Assessments are designed to be flexible and will encourage you to relate what you have learned to your future subject area. To help you learn more about your future course and meet your tutors, you’ll also take part in dedicated sessions with the Accounting and Finance course team. These sessions will give you a clear sense of what to expect in the next stage of your degree. Our accounting and finance teaching staff have academic and professional experience in public auditing, taxation, financial reporting, management accounting and information systems. You'll also benefit from industry speakers, presenting a diversity of topics such as contemporary accounting and finance, in addition to a range of other business-related topics.

You’ll also receive exceptional academic and pastoral support from tutors who are experienced in helping students build confidence and prepare for success in higher education. Support is provided both in class and through our Virtual Learning Environment, with additional small-group workshops and one-to-one tutorials available.

After completing your foundation year, you'll follow the same course content and have the same module options as students pursuing our?Accounting and Finance BA (Hons). What's more, You'll graduate with the same full undergraduate degree as those who studied the traditional three-year course. If, during your foundation year, you decide that you would like to specialise in a different subject? area, there is flexibility to do so.

Between them, our staff have accumulated an impressive level of academic and professional experience in public audit, taxation, financial and management accounting, and information systems. Occasionally, distinguished external speakers are invited to make presentations on contemporary accounting, finance and business-related issues.

We place particular emphasis on employability, and our lecturers, who have a wide network of industry contacts, can help you with optional work experience placements and projects.

On completion of this course, you’ll receive full exemption from all of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)’s fundamental exam papers.

The top-up course includes the study of major subject areas in accounting and financial services, such as Advanced Management Accounting, Financial Management, Financial and Economic Modelling, Financial Instruments, Audit and Assurance Services and International Banking.

As a London Met student, you’ll have access to our Bloomberg room. Using our Bloomberg room, you will have access to the same Bloomberg financial data used on trading floors and in investment houses around the world. Having access to this data will help inform your decisions, aid research, assist you in analysing current market facts and figures, and enable you to join the elite group of Bloomberg users around the world. As well as building knowledge of Bloomberg, you will have opportunities to develop expertise in other packages such as Sage accounting software, EViews statistical package and IBM’s SPSS statistics software.

In recognition of the importance of industry insight, you will have opportunities to be taught by experts with industry experience and to hear from practitioners via guest lectures.

You’ll also develop transferable skills such as critical thinking and problem solving, helping you to prepare for a successful career in the accounting and financial services sectors.

This career-oriented course explores the contemporary marketing industry, covering the key aspects of modern advertising, marketing communications and public relations. You’ll learn techniques and approaches that will help you balance the often conflicting demands of an organisation’s stakeholders, enabling you to deliver clear and consistent results.

The course will give you a clear foundation in both theory and practice, and focuses on helping you develop transferable skills. You’ll have the option to specialise in areas that interest you, with modules in copywriting, brand management, social media and digital marketing available. You’ll also have the option and opportunity to study abroad as part of your degree.

As a broad, multidisciplinary course rooted in the social sciences, the foundation year covers themes such as identity, inequality and social justice, while focusing on practical skills like academic writing, presentation and critical thinking. Your learning will be supported by tutors through interactive classes, online resources, workshops and one-to-one guidance. You’ll also take part in a series of lecture or seminar sessions with the team from your chosen course, giving you a taste of your subject area.

In the following three years of your degree, you will focus more heavily on aviation, studying the same course content and having the same choice of modules as those who study our Airline, Airport and Aviation Management BSc (Hons) degree. Our teaching staff are well connected within the aviation industry, allowing you to learn from experts in your field of interest.

This course shares its foundation year with a number of our other foundation year degrees, allowing you to share ideas across a wide range of social science and business disciplines. If, following your foundation year, you decide to specialise in a different subject, there is flexibility to allow you to do this.

You will graduate with a full undergraduate degree with the same title and award as those who study the traditional three-year course.

In Year 2 or 3 you’ll be required to complete a work-related learning module, as students graduating with work experience are more likely to get into the career they want. The University will advertise suitable opportunities and provide guidance on completing the application process, but we can’t guarantee you a work placement.

