Our employment-focused Computing degree is designed to equip you with a broad understanding of many computing principles and build skills in programming, database management, web development, and software engineering. This will enable you to explore which part of the diverse IT industry you want to kick-start your career in.
You'll explore various areas of computing, such as computer networks, cyber security, data analytics, and artificial intelligence. You'll also gain hands-on experience through internships, research opportunities and final year projects.
You'll spend lots of time in our dedicated computing suite, learning on industry-standard equipment and software on a course that we co-created with employers, so you can be confident that you'll graduate with the attributes that are in demand within the sector.
How long do you want your degree to take?
When do you want your degree to start?
The first year of your extended course is a foundation year, designed to prepare you for degree-level study. The foundation year offers the support and teaching you need to excel, such as small class sizes, 12 contact hours per week and continual feedback to keep you on the right track.
The course modules are a combination of subject-focused topics relevant to your chosen ExploreX degree and a literacy module that develops the skills and capabilities you will need throughout your degree studies.
You'll be assessed through a variety of methods including practical coding assignments, written reports, presentations, and examinations. The course emphasizes hands-on learning with real-world projects that allow you to demonstrate your technical skills and problem-solving abilities.
Foundation year entry requirements:
English Language Requirements:
If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 5.5 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification.
£9,535
per year (2025/26)
If you're a UK student, you don't need the money to pay for university now.
You can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan to cover your course fees.
£17,500
per year (2025/26)
International students can pay fees upfront or in instalments.
We require a deposit of £4,000 or a sponsorship letter.
£9,535 - UK students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)
If you're a UK student, you don't need the money to pay for university now. If you accept an offer to study at university, you can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan to cover your course fees.
Both full-time and part-time students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan. Part-time students should be studying more than a quarter (25% intensity) of a full-time course each year.
You'll start repaying the loan in the April after you graduate.
If you start a course on or after 1 August 2023, you won't repay anything until you earn more than £25,000. This is called repayment Plan 5. At this point, you'll repay 9% on everything you earn over £25,000. After 40 years (from the April after graduation), all remaining debt is wiped.
For example for students who are on repayment Plan 5:
If you earn £25,500, you'll repay £45 a year or £3.75 a month. That's because £25,500 is £500 above the threshold, and 9% of £500 is £45.
What you repay depends on how much you earn after university. The more you earn, the more you pay back.
If you're interested in database management, you could pursue a career as a database administrator, responsible for managing and maintaining databases to ensure that they are efficient, reliable, and secure. Or, as a network administrator, you would be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining computer networks.
Alternatively, if you're interested in cybersecurity, you could look into a career as a cybersecurity analyst, responsible for protecting computer networks and systems from security threats and breaches.
These are just a few of the many potential career paths available to computing graduates. With the ever-growing importance of technology in today's world, a degree in Computing can provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in a variety of exciting and rewarding careers.
Graduation doesn't have to be the end of your time with us. You might decide to stay at ExploreX and study for a Masters. We offer a range of postgraduate degrees in computing-related fields.
You'll learn a variety of programming languages throughout the course, including but not limited to Python, Java, JavaScript, SQL, and HTML/CSS. The exact languages may vary based on industry trends and module choices.
Our placement year option allows you to spend up to nine months working for an organisation, developing your skills and gaining valuable work experience. Our Placements Team is here to help you secure a placement with one of our industry partners.
You'll have access to our dedicated computing suite with industry-standard equipment and software, including high-performance computers, networking labs, and specialized software for cybersecurity, game development, and data analysis.
ExploreX Computing Department,
Tech Campus,
London E1 1HL
