Programme Overview
Comprehensive introduction to the programme
The BSc (Hons) Computing (Top-Up) provides a broad and flexible pathway covering business intelligence, decision-support systems, user experience, professional practice, and emerging technologies. Students can also select a specialist module in Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Network and Cloud Computing, or Software Engineering. Through practical learning and a Final Project, students develop technical, analytical, research, and problem-solving skills for careers in computing, systems analysis, data, software, IT services, business technology, and digital transformation.
Our degrees are designed for diploma and HND graduates who want to build on their skills, gain deeper expertise and achieve a recognised UK Honours degree in Computing. LSBU is the number one London modern university for graduate prospects (ranked 59th UK University, Guardian University Guide 2025; 601–800, THE World University Rankings 2026).
Programme Structure
Academic curriculum and module breakdown
Semester 1: Business Intelligence and Decision Support Systems (20 Credits) - Compulsory
Semester 1: Neural Networks and Deep Learning (20 Credits) - Optional
Semester 1: Data Engineering and Analytics Pipelines (20 Credits) - Optional
Semester 1: Offensive Security and Defensive Countermeasures (20 Credits) - Optional
Semester 1: Security Services and Cryptographic Applications (20 Credits) - Optional
Semester 1: Advanced Network Design and Performance Engineering (20 Credits) - Optional
Semester 1: Cloud and Distributed Systems Engineering (20 Credits) - Optional
Semester 1: Scalable Application Design, Development and Testing (20 Credits) - Optional
Semester 1: Full Stack and Dynamic Application Development (20 Credits) - Optional
Semester 1 and 2: Final Project (40 Credits) - Compulsory
Semester 2: Professional Practice and Emerging Technologies in Computing (20 Credits) - Compulsory
Semester 2: Human Centred Computing and User Experience (20 Credits) - Compulsory
Students select one 20-credit optional module from the eight approved Semester 1 specialist modules listed above.
Total Credits: 120
Entry Requirements
Academic prerequisites and admission criteria
A UK Level 5 equivalent qualification in a relevant subject area.
What’s Next for You
Academic pathways and career progression
Careers: computing, systems analysis, data, software, IT services, business technology and digital transformation.
Career pathway: HND in Computing → BSc (Hons) Computing (Top-up) → MBA.