Integral to this course is the development of essential skills and knowledge necessary to become a high-ranking aviation professional in a number of possible career routes, including airline operations management, engineering management and airline strategy. Our lecturers have excellent links with members of the aviation community and they’re perfectly placed to offer you career advice specific to the sector.

We place emphasis on advancing your decision-making skills on an operational, international and strategic level. Although you’ll specialise in airline, airport and aviation management, the course will also equip you with transferable skills that are necessary for a career in international business management. These skills are developed through engagement with real-life and virtual business challenges, providing you with the opportunity to study core aspects of management and leadership that are relevant in business.

You’ll have the opportunity to visit major international airlines, airports and commercial aircraft manufacturers. Our location places us close to the UK headquarters of a number of leading aviation companies, such as Boeing and Bombardier, and a short distance from all major London airports such as Gatwick, Heathrow, London City, Luton and Stansted. Owing to our location and links with the industry, we often welcome visiting lecturers from airlines, airports, maintenance organisations, consultancy organisations and aircraft manufacturers. Our dynamic Aviation Society can also introduce you to university life, organise regular trips and invite guest speakers to the University.

Our top priorities are educational resources and the quality of teaching. In addition to the University’s extensive facilities and resources, you’ll have access to database services, aviation journals and magazines appropriate to aviation management studies.

Graduating with work experience will make you more likely to get into your desired career. Therefore we’ll provide you with the opportunity to undertake practical and career-enhancing modules as part of your studies. In Year 2 or 3 you can study our work-related learning module and the University will advertise suitable opportunities and provide guidance. However, please note that we can’t guarantee you work experience.

You’ll also develop transferable skills such as research, problem-solving, ethics and  critical thinking skills as you investigate complex topics across applied psychology. You’ll have the opportunity to specialise in areas such as clinical, counselling, educational or forensic psychology, and you’ll complete an independent research project on a topic that interests you – designed and carried out with the support of expert tutors.

As an online learner, you’ll benefit from a flexible study format and access to a range of digital tools, academic resources and personalised support from academic mentors and personal tutors. Whether you’re preparing for a career in psychology or aiming to progress to postgraduate study, this course offers the applied skills and knowledge you’ll need to take the next step.

Please note that this Applied Psychology Top-Up course is not professionally accredited.

This foundation course is designed for students with the motivation to become active members of the built environment industry, but who may not have the qualifications necessary to apply to one of our three-year degree courses. You will develop key study skills and gain enough academic experience to go on to excel in any of our built environment programmes. This course is also perfect for mature students looking to update their experience or want an extra year to prepare.

Let London teach you. This course allows you to gain experience working with major national and international organisations within the real-estate sector, and thanks to our location in central London, those organisations are right on your doorstep. We offer a variety of guest lectures, fieldwork and site visits, all of which are designed to provide you with the opportunity to connect with influential property companies, as well as gain necessary industry knowledge and experience.

Get ready for the rest of your degree. During the first year of your foundation degree, you will have gained all the study skills you need to succeed. Then you will be ready to join all the other students beginning the three-year Architectural Technology and benefit from exactly the same course content and module curriculum. After three years you will be ready to graduate as a professional architectural technologist.

The foundation year will be shared with others studying a degree with a foundation year in our School of Art, Architecture and Design, so the subjects you’ll study will not be directly linked to architecture but you’ll get to explore different creative practices. There is an emphasis on engagement with technology, materials, forms and processes to develop your practical skills in all creative practices within the School. You’ll also attend lectures and seminars that will introduce you to historical, contemporary and cultural contexts within a range of creative practices.

Following the foundation year you’ll join students studying the standard three-year degree and graduate with the same award and title as them. To find out more about the subsequent three years of your degree visit our Architecture BA (Hons) course page.

If you find that another discipline in the School will be more suited to your interests and abilities, there will be flexibility to allow you to change your specialism at the end of your foundation year.

You'll be encouraged to experiment and find your own style as you go about your field work. Practical tasks are complemented by formal teaching within our studios.

