Information Technology
General IT, networking, web design, e-commerce and advanced IT study.
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Computing, software and digital skills.
Explore programmes across Information Technology, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence and Cyber Security, with pathways from introductory study through to Level 7.
The School of Computing brings together practical technology education and academic progression within one specialist School.
Students can build knowledge across information technology, networking, web technologies, artificial intelligence, data science and cyber security.
With programmes available at different levels, learners can identify an appropriate starting point and develop towards advanced study and professional technology pathways.
Develop practical technical capability alongside academic understanding.
Select a study area and move directly to the programmes below. Every course remains visible, making it easy to compare levels and choose a pathway.
General IT, networking, web design, e-commerce and advanced IT study.
Explore IT programmes →Data, Python, analytics, machine learning, AI and advanced digital technologies.
Explore Data & AI →Cyber risk, network security, investigations, cryptography and security management.
Explore Cyber programmes →Compare programmes by area and level. Each card gives a clear route to the full programme page so prospective students can make a decision quickly.
Build technical capability across computing systems, networking, web technologies, e-commerce, programming and advanced IT study.
Level 3
IT
Introduction to computer systems, coding, networks, websites, mobile communications and cyber security.
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Level 4
IT
IT ethics, mathematics for IT, operating systems, databases, networking and programming.
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Level 4
Networking
Focused study in logical and physical networking environments.
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Level 4
Web
Develop web programming, interface and digital design capability.
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Level 4
E-commerce
Explore digital commerce and technology used in online business.
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Level 5
IT
Network security, C#.NET programming, system administration and technopreneurship.
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Level 5
Web
Higher-level web technology and digital development study.
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Level 5
Networking
Advanced networking, routing, switching and administration.
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Level 5
E-commerce
Advanced digital commerce and technology-focused business study.
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Level 5
Advanced
Extended networking and cyber security study across Level 4 and Level 5 topics.
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Level 5
Advanced
A broader advanced IT route covering key Level 4 and Level 5 areas.
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Level 5
Advanced
Extended IT and e-commerce study across technical and business topics.
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Level 5
Advanced
Extended study in networking, routing, switching and administration.
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Level 7
Advanced
Advanced study in networks, data analytics, databases, information systems and computing projects.
View Programme →Study data, Python, analytics, machine learning, AI systems and advanced data-focused technologies.
Level 3
Data
Data science, Python, visualisation, analytics, machine learning and modern data methods.
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Level 4
AI
AI foundations, machine learning, Python, big data, deep learning and AI ethics.
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Level 5
AI
Advanced machine learning, NLP, computer vision and human-AI interaction.
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Level 7
Data
Advanced data-focused study for progression into specialist technical environments.
View Programme →Progress from introductory cyber security through network security, digital investigations, incident response and advanced security management.
Level 2
Beginner
Hacking concepts, cyber attacks, data law, mobile security and cyber solutions.
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Level 3
Cyber
Develop core understanding of cyber security operations and management.
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Level 4
Cyber
Threat and risk, network security, database security, incident response and forensics.
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Level 5
Cyber
Cryptography, digital investigations, incident management and strategic leadership.
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Level 5
Extended
A wider cyber security pathway covering Level 4 and Level 5 study.
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Level 7
Advanced
Advanced cyber security, network and systems security, risk and professional applications.
View Programme →Study, professional confidence, community and achievement all contribute to the wider learner experience at LBBC.
Build knowledge of computing, digital systems and technologies.
Develop problem-solving and analytical capability.
Use technical knowledge within practical contexts.
Build towards advanced study and professional technology roles.
Progression can move from introductory and diploma study into advanced Level 7 pathways, subject to programme entry requirements.
Computing qualifications can support development towards a wide range of technology-focused roles.
Compare programmes above or speak with LBBC Admissions about the most suitable pathway.