BSc (Hons) Computing top-up.

A Level 5 diploma or HND in computing is two thirds of a BSc. Study the final year online, around your job, and graduate with a BSc (Hons) Computing from Arden University: data, cloud, security and a project of your own. £5,500 over twelve months, up to 70% back from Malta.

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BSc (Hons) ComputingBachelor’s degree · Level 6

What do you hold today?

You need a Level 5 diploma or HND in computing that covered web design, databases, programming and networking, plus a short personal statement.

What you hold
You qualify

You can join the final year.

Four core modules, two electives, one year. Arden asks for a short personal statement with your application.

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Arden reads the transcript, not just the title.

If your HND covers the ground in a different order, or you have years in IT, send it over. Applications are assessed individually.

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Start one step earlier

Start with one of our Level 5 IT diplomas.

IT and Computing, IT and Networking, IT and E-Commerce or Cyber Security. Online, no exams, no deadlines, from €220 a month, and each leads into this top-up.

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English: if your previous study was taught in English, you will not need a test. Otherwise IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

One year. Six modules. Four core, two you choose.

The final year of the BSc: four core modules and two electives, covering data, cloud, security and a substantial computing project. Tools and languages include Python, PHP, MySQL, HTML and CSS.

It takes one to two years. You have up to three.

Level 6

  1. 01

    Data Mining (core)

    Extracting insight from data: methods for finding patterns and turning them into decisions.

  2. 02

    Distributed & Cloud Computing (core)

    How modern systems are built and run across distributed and cloud infrastructure.

  3. 03

    Information Security Management (core)

    Managing information security in an organisation: threats, controls, governance and response.

  4. 04

    Computing Project (core)

    A substantial individual project carrying your computing skills through design, build and evaluation.

  5. 05

    Technology Entrepreneurship (elective)

    One of two electives studied alongside the core modules: taking a technology idea toward a viable venture.

  6. 06

    Web Application Development (elective)

    One of two electives studied alongside the core modules. Availability is subject to evidence of relevant prior learning on your academic transcript.

A computing degree for £5,500. Paid monthly. Up to 70% back.

  1. 1The price£5,500For the whole degree

    One fee, the whole degree.

  2. 2How you pay£458a monthTwelve monthly payments, no interest

    Plan set out in Arden’s offer letter.

  3. 3When you finishup to70%backMalta refunds most of the £5,500

    Refunded as a tax credit through Malta’s Get Qualified Scheme. We do the claim with you.

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What you graduate with

A UK BSc in computing.

The full BSc (Hons) Computing, awarded by Arden University. A UK bachelor’s degree at Level 6.

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Arden UniversityThis is to certify thatYour name herehas been awarded the degree ofBachelor of Science with HonoursComputingBSc (Hons)

Career paths a computing degree opens.

  • Software Development
  • Programming
  • Web Design
  • Data Analysis
  • Database Administration
  • Cybersecurity and Risk Management
  • Product Management
  • IT Management
  • Web Analytics
  • Consultancy

The master’s comes next.

A BSc admits you to Level 7. With us that is the Postgraduate Diploma in Business Strategic Management, then the MBA top-up. Online, around work.

  1. 3Level 7 · Master’sMBATop-up, one year
  2. 2Level 7 · PostgraduatePostgraduate Diploma in Business Strategic ManagementOnline, around work
  3. 1Level 6 · Bachelor’sBSc (Hons) ComputingYou are here

Who you are dealing with.

Arden University teaches and awards the BSc. Elephant & Cross looks after enrolment and support in Malta.

The university

Arden University

A UK university that teaches this degree entirely online, through its own platform. Learning resources on this course are aligned with industry vendors including Oracle, Microsoft, Cisco and Amazon, and applicants are considered on work experience as well as qualifications.

Your support in Malta

Elephant & Cross

Online UK qualifications for working adults in Malta, based in Sliema since 2021. Founded by Andrew Critien and Luca Cachia. About 95% of our students work full time. Your course advisor replies the same day, handles your enrolment, and fills in the Get Qualified claim with you when you finish.

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Still wondering?

What developers and IT staff ask before they enrol.

What does “top-up” actually mean?

The final year of a bachelor’s degree, on its own. Your Level 5 qualification counts as the first two years, so you join at year three and graduate with the full BSc (Hons).

Is it a real degree?

Yes. A BSc (Hons) Computing from Arden University, a UK university. The award is Arden’s own, and carries no note of where the earlier years were done.

What tools and languages will I work with?

Programming, web development, databases, cloud computing, cyber security and data analysis, using tools and languages such as Python, PHP, MySQL, HTML and CSS.

How long does it take?

You have one to three years.

What if my HND is not an exact match?

Arden University considers applications case by case. A personal statement is required, and references or evidence of relevant experience may be requested.

Do I need an English test?

Not if your previous study was taught in English. If it was not, Arden asks for IELTS 6.0 with no element below 5.5, or an equivalent.

When can I start?

Intakes run several times a year. We confirm the next one when you get in touch.

When does the Get Qualified scheme end?

It has no end date. The scheme was relaunched in April 2026 with no closing date: you apply within 12 months of finishing, and the tax credit can be used over 15 years.

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