Computing and Information Technologies Top Up (Hons) (Online) University of Derby

Overview

The Computing and Information Technologies Top Up (Hons) (Online) course delivered at University of Derby will allow you to deepen your knowledge and understanding through research, case studies and practical skills-based projects. With a core focus on professional ethics and the wide-ranging impact of computing technologies in society, the programme will support learners in acquiring crucial skills which underpin the duties and responsibilities of today’s computing professionals.

Key Facts

If you already hold an HND or foundation degree in a Computing subject or international equivalent qualification, top it up to a full Computing and IT BSc degree in one to two years with this online course. Gaining the full bachelors degree can improve your career prospects, strengthen your CV and allow you to move onto a master's degree at a later date, should you wish to.

Why choose this Computing and IT course?

• Contemporary, updated degree from a recognised UK university

• Three start dates a year (September, January and May)

• Opportunity to enrol on the course with a level 4 qualification plus significant work experience

• Choice of seven optional modules, allowing you to tailor the course to meet your own interests, including key emerging areas - Network Management and Security, Web Development, and Cyber Security and Ethical Hacking

• Study at your own pace, part-time online using a virtual classroom environment, supported throughout by a team of academic professionals

• Engagement in a vibrant learning community, building your network of likeminded individuals within the UK and around the world

• Guest speakers from industry

• The course can be completed within one year

Careers

• This programme is designed for those who wish to advance their knowledge and understanding of important aspects of Computing and Information Technologies in order to enhance career opportunities or to prepare themselves for postgraduate research. It will provide you with highly transferable subject, academic and practical skills which are widely sought by today’s Computing and Information Technologies employers.