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UndergraduateCertificate of Higher Education

Computing and Engineering (T47)

Open University
None, Unknown
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2 yearsDuration
£7,428Per Year (Intl)
£7,428Home Fee
88%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in computing and information technology with the CertHE Computing and Engineering (T47) at Open University. Based in None, Unknown, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. This course develops your skills in and understanding of computing and engineering. These are two areas that underpin most aspects of the way we live. Gain a foundation in the basic principles of hardware-based, software-based, or systems-based technologies. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 82% student satisfaction rating.

What You'll Learn

Fundamentals of Computing Systems
Mathematics for Engineering and Computing
Digital Electronics and Hardware
Software Development Principles
Engineering Mechanics and Materials
Systems and Networks Basics
Professional Development and Transferable Skills
Applied Computing Project
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£7,428

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£14,856

Home Student Fee

£7,428

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)

💰 Graduate Salaries — Open University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
3 years£33,000£43,500£56,000
5 years£38,500£49,000£63,000

UK subject average: £33,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 32% above UK average salary
This course
£43,500
UK average
£33,000
Salary 5 years after graduation 48% above UK average salary
This course
£49,000
UK average
£33,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £5,500 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH10-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

82%Working
15%Work & Study
82%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH10-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
88%
Learning opportunities
84%
Assessment and feedback
90%
Academic support
87%
Organisation and management
90%
Learning resources
90%
Student voice
68%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
53%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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About Open University

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