WHAT MAKES ULTIMEKA SPECIAL?
Education for everyone, everywhere
Whether you're constrained by location, cost, time, or other life commitments, we're passionate about giving you access to higher education that fits into your busy, modern life.
You decide how and where to study
We offer a wide range of flexible undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in both our online and blended study modes.
Full support both online and on-site
We're also proud to offer non-standard entry, meaning your work experience and previous qualifications are taken into account when assessing your application.
Strong focus on employability
You will gain in-depth subject knowledge and transferable skills that employers from a huge range of industries will value. Many of our courses at ULTIMEKA Academy are also accredited by leading professional bodies in the UK.
Course Overview
Studying computing with ULTIMEKA Academy means gaining the latest practical computing skills needed to meet the demands of today’s rapidly evolving computing sector. Our undergraduate course is designed to ensure you develop the expertise today’s employers are looking for.
Advanced computing skills are in high demand in today’s global job market, providing you with ample opportunities to fill industry gaps, specialise, and progress your career. That’s why we’ve structured your learning to give you a foundation for ongoing skills development.
What you’ll learn
Our BSc (Hons) Computing offers in-demand skills sought after in today’s tech industry. Our modules cover areas of computing such as programming (Java, Python, PHP), web development (HTML, CSS, Javascript), databases (MySQL), cloud computing, cyber security, data analysis, human-computer interaction, and computing ethics.
You can tailor the skills you learn by choosing between two curated pathways depending on your aspirations: a technical pathway and an information systems pathway.
Learn by doing
Many of our modules are ‘hands-on’ and designed to equip you with the practical skills you need for your career. Unlike many computing courses that lack real-world preparation, our programme focuses on practical, authentic assessments. As such, you’ll engage in coding, database creation, web document development, data analysis, and working with cloud services before engaging in assessments that allow you to demonstrate these skills.
Course details and modules
Our award-winning curriculum has been designed to give you the modern skill set needed to start your career on the right footing.
Your modules take a hands-on approach to provide you with transferable real-world skills for your future. You’ll have the opportunity to master coding, database and web document creation, data analysis, cloud computing, IT project management, systems analysis soft skills, and more.
Just some of the fascinating modules available on this course include:
Data Mining
In the modern workplace and wider society, data reigns supreme. Learn how to manipulate and visualise data to make informed business decisions across various sectors. Develop skills in Python, one of the most popular programming languages in data science.
Web Application Development
Today, applications are as likely to run in a web browser as on a desktop. Showcase your ability to create interactive web-based systems by combining the diverse skills you’ve acquired in databases, programming, web design, and user experience.
Ethics, Quality and Sustainability in Technological Environments
Examine the dilemmas that IT practitioners face and explore the potential impacts of their decisions using current examples. Utilise ethical frameworks and professional codes of conduct relevant to IT professionals. Recent news events highlighting the impact of faulty computer systems underscore the importance of embedding ethical practices and behaviours throughout an organisation.
Modules
You have 2 years Only to complete this course.
- Introduction to Academic Skills and Professional Development (Core)
- Introduction to Computer Systems and Security (Core)
- Introduction to Databases (Core)
- Introduction to Programming (Core)
- Introduction to Web Authoring (Core)
- Productivity and Collaboration Tools for Learning and Work (Core)
- Human Computer Interaction (Core)
- Data Analytics and Visualisation (Core)
- IT Project Management (Core)
- Systems Analysis and Design (Core)
- Then choose either:
Technical route - Advanced Databases (Elective)
- Object Oriented Programming (Elective)
or
Information Systems route - Digital Business (Elective)
- Ethics, Quality and Sustainability in Technological Environments (Elective)
- Data Mining (Core)
- Managing Innovation and Change (Core)
- Computing Project (Core)
- Then choose either
Technical route - Distributed and Cloud Computing (Elective)
- Web Application Development (Elective)
or
Information Systems route - Information Security Management (Elective)
- Technology Entrepreneurship (Elective)
Study options
The course is also available to students via Our platform This gives you the convenience of being able to study from anywhere in the UK or worldwide, providing you with the same high standards of teaching but with lower tuition fees.
