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Digital Technologies (Top Up)

BSc (Hons) · 1 Years · Full-time · 09/2025 · UndergraduateBedford College
Awarded by:
The University of Northampton

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This course takes place at
Bedford College
2025-20262026-2027
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Course summary

This one year top-up course will allow you to develop skills in a variety of technical disciplines, meeting the demands of employers in the fast-developing Computing sector. You will benefit from our cutting-edge facilities, industry-experienced teaching staff, supportive environment and small class sized to provide a high quality, personal experience.

Our programme has been developed with industry leaders to build students' knowledge and skills in a range of subject; which may include networking, programming, hardware, web development, security, user interface and user experience design.*

Completion of a Computing Foundation Degree or a Computing HND is required to study this course.

The course opens up excellent career opportunities in roles including Computer Programmer, IT Specialist, Database Designer, Network Engineer, Systems Architect, Data Analyst, IT Security Analyst, Web Developer and more.

*Subject to change

Modules

Dissertation
Advanced Databases
Security and Countermeasures
Graphics and visualisation
Operating systems and platforms

Assessment method

Assessment is made through a variety of methods, including written coursework, case studies providing solutions to computing problems, presentations, practical assessments, computer based tests and exams. Teaching methods are equally varied, including lectures, practical sessions, group work, tutorials and workshops. In addition substantial learning resources and support materials are available online VLE for use at home.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Bedford College

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 1 Years

Start dates

  • 09/2025

Apply by
29 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
DTT1
Institution code:
B23
Campus name:
Bedford College
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

Bedford College Group has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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How to apply

Apply by
29 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
DTT1
Institution code:
B23
Campus name:
Bedford College
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

We are unable to accept international students due to UKVI regulations.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 32 points

A level - EE - A*A*A*A*

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP - D*D*D*

T Level - P - D*

Completion of a Computing Foundation Degree or a Computing HND is required to study this course.

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9279Year 1
Northern Ireland£9279Year 1
Scotland£9279Year 1
Wales£9279Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Fees subject to change

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