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Get ready for a rewarding career in the rapidly growing technology sector with our BCS-accredited computing and IT degree. This future-facing course is informed by the latest industry needs, helping you develop the technical skills and expertise to thrive as an in-demand IT professional. You’ll start by exploring the hardware, software and systems that power modern businesses, learning to confidently manage networks or databases and develop software solutions to real-world challenges. As you progress, you can tailor your studies around your career goals, following a broad route or diving into cyber security, networking, software engineering, web development and more.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements to study this degree. Computer and internet access required.

If you’re new to study or to the OU, it is recommended that you start with a course at Level 1.

Progression Routes

On successful completion of the required number and type of modules you will be awarded a Bachelor of Science (Honours) Computing and IT degree. Depending on which modules you choose the Computing and IT degree may help you to obtain professional recognition from BCS – the Chartered Institute for IT, or from the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). Both are professional bodies established by royal charter.