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Students
Tuition Fee
GBP 17,500
Per year
Start Date
2025-09-01
Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
36 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Computer Science | Cybersecurity | Software Development
Area of study
Information and Communication Technologies
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
GBP 17,500
Intakes
Program start dateApplication deadline
2025-01-01-
2025-09-01-
About Program

Program Overview


Study with us

Courses

  • Undergraduate
  • Postgraduate
  • Postgraduate research
  • College courses and apprenticeships
  • Short courses and CPD
  • Degree apprenticeships
  • Distance learning at ARU

Apply

  • How to apply - undergraduate
  • How to apply - postgraduate taught
  • How to apply - college courses
  • Admissions process
  • Interviews, auditions and portfolios

Discover

  • Open Days
  • Teaching excellence
  • Schools and colleges
  • ARU in the community

Writtle College

  • College courses and apprenticeships

Student life

Explore

  • Our campuses
  • Accommodation
  • Open Days
  • School and College taster days

Prepare

  • Student finance
  • Money advice and support
  • Choosing where to live: campus or home
  • Before you get here
  • Welcome Week for university students
  • Induction Week for college students
  • Starting your course
  • Information for parents

Support

  • Careers and employability
  • World-class facilities
  • Health and wellbeing
  • Study skills
  • Disability and neurodiversity support
  • Information and support for specific student groups

Experience

  • ARU Students’ Union
  • Sport
  • Global opportunities
  • Learn a language
  • Anglia Ruskin Enterprise Academy (AREA)

International

Studying at ARU

  • Courses for international students
  • Opportunities for visiting international students
  • International student support
  • English language support
  • Global partnerships

Applying to ARU

  • How to apply
  • Entry requirements
  • Important dates and deadlines
  • Fees, funding and scholarships
  • Immigration
  • Information by region
  • Contact the International Office
  • Information for EU/EEA and Swiss students

Arriving at ARU

  • Before you arrive
  • Planning your travel
  • International Orientation Programme

Research

Postgraduate research

  • Postgraduate research
  • Types of degrees we offer
  • How to apply for a research programme
  • Postgraduate research student finance
  • Postgraduate research degree enquiries

Why research at ARU?

  • Why research at ARU?
  • Why do a research degree at ARU?
  • Health, Performance and Wellbeing
  • Safe and Inclusive Communities
  • Sustainable Futures

Impact and case studies

  • Impact and case studies
  • Research news
  • Research Excellence Framework

Institutes and centres

  • Our research institutes and centres

Business and employers

Develop your business

  • Funding opportunities
  • Innovation and business support
  • Arise Innovation Hubs
  • Conference and meeting room hire

Develop your people

  • Short courses and CPD
  • Degree Apprenticeships for employers
  • PhDs at work

Student and graduate talent

  • Access our student and graduate talent
  • Advertise graduate jobs and internships
  • Making social impact - SHoKE
  • Work with students on business projects
  • Work placements for ARU students

Case studies and news

  • Working with ARU – Case studies
  • Contact us and sign up for our newsletter

Alumni and supporters

Recent graduates

  • Your graduation ceremony
  • College celebration events

Alumni

  • Alumni stories
  • Alumni benefits and services
  • Career development
  • Opportunities for alumni to get involved

Supporters

  • Support ARU
  • Supporting our people
  • Ways to give

News

Events at ARU

About us

Legal

  • Governance
  • Writtle College governance

History and values

  • ARU in the community
  • Our history
  • Our vision and values
  • Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
  • Sustainability
  • New Spaces

Jobs

  • Jobs at ARU

Computing

Course options

  • 3 years
  • 4 years with foundation year
  • 4 years with placement
  • 5 years with foundation and placement

Key facts

  • STUDY OPTIONS 3 years
  • START DATES January
  • LOCATION ARU Peterborough
  • ENTRY UCAS code: I118
  • FEES
    • £9,535 UK students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)
    • £17,500 International students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)

Teaching and assessment

Year 1

  • Programming Fundamentals
  • Relational Database Development Fundamentals
  • Computer Systems and Networking Fundamentals
  • Web Development Fundamentals
  • Into ARU

Year 2

  • Object Oriented Programming Design and Development
  • Becoming an IT Professional
  • Machine Learning and AI Fundamentals
  • Team Based Project
  • Digital Forensics and the Digital Footprint
  • Ruskin Module (15 credits)

Year 3

  • Computing Major Project
  • Developing Legacy Software Systems
  • Future Tech and Development
  • Advanced Networking
  • Ethical Hacking

Facilities

  • eXtended Reality Peterborough, an immersive teaching suite
  • computing suites equipped with all the hardware and software you’ll need throughout your course
  • reading room, student services and multifaith prayer rooms.

