Future-proof your career with a foundation in tech innovation
Studying the FdSc Computing and Digital Futures at Arden University gives you the essential skills and knowledge to succeed in today’s tech-driven world. This two-year foundation degree builds a strong understanding of areas such as artificial intelligence, digital strategy, technology management, and ethical computing—preparing you for the demands of modern business and computing environments.
Alongside core subject knowledge, you’ll develop vital academic and professional skills in critical thinking,research, and communication—ensuring you’re prepared not just for study, but for a successful career in technology. Whether you’re looking to launch your career in tech, specialise further, or progress onto a full BSc (Hons) degree, this course provides a practical and accessible pathway to your goals.
Why study this course?
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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.
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.
You’ll study two modules at a time. Most modules are delivered over a single study block, while your Learning for Life Skills for Study and Work (Level 4) and Workplace Impact Project (Level 5) span across three blocks for deeper application and integration.
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.
Our aim is to make learning as accessible as possible by ensuring that you can study in a flexible and convenient way. That's why we keep our requirements simple. All you need is a laptop or desktop PC (we recommend one running the latest version of Windows), and a good internet connection. Through ilearn, our online university campus in the cloud, you'll be able to access your course calendar, support services, learning materials, and our online library containing thousands of ebooks, as well as tools for creating assignments, keeping notes, and collaborating with other students on your course.
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.
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.
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.
You’ll have access to optional micro-credentials designed to boost both your academic performance and career readiness.
A short, practical series of workshops delivered in your first semester to maximise your study success:
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.
