your intake.
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