Year 1 – Level 4
Databases and Computer Networks Compulsory
Fundamentals of Computer Science Compulsory
Mathematics and Concepts for Computational Thinking Compulsory
Principles of Programming and Data Structures Compulsory
Year 2 – Level 5
Concepts and Technologies of Artificial Intelligence Compulsory
Desktop Applications Development and Software Engineering Compulsory
Object Oriented Programming and Software Engineering Compulsory
Operational Information Security Management Compulsory
Systems Development and Modern Database Practices Optional
Web Technologies and Platforms Optional
Year 3 – Level 6
Comparative Integrated Systems Compulsory
Research Methodologies and Emerging Technologies Compulsory
Social and Professional Project Management Compulsory
Undergraduate Project Compulsory

You are assessed in a variety of ways. The majority of units are assessed through coursework, group and individual projects, portfolios, essays, presentations or exams. You will also produce software artefacts in the area of your specialism. Constant feedback and advice from a supervisory or unit team will be provided to support you in your work.

At level 4 you are assessed on your understanding of the fundamental concepts of Computer Science and its application. You are required to comprehend the basic range of intellectual concepts which form the foundations of the subject and application area, and will be assessed on your ability to articulate such concepts in a coherent manner, in a variety of written assessments/written briefs. For example, there will be time constraint programming assignments as well as multiple choice tests.

At level 5 you are assessed on your ability to apply the basic concepts of the disciplines introduced in level 4 to existing controversies and issues on which there is already a body of research and critical opinion. You also should be able to demonstrate the inter-relationships between critical theory and practice. For example, the units `Concepts of AI and `Object Oriented Programming and Software Engineering will further your understanding of software paradigms. Also new concepts (such as Computer Security) are introduced.

At level 6 you will be required to demonstrate independent thinking and initiative. This may be in the form of analysing and criticising current approaches and theory within software engineering and programme development. In all cases, you will be expected to show an awareness of the major theories and practices of the discipline. You will progress from well-defined briefs to more open-ended and challenging assessments, which culminate in the honours project where you will be given freedom to choose your area of work.

The University of Bedfordshire fee will be directly payable to the university on the given deadline which will be communicated to the student in the Acceptance Letter when the student successfully secures a place in the programme. The fee will be due annually for the duration of the degree.

IVY fee will be charged on a semester-wise basis. There will be two semesters in one academic year, starting in January and September of each year. Contact the admissions team at your nearest IVY campus:

Rawalpindi Phone Number +92 323 9599 955
Islamabad Phone Number +92 301 5999 321
Lahore Phone Number +92 321 4264 748
Faisalabad Phone Number +92 309 5555 459

We have a limited number of scholarships which we offer to different students on the basis of the categories they fall into. Fee waivers are offered on first-come-first-serve basis. Please access the Scholarship Policy and Form for further details.

This degree will prepare you with a range of transferable skills that will allow you to understand an organisation at all levels, so you can eventually decide where in the business ecosystem you fit best.

You’ll gain a wide range of IT, data management and programming skills by completing this course. Better still, you’ll develop your computing knowledge alongside a broader range of business skills that employers are looking for – including communication, teamwork and problem-solving. Which means you’ll be ready to take on your first role with confidence. Whilst studying, you’ll:

Demonstrate you can apply your knowledge and skills to solve real-world problems
Develop confident communication skills and be ready to use these in a business setting
Gain deep knowledge in your chosen specialist area – whether that’s e-Commerce systems or programming
Collaborate with others nationally and even globally to work on projects and share ideas
Understand the latest developments in computing and how these can benefit businesses
Develop the study habits and practices to become a lifelong learner

Whether you’re interested in web development or systems design, the flexibility of the skills and knowledge you’ll gain during your computing degree course means your options are open to choose the route that works best for you. Graduates of our BSc Computing degree have gone on to roles such as:

Software development
Software engineering
Programmers/coders

On completing this course, you are well-placed to develop your academic knowledge by pursuing the following:

Post-graduate study in a Computer Science related topic
Research degrees

The programme is taught using face-to-face learning. Students will have access to IVY resources as well as University of Bedfordshire BREO/VLE to complete their studies/modules. Support will be provided by local and link tutors at IVY and UOB.