--- title: "Foundation Degree Computing and Digital Futures (FdSc)" description: "Foundation Degree Computing and Digital Futures (FdSc) | Arden Uni" canonical: "https://ads.pr1.ops.ads.arden-prod01.arden.ac.uk/our-courses/undergraduate/computing-degrees/fdsc-computing-digital-futures" published: 2025-05-08 updated: 2026-08-26 author: "Arden University" --- # Foundation Degree Computing and Digital Futures (FdSc) ## Course details and modules **Build your digital career with a 2-year foundation degree** This Level 5 FdSc course gives you the tools to thrive in a wide range of computing and business roles. You’ll study practical skills alongside theoretical frameworks in areas like business intelligence, digital business, and user-centred systems. Our expert computing faculty keeps the course content updated to reflect industry trends—ensuring you’re learning the skills today’s employers want. **Flexible study with support** Delivered full-time via blended learning, the course is designed for flexibility. You’ll attend campus just one day per week, freeing up the rest of your time for independent study, work, or other responsibilities. This programme was developed to support students balancing their studies with career or life commitments. **Pathway to a full degree** Once you’ve completed your FdSc, you can progress to the final year (Level 6) of a related BSc degree to deepen your expertise and expand your career opportunities. ![Simon Henry](https://cdn.arden.ac.uk/s3fs-public/styles/quote_m/public/2022-04/Simon%20Henry%20%282%29.png) I’ve found that studying my degree online with Arden has given me a much more comprehensive foundation of knowledge around the topics I don’t often encounter in my work role, including financial decision-making, ethics and strategy. This knowledge will enable me to progress to more strategic roles in the future. Simon Henry MBA Online ### What you’ll learn You’ll study one core module per study block. Alongside this, you’ll also work on Learning for Life: Skills for Study in your first year and the Workplace Impact Project in your second year—both of which run across three blocks to support deeper learning and real-world application. ### Modules Level 4 Core Modules - Digital Skills for the Modern Workplace (30 credits) - Learning for Life: Skills for Study and Work (Computing) (30 credits) - Principles of Problem Solving and Programming (30 credits) - Web and Database Technologies (30 credits) Level 5 Core Modules - Business Intelligence (30 credits) - Digital Business Transformation (30 credits) - User Centred Design (30 credits) - Workplace Impact Project - Applied Work-Based Learning for Computing and Design (30 credits) ## Study options This course is available to study through Arden’s blended learning study mode. Daytime classes are available in London Holborn and Birmingham. #### How does it work? Our blended learning model combines the structure of in-person teaching with the flexibility of online learning. You’ll attend eight hours of timetabled classes in person one day per week at your chosen Arden campus—designed to free up the rest of your week for work or other responsibilities. You’ll also engage in around 25 hours of independent study each week via iLearn, our virtual learning environment. iLearn gives you access to all the resources you need, including recorded lectures, learning materials, and our Library Portal—an extensive digital library with thousands of journals, eBooks, and academic databases. Blended learning is the best option for students who prefer the structure of regular face to face classes with their tutor and fellow classmates, and is particularly suited to students who live within commuting or driving distance of one of our UK campuses. If you're a student from England who is enrolling on a blended learning course with Arden (based in one of our UK campuses) then you can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan and Maintenance Loan to help pay for your living expenses. You can find more information on our [fees and funding](https://arden.ac.uk/studying-with-us/fees-and-funding) page. If you're a student from Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland you can find information about obtaining a student loan to cover your costs from your student finance body. This course is also available to study full-time at our campus in Berlin, Germany, where you’ll have the opportunity to experience life as an international student in the heart of one of Europe’s most dynamic and historic cities. [Learn more about blended learning](https://arden.ac.uk/studying-with-us/blended-learning) ## Entry requirements At Arden University 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. ### Entry Requirements We welcome motivated learners from all backgrounds. Whether you're returning to education or just starting out, we’ll support you every step of the way. #### Standard entry: - Minimum 60 credits from Level 2/3 qualification (e.g., GCSE, A-Levels, BTECs, Access to HE, or equivalent) with a minimum of 15 credits at level 3) - Current professional C.V. #### Non-standard entry: - 2 years’ work experience in a relevant role (industry specific work experience or professional certificates) of which some must have been completed in the last 12 months. ### English language proficiency: - IELTS 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any component) or equivalent - Previous study in English may also be accepted ## Meet the faculty ![Dr. Lucy Atkinson, PhD, MA, BSc, FHEA, AFBALEAP](https://cdn.arden.ac.uk/s3fs-public/styles/quote_m/public/2023-08/LA.jpg) Lucy is the Director of the Centre of Academic Persistence at Arden University. Qualified with Bachelors, Masters and Doctor of Philosophy, Lucy is also an avid conference presenter, guest speaker and sharer of practice in the HE community. Lucy is an experienced senior leader of foundation year provision in a HE context working with different sizes of provision and subject-areas and previous award-winning ‘Lecturer of the Year’ at the University of Northampton in 2019. Lucy’s understanding of the diverse student needs allows her to implement relevant interventions when needed as well as offering suitable pastoral support. Dr. Lucy Atkinson, PhD, MA, BSc, FHEA, AFBALEAP Director of the Centre of Academic Persistence ## Career prospects related articles - [ Business and Management Articles ](https://arden.ac.uk/knowledge-base/subject-areas/business-and-management) - [ Career Advice ](https://arden.ac.uk/knowledge-base/career-advice) ### A future-ready qualification for the digital world This course equips you with cutting-edge computing knowledge, preparing you for roles across the digital and tech sectors. With a growing demand for professionals skilled in AI, data, and digital strategy, you’ll graduate ready to shape the future of business through technology. You’ll gain hands-on experience in modern computing areas like business intelligence, software development, and user-centred design—giving you the flexibility to follow a range of career paths, from software and web development to data analysis or digital consultancy. Upon graduation, you’ll also have the option to progress into a related degree to deepen your specialisation. ### Go beyond your degree with professional skills training You’ll have access to optional micro-credentials designed to boost both your academic performance and career readiness. #### Unlock Your Potential Career This career-focused micro-credential will help you develop key professional skills, including digital literacy, communication, and career management—giving you the tools to build a confident and sustainable career path. ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Article", "headline": "Foundation Degree Computing and Digital Futures (FdSc)", "description": "Foundation Degree Computing and Digital Futures (FdSc) | Arden Uni", "datePublished": "2025-05-08T12:04:02+01:00", "dateModified": "2026-08-26T20:00:03+01:00", "author": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Arden University" }, "mainEntityOfPage": "https://ads.pr1.ops.ads.arden-prod01.arden.ac.uk/our-courses/undergraduate/computing-degrees/fdsc-computing-digital-futures" } ```