This top-up computing and IT degree has one stage, comprising 120 credits.
- Your existing qualification makes up Stages 1 and 2.
- In Stage 3, you’ll choose three 30-credit modules and complete a 30-credit project module.
You’ll choose three 30-credit modules and complete a 30-credit project module.
We regularly review our curriculum; therefore, the qualification described on this page – including its availability, its structure, and available modules – may change over time. If we make changes to this qualification, we’ll update this page as soon as possible. Once you’ve registered or are studying this qualification, where practicable, we’ll inform you in good time of any upcoming changes. If you’d like to know more about the circumstances in which the University might make changes to the curriculum, see our or . This description was last updated on 19 March 2024.
Accessibility
Our qualifications are as accessible as possible, and we have a comprehensive range of support services. Our Top-up BSc (Honours) Computing and IT Practice uses a variety of study materials and includes the following elements:
- Online study – most modules are online; some have a mix of printed and online material. Online learning resources could include websites, audio/video, and interactive activities
- Pre-determined schedules – we’ll help you to develop your time-management skills
- Assessment in the form of short-answer questions, essays, and examinations
- Feedback – continuous assessment includes feedback from your tutor and using this to improve your performance
- Using and producing diagrams and screenshots
- Finding external/third-party material online
- Accessing online catalogues and databases
- Specialist software
- Mathematical and scientific expressions, notations and associated techniques
- Online tutorials
- Group-work
- Practical work
Every module has its own Accessibility Statement with more detailed accessibility information – you’ll find these on individual module descriptions.
Visit our Disability support page to learn about our services.
Learning outcomes, teaching and assessment
This qualification develops your learning in four main areas:
- Knowledge and understanding.
- Cognitive skills.
- Practical and professional skills.
- Key skills.
Read the detailed learning outcomes here
Classification of your degree
On successfully completing this course, we’ll award you our BSc (Honours) Computing and IT Practice.
The class of honours (first, upper-second, lower-second or third) will depend on your grades at Stage 3.
You’ll have the opportunity to attend a degree ceremony.
International recognition
If you intend to use your Open University qualifications to seek work or undertake further study outside the UK, we recommend checking whether your intended qualification will meet local requirements for your chosen career. Find out more about international recognition of Open University qualifications.
Regulations
As a student of 快猫视频, you should be aware of the content of the qualification-specific regulations below and the academic regulations that are available on our website.
You must have passed one of the following OU qualifications:
- Foundation Degree in Computing and IT Practice (X15)
- Diploma of Higher Education in Computing and IT Practice (W15)
Alternatively, you must have a similar qualification in a relevant subject from somewhere else, for example:
- a foundation degree
- a Diploma of Higher Education
- an HND plus work experience.
Some of the modules within this qualification also require you to have completed other OU modules or equivalent study (read the Entry requirements on the module descriptions).
How to apply
Applications to start in October 2024 closed on 8 August. From late-March, we’ll begin accepting applications to start in October 2025.
Skills for career development
This degree is relevant if you work, or would like to work with computing and IT systems – in hardware-based, software-based or systems-based contexts – and are looking for a qualification that shows you have a sound grasp of the principles of these technologies; you can apply these principles; and you’re aware of the surrounding issues. The individual project you’ll study at the end of this degree course will demonstrate your ability to undertake a substantial piece of work. It will also be a valuable showcase for your abilities and professional skills, and provide a solid preparation for postgraduate study.
On graduation, you’ll be in a position to pursue a career in information technology, computing, communication technology and related fields – although you may need to undertake further training or study in order to enter a new career area.
Career relevance
Computing and IT is a rapidly growing sector of employment, and the UK is recognised as a world leader in producing talented graduates. You could develop your skills and knowledge in the key employment areas in need of skilled candidates. Employers highly regard Open University computing and IT graduates for their ambition, time management and organisational skills.
Computing and IT graduates are in demand by providers (such as software houses) and user organisations alike. The extensive range of organisations employing computing and IT graduates includes retail, financial services, telecommunications, broadcast media, digital media, manufacturing, transport, tourism, the public sector and healthcare.
Growth areas and areas of high demand include cyber security, mobile development, cloud computing and the management of Big Data.
Accreditation
Accredited by , for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional. accreditation provides assurance that programmes of study meet high standards set by the profession.
Accredited by on behalf of the for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for Incorporated Engineer and partially meeting the academic requirement for a Chartered Engineer. Accreditation is a mark of assurance that a degree meets the standards set by the in the UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC).
Accredited by , for the award of Euro-Inf Bachelor Quality Label on behalf of as satisfying the outcomes of First Cycle Programmes specified by the Euro-Inf Framework Standards and Accreditation Criteria for Informatics Degree Programmes.
Other careers
Beyond pure technology roles, some graduates also enter management consultancy firms or corporate roles, while others go into technical writing roles or work freelance.
Many graduate-level jobs are open to graduates of any discipline, particularly in business, finance, management consultancy and the public sector. Some careers may require further study, training and/or work experience beyond your degree.
Exploring your options
Once you register with us (and for up to three years after you finish your studies), you’ll have full access to our careers service for a wide range of information and advice – including online forums, website, interview simulation, vacancy service as well as the option to email or speak to a careers adviser. Some areas of the careers service website are , including help with looking for and applying for jobs. You can also read more general information about .
In the meantime if you want to do some research around this qualification and where it might take you, we’ve put together a list of relevant job titles as a starting point (note that some careers may require further study, training and/or work experience beyond your degree):
- app developer
- data analyst
- web developer
- software engineer
- network architect
- security analyst