The tutors on this course are renowned practitioners who will provide you with technical expertise and insight into industry best practice within a constantly evolving arena. You'll learn a combination of traditional and contemporary practices as well as basic principles and new innovations. This degree will help you achieve your developmental goals and explore potential career paths.

The Architects Registration Board (ARB) is the statutory regulator for architects in the UK and sets the education and registration requirements for anyone wishing to practice and use the title ‘architect’ in the UK. They do this by accrediting qualifications required for registration as an architect.

All of our foundation-year programmes allow you to develop techniques in:

• observational, technical and creative drawing
• 2D and 3D composition
• framing, sequence/series and narrative
• studio and workshop skills

During your subject-specific projects you’ll also have the opportunity to explore:

• conceptual modelling
• performance
• colour
• materials
• collage
• composition
• curating
• exhibiting

Your lectures and seminars will frame the creative practice within historical, contemporary, conceptual and cultural contexts.

Throughout the course you’ll present work-in-progress and finished projects to peers and tutors on a regular basis, which will prepare you for the public exhibition at the end of the year. This will be a chance for you to explore your abilities and guide you towards establishing an individual focus and direction.

By the end of your foundation year you’ll have produced a substantial portfolio of work that will allow you to progress on to one of the School’s art or design undergraduate degree courses. This introductory year will also see you develop into a confident, creative and socially-engaged practitioner, and you’ll continue into your chosen field of study equipped with the skills to make more informed decisions about your own work within its specific context.

Once you have progressed onto the three-year course after the foundation year, you’ll study the same course content as those who take the three-year course. On completion of your chosen degree course you’ll graduate with the same title and award as those who undertook the same traditional three-year degree without the foundation year.

Take a look at art and design project work by our students Hannah Townrow, Florence White and Teo Rava.

This four-year artificial intelligence degree course is delivered from London Metropolitan University's Holloway campus, just a short journey away from London's most historic landmarks and global tech businesses. Modules are designed to offer an engaging learning experience and enhance your chances of course success, incorporating traditional lectures, interactive tutorials and innovative lab-based workshops.

The following two years of this course are designed to teach you key skills in subjects essential to all engineering disciplines, including teaching core AI and robotics expertise.

In your third year of this AI degree, you'll have the opportunity to select a key subject of interest from within the AI and robotics space, including electronic systems, programming, microprocessors, network engineering and more. With the continued support of your supervisor, you'll then embark on and specialise in an individual project based on your subject of choice.

During your studies, you'll have easy access to extensive learner support, supplementary resources and study materials through our virtual learning environment (VLE) . You'll have the opportunity to work within industry-standard facilities, including engineering modelling and simulation laboratories, production laboratories and professional research centres.

The course focuses on developing proficiency in robotics, sensors, actuators, control systems, networking, and artificial intelligence for various engineering applications. The first two years of the course lay a solid foundation in subjects essential to all engineering disciplines, encompassing Electronic Systems, Programming, AI, Microprocessors, Embedded Systems, and Network Engineering. In the third year, students have the opportunity to specialize in a specific area within AI and Robotics, which includes Applied Robotics, Computer Vision, Bio-inspired AI and Security, Sensors, Actuators, and Control. This year also involves an individual project. The choice of the project topic is not prescriptive, and we encourage students to select a subject of mutual interest to both themselves and their supervisor.

Our modules are taught through a mix of traditional lectures, interactive tutorials, lab-based workshops, and blended learning methods. Students can access teaching materials and supplementary resources through the university's Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) network, including platforms like WebLearn and Blackboard, as well as the school's web server. We employ various effective blended learning approaches and technologies to enhance and support student learning.

The course employs a variety of assessment methods, including class tests, theory and practical examinations, coursework (via logbooks, case studies, laboratory reports, posters, and artifacts), and viva examinations. Detailed information regarding the assessment methods and marking criteria for each module at every level is readily available in the respective 'Module Guide.' These guides are accessible to students at the beginning of each semester through WebLearn, our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).

Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of partly meeting the academic requirement for the registration as a Chartered Engineer.

Every module, whether core or optional, maintains a presence on the VLE, offering students a wealth of comprehensive learning and teaching materials, including workshop exercises. Module leaders actively use this platform to engage with students, providing valuable feedback, guidelines for technical report writing and effective presentations, and supporting the maintenance of logbooks.

