BSc (Honours) in Computing and IT (Software)
Open University
Key Information
Campus location
Online United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
Distance Learning
Duration
3 - 6 years
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
GBP 6,924 / per year *
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
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* cost per year full-time; £3,462 - cost per year part-time
Introduction
In this specialist route, you’ll become a confident user and manager of information technologies as well as a developer of software solutions. You’ll gain both a technical and business perspective of the advantages, problems and risks of developing and using software technologies.
Key features of the course
- Focuses on software development and software engineering in modern-day environments
- Offers the hands-on experience of web, mobile and cloud technologies
Accessibility
We make all our qualifications as accessible as possible and have a comprehensive range of services to support all our students. The BSc (Honours) Computing and IT uses a variety of study materials and has the following elements:
- studying a mixture of printed and online material – online learning resources may include websites, audio/video media clips, and interactive activities such as online quizzes
- using mathematical and scientific expressions, notations and associated techniques
- working in a group with other students
- using and/or producing diagrams and/or screenshots
- undertaking practical work
- finding external/third party material online
- using specialist software (for example the Design/Engineering Studio).
Admissions
Curriculum
Course details
This degree has three stages, each comprising 120 credits.
- In Stage 1, you'll study three 30-credit computing and IT modules and a 30-credit mathematics module.
- In Stage 2, you'll study four 30-credits modules in the specialist area of software.
- In Stage 3, you'll study two 30-credit modules in the specialist area of software; choose a 30-credit module from a range of options, and a 30-credit project module.
Program Outcome
This qualification develops your learning in four main areas:
- Knowledge and understanding
- Cognitive skills
- Practical and professional skills
- Key skills
The level and depth of your learning gradually increase as you work through the qualification. You’ll be supported throughout by the OU’s unique style of teaching and assessment – which includes a personal tutor to guide and comment on your work; top quality course texts; e-learning resources like podcasts, interactive media and online materials; tutorial groups and community forums.