Applied Computer Science (Top-Up)

Upgrade your tech knowledge with hands-on experience, cutting-edge tools and specialisations from AI to cyber security.

Our BSc (Hons) Applied Computer Science (Top Up) course is an exciting opportunity to progress your qualification and gain a full honours degree. You’ll gain hands-on experience in our cutting-edge labs, using industry-standard tools from Microsoft and VMware. Additionally, you’ll develop technical and teamwork skills while becoming a creative problem-solver who's aware of social, moral and ethical issues relating to the impact of computers on our lives. This top-up degree opens pathways to careers in software development, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and a wide range of other IT and computing fields.

Why ARU?
• Progress your current qualification to a BSc (Hons) in Applied Computer Science through this focused top-up programme.



• Study in the Silicon Fen, home to Apple, Microsoft, Samsung AI and many more – the perfect opportunity to connect with top employers.



• Bring the world of work to life through Live Briefs; designed and developed with regional employers, such as Redgate and Citisoft to give you exposure to ‘real world’ problem-solving.



• Engage with a curated selection of training materials, providing you with cutting-edge knowledge and skills that align with industry standards.



Careers
This course prepares you for a diverse range of IT careers by combining core computer science with specialisations like software development, cloud applications and network support.

You'll gain valuable technical and professional skills through hands-on projects, industry-informed modules, and employer engagement. With guest lectures, sponsored projects and the option to earn CCNA certification, you'll graduate well-prepared for the fast-moving tech industry and confident in your ability to thrive in the workplace.

Graduation doesn’t have to be the end of your time with us. You might decide to stay at ARU and study for a Masters, such as our MSc Computer Science or MSc Artificial Intelligence. Take advantage of our Alumni Scholarship and get 20% off your fees.

At ARU, you’ll be supported from day one with wellbeing services, money advice and careers guidance to help you through university and beyond.

Their courses are built around the skills and experience employers value. ARU are proud to be in the top 20% of UK universities for teaching quality (TEF 2023), and ranked #1 in the East of England, and #8 in the UK, for UG graduates in senior roles 15 months after gradudation (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2025). You'll have access to fantastic facilities thanks to £95m of investment - think SuperLabs, TV studios, law courts, mock hospital wards, gaming studios and more.

Wherever you're heading, ARU will help you get there.