Through a wide range of topics rooted in the social sciences, you’ll explore ideas such as identity, social justice and inequality. You will also strengthen study skills such as academic writing, presenting, critical thinking and independent research. We will support you every step of the way, in class and online, with group workshops and individual tutorials. To connect your learning to the years ahead, you’ll join a series of lecture or seminar sessions with tutors from your future degree pathway, giving you a clear sense of what to expect.

Following your foundation year, you will go on to study the same course content and modules as those on our Banking and Finance BSc (Hons) degree. The course is designed with input from finance industry experts and draws on accounting, economics, investment theory, law and management to help you develop the skills you'll need to begin a career in banking or the financial services.

You’ll have access to industry experts and the University's Bloomberg Room during your course. This will provide you with valuable insight into the banking and finance sector and allow you to work with real-world economic news, data and analytics in the classroom.

This banking and finance course shares its foundation year with a number of our other foundation year degrees, allowing you to work with students interested in other business and social sciences related subjects and share ideas.

You'll graduate with a full undergraduate degree with the same title and award as those who studied the traditional three-year course.

As well as hearing from industry representatives who will give presentations during your course, you’ll also get hands-on experience in the University’s Bloomberg Room, which offers access to the world-leading financial platform and brings real-world economic news, data and analytics to the classroom. You’ll learn to analyse financial markets, value and price financial instruments and employ Bloomberg terminals to assess European and international economies, financial markets and governments.

You’ll also have the chance to further your experience with optional work placement modules. Our careers service can help you find a suitable placement where you can build on your skills and knowledge. You'll be encouraged to undertake extra-curricular activities such as volunteering, entering national business competitions and joining student societies.

This degree course has been designed to meet the growing need for qualified biochemists. We'll give you the practical skills you need to pursue a career in the field, including laboratory, research and analysis skills. You’ll also develop a solid understanding of applied biology and medicinal chemistry, and have the chance to put this knowledge to the test.

Teaching will take place in our state-of-the-art Science Centre, which is equipped with 280 workstations and a number of specialised laboratories, such as those used for tissue culture research and microbiology. You’ll get the chance to gain hands-on experience in a lab setting under the guidance of expert researchers and academics.

The Biological Science BSc (Hons) degree encompasses a broad scope of topics designed to interest the enquiring mind. During the first year you will acquire a solid foundation in cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, microbiology, chemistry, human anatomy and data analysis. You’ll begin to understand how macromolecules drive cellular processes and you’ll be introduced to essential data handling and laboratory skills.

In the second year you’ll start to specialise and explore state-of-the-art research techniques such as gene cloning, amplification of DNA and microbiological techniques.

Your third year will include a year-long research project on the topic of your choosing. You can choose to specialise or to follow a more varied pathway.

Biological scientists play a key role in identifying diseases, monitoring treatment and conducting research into infectious diseases and other pathologies. You’ll graduate from this course ready to join the field, with a sound knowledge base and a high standard of cognitive, practical and transferable skills.

