Computing and Digital Technologies with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)

University of Roehampton

• Top 3 modern university in London (Complete University Guide 2025)
• Ranked in the top 15% in the world (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024)
• #8 in England for undergraduate student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2024)
• Gain a broad understanding of computing, covering fundamental skills in programming, systems administration, data, interface design, and cyber security.
• Learn through a flipped classroom approach that replaces lectures with videos and workshops to encourage collaborative learning and prepare students for the studio-style lab environment.
• Employability is embedded throughout the curriculum with a focus on project-based assessment that attempts to mimic real-life scenarios.
• The programme offers unique computing modules including system administration and programming for business automation, that will open new career pathways.

BSc Computing and Digital Technologies offers a comprehensive computing education and excellent career prospects in the ever-growing world of IT.

Throughout this course, students will gain a full education in computing, with a focus on fundamental skills in programming, systems administration, data, interface design, and cybersecurity.Students will have the opportunity to engage with a variety of roles in IT support, utilising low code/no code techniques to automate business processes. Students will also develop skills in digital media with modules covering digital methods and web design. During their final year project, students will explore usability aspects in computing, data visualization, human user interaction, cyber security, and risk management.

Graduates of BSc Computing and Digital Technologies can expect excellent job and career prospects. With organisations in all sectors increasingly relying on technology, there is a growing demand for professionals with a grasp of core IT skills.Studying BSc Computing and Digital Technologies will open several career pathways for students new to the field, from software development to system administration to cybersecurity, to roles in user experience and user interface design.With a comprehensive education in computing and a range of transferable skills, graduates of this course are well-positioned for success in the rapidly evolving world of computing.

At Roehampton, we want to provide you with the flexibility you need while you study, and the contact time to help you succeed. We schedule our teaching across no more than three days each week. Plus, we'll confirm which days these are well in advance of the start of term, so you can plan ahead.So, if you want to have more focused personal study time, a part-time job, need to balance family commitments, or want to reduce the time you spend commuting, we’re the ideal choice for you.

At Roehampton, student support is available 7 days a week.Our committed academic staff will support, help and guide you throughout your studies and help you prepare for your future career. We also offer study, wellbeing and careers support on-campus and online, so you can get the help you need when you want it.We offer a wide range of scholarships and bursaries. We also provide other ways to support the cost of living, including free buses and on-campus car parking, hardship support and some of the most affordable student accommodation and catering in London. Find out more about how we can support you.