Online learning
How does it work?
Studying this course online gives you the ultimate in convenience. You can enrol with ULTIMEKA Academy from anywhere in the world and study your degree from the comfort of home, without the requirement to attend classes in a physical location.
Our online students study their degree through our platform which provides everything you need to study at The academy. It offers an integrated virtual learning experience, including your virtual classroom, lecture theatre, and access to our Library Portal. The portal includes an extensive digital library including thousands of journal titles, eBooks, and academic and industry databases which you can use to research your assignments and projects.
It’s also integrated with Zoom, making it easier to chat with your course tutor during your scheduled seminar sessions. You can even integrate our study materials into your Kindle, making it possible to study wherever you have you Kindle handy.
Studying online doesn’t mean studying alone. As well as receiving regular feedback and guidance from your course tutor, you’ll be studying with likeminded students who you can meet with through our Academy community, and you’ll have access to community message boards to discuss your course and the topics being raised within it. We’ve even set up community boards embedded into each of the course modules so you can have discussions with your tutor and classmates on the topics you’re currently learning.
Entry requirements
At ULTIMEKA Academy we consider applications on a case by case basis. If you have significant work experience, have qualifications you have gained elsewhere, or a degree or qualification that isn’t a clear pathway to this degree – we are more than happy to discuss your application.
Eligibility
To be eligible to study this degree, we need to see that you have:
- High School Diploma
- Two subjects at GCE A-Level or equivalent, plus passes at grade C or above in three subjects at GCSE level or equivalent; or
- If you don’t currently hold the above qualifications, we also offer this course with a foundation year which is designed for students who need extra support when starting their degree course.
We also usually ask you for a personal statement that demonstrates your motivations to study the course. We may also want references and evidence of relevant work experience.
English proficiency
- IELTS 5.5 (no less than 5.5 in any element) or equivalent
- Alternatively, evidence you have previously studied in English; a letter to show that the Medium of Instruction was in English can be accepted
We also offer an internal English test for applicants.
Before you start studying
Whilst you can read your study materials on your smart phone or tablet, to make the most of your learning experience, you will need access to a laptop or computer (we recommend one running the latest version of Windows), and a good stable internet connection.
Career prospects
The ever-evolving nature of technology ensures a continuous demand for skilled computing professionals, offering our graduates a wide range of fulfilling and lucrative career paths to choose from.
- Average Salary for a Web Developer in the UK is £42,666
- Average Salary for a Data Analyst in the UK is £43,569
- Average Salary for a Cloud Engineer in the UK is £65,603
(sourced from Reed Salary Tracker on 3rd April 2024)
What will I gain from this degree?
IT, data mining, cloud computing, and programming skills are in high demand all over the world. CompTIA’s “State of the Tech Workforce U.K.” reports that organisations are projected to employ approximately 2.06 million tech workers in 2023.
Through our programme, you’ll gain:
- In-demand skills that enhance your employability and readiness for the workforce.
- A variety of soft skills, including problem-solving, critical thinking, and presentation abilities, which are invaluable for your future career.
- A portfolio to showcase your projects and accomplishments to potential employers.
- Hands-on experience across various modern computing areas, curated from our carefully selected modules.
What can I do after Graduation ?
Your computing degree with ULTIMEKA Academy sets you up for any number of possible career paths after graduation. Here are just some of the professions you could go on to explore:
Technical roles:
- Programming/Coding
- Software
- Development/Engineering
- Web Design
- Data Analysis
- Database Administration
- Cybersecurity and Risk Management
Information Systems roles:
- Product Management
- IT Management
- Web Analytics
- Consultancy
- Technical Recruitment
- IT Support Specialisms