Careers

  • database administrator
  • network administrator
  • cybersecurity analyst

Entry requirements

  • 96 UCAS Tariff points
  • 5 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths.
  • If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.

Fees and paying for university

  • £9,535 UK students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)
  • £17,500 International students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)

Living costs

  • accommodation
  • bills
  • internet, mobile phone and calls
  • travel
  • food and drink
  • socialising and going out
  • study materials.

Scholarships and bursaries

  • ARU scholarships and bursaries
  • scholarships to international and European students

Apply

  • Apply through UCAS
  • Apply direct

Life in Peterborough

  • Study in the heart of Peterborough, a historic yet thriving city that's a great home for students.
  • ARU Peterborough is easily accessible by public transport, making it ideal for you to live and study locally.

Program Outline

Outline:


Year 1

  • Programming Fundamentals
  • Relational Database Development Fundamentals
  • Computer Systems and Networking Fundamentals
  • Web Development Fundamentals

Year 2

  • Object Oriented Programming Design and Development
  • Becoming an IT Professional
  • Machine Learning and AI Fundamentals
  • Team Based Project
  • Digital Forensics and the Digital Footprint
  • Ruskin Module (15 credits)

Year 3

  • Computing Major Project
  • Developing Legacy Software Systems
  • Future Tech and Development

Careers:

  • Database administrator
  • Network administrator
  • Cybersecurity analyst

Tuition Fees and Payment Information:


UK students starting 2023/24 (full-time, per year)

  • £9,250

International students starting 2023/24 (full-time, per year)

  • £15,000

UK students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year)

  • £9,250

International students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year)

  • £16,700

Payment:

  • You can pay your fees upfront, in full or in two instalments.
  • We will ask for a deposit of £4,000 or a sponsorship letter.
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Overview:

Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is a global university with students from 185 countries. It is known for its innovative and entrepreneurial approach to education and research. ARU has been recognized as the Times Higher Education University of the Year 2023 and has received a Gold award for the quality of its education in the Teaching Excellence Framework.


Services Offered:


Student Life and Campus Experience:

The context mentions that ARU is committed to creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for students, staff, and communities. It also highlights the university's focus on providing outstanding facilities and opportunities for student growth.


Key Reasons to Study There:

    Ambition:

    ARU is academically ambitious for its students and strives to provide high-quality education.

    Excellence:

    ARU is ranked in the top 15% of universities in the UK for graduate employment and has been recognized for its excellence in education, social work, and sports science.

    Collaboration:

    ARU fosters collaboration between students, businesses, and partners, and its courses are recognized by industry and professionally accredited.

    Impact:

    ARU conducts impactful research that addresses pressing issues and makes a difference in the community.

    Enterprise:

    ARU encourages entrepreneurship and provides mentorship, support, and start-up funding through the Anglia Ruskin Enterprise Academy.

    Enthusiasm:

    ARU's can-do attitude and infectious enthusiasm set it apart from other universities.

Academic Programs:

The context mentions that ARU offers a wide range of courses, including undergraduate, postgraduate, postgraduate research, college courses, apprenticeships, short courses, and distance learning programs. It also highlights the university's commitment to providing career-ready graduates.


Other:

The context mentions that ARU has campuses in Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough, and Writtle. It also highlights the university's commitment to sustainability, equality, diversity, and inclusion.

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Admission Requirements

Entry requirements:

  • Main
  • 96 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels (or equivalent). 5 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths. If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.

Important additional notes

  • Our published entry requirements are a guide only and our decision will be based on your overall suitability for the course as well as whether you meet the minimum entry requirements.
  • Other equivalent qualifications may be accepted for entry to this course; please email answers@aru.ac.uk for further information.
  • Applicants to undergraduate courses can also check our information about undergraduate entry qualifications.
  • You'll need a computer and reliable internet access to successfully engage with your course.
  • We don't accept AS level qualifications on their own for entry to our undergraduate degree courses.
  • However for some degree courses a small number of tariff points from AS levels are accepted as long as they're combined with tariff points from A levels or other equivalent level 3 qualifications in other subjects.

Additional information for EU and international students


International students

We welcome applications from international and EU students, and accept a range of international qualifications.


See international and EU entry requirements


See information about application deadlines

You'll need a computer and reliable internet access to successfully engage with your course.


English language requirements

If English is not your first language, you'll need to make sure you meet our English language requirements for undergraduate courses. Check the section 'Standard entry requirements' for IELTS requirements for this course. Improving your English language skills If you don't meet our English language requirements, we offer a range of courses which could help you achieve the level required for entry onto a degree course. We also provide our own English Language Proficiency Test (ELPT) in the UK and overseas. To find out if we are planning to hold an ELPT in your country, contact our country managers.

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