BSc (Hons) Computing
About the Course
The BSc (Hons) Computing Programme is a course run in partnership with Leeds Beckett University, UK, that gives students the unique opportunity to gain a British degree from right here in Nepal.
The curriculum provides detailed knowledge of the key aspects of computing, from the forefront of the discipline - and gives students the ability to undertake computing projects at a professional standard, by the consistent application and review of development, management, and evaluation methods and techniques.
Students studying this course will gain highly sought-after skills in computer programming, database development, networking, website development, systems modelling, and computer security - which are vital for gaining entry into organisations which demand confident and technically equipped computing graduates.
This wide breadth of understanding enables students to be enterprising when devising and sustaining arguments, and further teaches them to solve problems using innovative ideas - by implementing learned techniques in a multicultural and globalised world.
These are vital skills for gaining entry into organisations which demand confident and technically equipped computing graduates.
Programme Objectives
- This course is equivalent to the BSc CSIT and BIT in Nepal.
- Work on real-world projects, focusing on specialist areas of the student’s choice - including web technology, network and communications, database and software development.
- Gain experience in co-operative working through group projects.
- Develop professional-level skills in technical and report writing, public speaking, and presenting.
- Graduate with the ability to independently undertake research and critically evaluate arguments, assumptions, abstract concepts, and data.
Programme Leader:
Rohit Pandey
Key Facts
- Duration: 4 years (including Foundation Level)
- Intake: Jan/Feb & Aug/Sept
- Awarded by: Leeds Beckett University
- Associate Dean: Arun Joshi
- Programme Leader: Rohit Pandey
Your Future
On completion of the programme students may proceed to a postgraduate course in a related subject area. The British College also has a number of industry links through which students can obtain placement opportunities. Alternately, our students will be fully equipped to create their own company or progress to a career in roles such as (but not limited to):
- Software Developer Or Engineer,
- Web Developer
- Database Developer Or Administrator And
- Network Architect And Technician
Entry Requirements
Foundation Programme
To qualify for the foundation programme you must have one of the following:
- 10+2/CBSE or equivalent
- 60% (GPA 2.4) or above aggregate score
- A Level (minimum 3.5 credits with 3 full credits)*
*Any other qualification must be approved by the Programme Leader before being accepted
Direct Entry:
- Pass TBC Foundation Programme
OR
- Overall 75% & above with a minimum of 70% in English or;
- 120 UCAS points with a Minimum of 96 points from 3 A Level subjects (Excluding General Studies)
AND
- 6.0 IELTS or equivalent (with no skill below 5.5)
*NOTE: This New Course Structure is only applicable for students of Cohort 2021/22 (Enrolled After September 2021)
The degree programme is comprised of a one year Foundation Year provided by University of the West of England (UWE) followed by a three-year degree validated by Leeds Beckett University.
What is Year 0 or Level 3?
Year 0 in The British College is a Foundation Year (Certificate to be awarded by The British College) that is designed to help students progress into BSc (Hons) Computing degree. The aim of this year is to: assist students to adapt to the UK style of learning, improve students' English ability, and introduce the necessary skills required for higher education.
Year 0 or Level 3 consists of 8 modules.
Level 3: TBC-UWE International Foundation Programme* (Year 0/L3)
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| Academic English & Effective Communication | 15 credits | Academic English and Effective Communication | 15 credits |
| Mathematics for Computing | 15 credits | Fundamentals of Multimedia | 15 credits |
| Introduction to Programming | 15 credits | Fundamentals of Data Science | 15 credits |
| Computer Fundamentals and Network | 15 credits | Internet Technologies | 15 credits |
*The International Foundation Programme is awarded by University of the West of England (UWE, Bristol).
Note: Academic English and Effective Communication is a double credit module that will be studied in both semesters.
After the Foundation Year, students will be registered with Leeds Beckett University, the programme can be completed entirely in Kathmandu, however, transfers to Leeds are also possible for interested students.
Year 1 or Level 4 consists of 6 core modules totalling 120 credits
Level 4: TBC - LBU Pathway Programme (Year 1/L4)
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| Fundamentals of Computer Science | 20 credits | Object-Oriented Programming | 20 credits |
| Computing Systems | 20 credits | Fundamentals of Databases | 20 credits |
| Fundamentals of Computer Programming | 20 credits | Computer Communications | 20 credits |
Level 5: TBC - LBU Programme (Year 2/L5)
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| Digital Security Landscapes (Optional) | 20 credits | Logical Programming for Engineers | 20 credits |
| Database Systems (Optional) | 20 credits | Computer Network Architectures | 20 credits |
| Web Application and Technology (Optional) | 20 credits | Team Project | 20 credits |
| Operating System in Practice | 20 credits | ||
| Software Systems Development | 20 credits | ||
Level 6: TBC - LBU Programme (Year 2/L5)
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| Advanced Software Development | 20 credits | Applied Data Analytics | 20 credits |
| Cloud Computing Development (Optional) | 20 credits | Developing Mobile Applications (Optional) | 20 credits |
| Advanced Web Engineering (Optional) | 20 credits | Human-Computer Interaction (Optional) | 20 credits |
| Advanced Database Systems (Optional) | 20 credits | Advanced Systems Analysis and Design (Optional) | 20 credits |
| Production Project | 20 credits | Production Project | 20 credits |
Note: All students take the Production Project with two optional modules in each semester.
The degree programme is comprised of a one-year Foundation Year provided by The British College followed by a three-year degree validated by Leeds Beckett University.
What is Year 0 or Level 3?
Year 0 in The British College is a Foundation Year that is designed to help students progress into BSc (Hons) Computing degree. The aim of this year is to: assist students adapt to the UK style of learning, improve students' English ability, and introduce the necessary skills required for higher education.
Year 0 or Level 3 consists of 8 modules.
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| Academic English | 15 credits | Fundamentals of Multimedia | 15 credits |
| Study Skills | 15 credits | Object Oriented Programming | 15 credits |
| Introduction to Programming | 15 credits | Mathematics for Computing | 15 credits |
| Computer Fundamentals and Network | 15 credits | Internet Technologies | 15 credits |
Year 1 or Level 4 consists of 6 core modules totaling 120 credits
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| Programming | 20 credits | Databases | 20 credits |
| Systems Development | 20 credits | Web Development | 20 credits |
| Computing Systems | 20 credits | Developing Computing Professionals | 20 credits |
Year 2 or Level 5 consists of 4 core, 1 elective and 1 team project totaling 120 credits
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| Internet Systems Development | 20 credits | Networking Principles | 20 credits |
| Software Development | 20 credits | Plus ONE Option Module | 20 credits |
| Database Application | 20 credits | Team Project | 20 credits |
Year 3 or Level 6, which totals 120 credits, has 8 modules. However students must choose one A & B pair of core modules (20 Credits each). Study a further two elective modules (20 Credits each) and a production project (40 Credits).
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
| Advanced Databases A | 20 credits | Advanced Databases B | 20 credits |
| OR | |||
| Advanced Internet Development A | 20 credits | Advanced Internet Development B | 20 credits |
| OR | |||
| Advanced Software Engineering A | 20 credits | Advanced Software Engineering B | 20 credits |
| OR | |||
| Human Computer Interaction (Elective) | 20 credits | Digital Security (Elective) | 20 credits |
| OR | |||
| IT Systems Strategy (Elective) | 20 credits | Emerging Technologies (Elective) | 20 credits |
| Production Project | 40 credits | ||
After the Foundation Year, students will be registered with Leeds Beckett, the programme can be completed entirely in Kathmandu, however, transfers to Leeds are also possible for interested students.
