BSc Computing
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Computing, a web development and security degree focused on the principles and practices of modern IT systems. Core topics include Programming, Computer Architecture, Project Management, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, and Design & Creative Practice. Students can undertake a professional placement year or complete a substantial individual final project in the final year. The first year covers foundational concepts through Programming Fundamentals, Relational Database Development Fundamentals, and Computer Systems and Networking Fundamentals. The second year introduces Object Oriented Programming Design and Development, Machine Learning and AI Fundamentals, and Digital Forensics and the Digital Footprint alongside collaborative group work. The final year involves advanced study through Computing Major Project, Advanced Networking, and Ethical Hacking. Optional study elements are not featured in the curriculum structure.
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Entry requirements
112-96 UCAS Tariff points. We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, OCR, Access to HE and most other qualifications within the UCAS Tariff. 5 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths. If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
What students say
Based on about 148 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 82%
- Learning opportunities: 82%
- Assessment and feedback: 84%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 80%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 80%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 450 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 82%
- Gained a higher qualification: 2%
- Left higher education: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 6%
What graduates do next
Based on about 29 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Elementary occupations: 20%
- Information Technology Professionals: 20%
- Sales occupations: 15%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 235 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 6%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 72%
- London: 9%
- South East: 6%
- South West: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 480 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 85%
- Baccalaureate: 1%
- Access course: 1%
- Other HE qualification: 2%
- Other qualifications: 10%
- No formal qualifications: 2%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Programming Fundamentals
- Relational Database Development Fundamentals
- Computer Systems and Networking Fundamentals
- Web Development Fundamentals
- Into ARU
- Object Oriented Programming Design and Development
- Becoming an IT Professional
- Machine Learning and AI Fundamentals
- Team Based Project
- Digital Forensics and the Digital Footprint
- Ruskin Module
- Computing Major Project
- Developing Legacy Software Systems
- Future Tech and Development
- Advanced Networking
- Ethical Hacking
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Computing at Anglia Ruskin University earn?
The median salary is £26,000 after 15 months, £24,000 after 3 years, £30,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 and £39,500. The £30,500 median after five years is £1,500 less than the UK median for Information technology.
What do graduates of BSc Computing at Anglia Ruskin University do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Computing at Anglia Ruskin University?
82% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Computing at Anglia Ruskin University?
The average entrant had 87 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Computing at Anglia Ruskin University?
82% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.