• Haematology (BT6100DL) – The study of blood and blood diseases, as well as the structure, function and production of blood cells, haemopoiesis, haemostasis, anaemias, haematological malignancies and blood-borne parasites. You’ll also study diagnostics, laboratory techniques and quality control.
• Transfusion and Transplantation (BT6102DL) – The study of blood transfusion, preparation, storage and use of blood components. The module will also cover immunohaematology, genetics, inheritance, structure, function and the role of red cell antigens, transfusion reactions and transplant practice.
• General Biochemistry (BT4012DL) – Chemical principles relevant to biological systems, structure and the function of key molecules including proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and enzymes. You’ll also cover cellular metabolism and metabolic pathways.
• Clinical Biochemistry (BT6103DL) – The study and analysis of bodily fluids for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. You’ll learn about a range of methods used for collection of clinical samples, as well as principles and applications of biochemical investigations used in screening, diagnosis, treatment and the monitoring of disease. The module will also cover substance abuse and therapeutic drug monitoring.
• Pathobiology/Cellular Pathology (BT6104DL) – The study and examination of normal and diseased tissues and cells. The module will also involve studying preparation of tissues and cells, microscopy and histochemistry and immunocytochemistry, as well as reproductive science, ageing and disease.
• General Microbiology (BT4105DL) – The structure, physiology and biochemistry of microorganisms, as well as the study of identification, classification and control of microorganisms.
• Medical Microbiology (BT6106DL) – The study of how microorganisms – bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites – cause disease in humans, pathogenic mechanisms. The module will also cover public health and infection control, as well as laboratory investigations of infectious disease and antiviral and antimicrobial therapy.
• Immunology (BT4101DL) – The structure, function and mechanisms of the components of the innate and adaptive immune systems and inflammation.
• Clinical Immunology (BT6107DL) – The function and measurement of effectors of the immune response, immunological laboratory techniques, aetiology and pathogenesis of abnormal immune function, neoplastic disease and transplant reactions, prophylaxis and immunotherapy.
• Molecular Biology and Genetics (BT5108DL) – The structure and function of DNA, RNA and proteins, DNA replication, transcription and translation, the structure and function of genes, principles of inheritance, mutations and disease, gene technology, cellular and molecular mechanisms of disease.
• Clinical Genetics (BT6109DL) – The clinical applications of genetics, risk assessment, diagnosis and genetic counselling, as well as the management of genetic disease, avoidance and prevention, ethical and social issues.
• Anatomy and Physiology (BT6110DL) – The study of the structure and relationships between body parts and their individual functions in health and disease. You’ll also get an overview of component body parts and major systems, as well as anatomical terminology with a focus on current health issues, obesity, alcohol abuse and diabetes.
• ?Cell Biology (BT4111DL) – The study of cells and cell theory, microscopy and centrifugation. You’ll also be taught about cell cycle, cell division, cell structures and energy pathways, cell communication and signalling and principles of molecular cell biology techniques.
• Research Skills for Biosciences (BT6115DL) – (prerequisite to the research project module). This provides you with an understanding of the skills needed for the planning, organisation and practice of research in science. You’ll also learn about the bioethical considerations to developing a research project and proposals for funding, such as approaching an organisation for a grant.
• Research Project (BT6P20DL) – Aims to provide you with the opportunity to apply and develop previously acquired knowledge and laboratory skills to a biomedical sciences research problem and undertake, critically evaluate, reflect and report on an individual experimental programme.

Modules are delivered online via our virtual learning environment. Study is self-directed, with little interference from us, with learning content available 24/7, so that you can progress with your studies. We operate a dedicated ‘one-stop-shop’ help service for when you may need assistance, and we aim to respond to all online queries as quickly as possible.

Your foundation year offers you the opportunity to develop the core skills and knowledge you'll need throughout the rest of your degree studies. This year serves as an introduction to the full course and allows you to build a solid foundation, setting you on the correct path for successful learning.

During the first official year of your course, you'll study a range of essential topics for developing complex medical technologies. This includes electronic systems, human anatomy, physiology, mathematical techniques and more. 

In your second year, you'll build on this foundational knowledge, explore advanced biomedical engineering topics and gain practical work experience.

In the third year of the Biomedical Engineering degree, you'll delve into human movement analysis, bio-inspired AI, digital systems applications and further advanced topics. Finally, you'll cap off your studies with a major individual project.

The aim of this course is to prepare students for a successful career within their chosen biomedical engineering field - upon graduation, you'll have the skills and expertise needed to thrive in a range of entry-level roles within this industry. Alternatively, you can pursue further advanced academic studies. After completing this Biomedical Engineering course with foundation year, you might apply to study for a relevant master's degree or take part in research for a PhD.

Topics covered within this Biomedical Engineering degree include key engineering concepts, design techniques, digital manufacturing, computer programming, biological systems, anatomy, physiology and more. You will also gain practical experience with cutting-edge technologies, such as 3D printing and rapid prototyping.

Throughout your course, you will be taught by London Metropolitan University's highly qualified teaching staff, each with years of experience. You will also have the opportunity to hear and learn from guest speakers who are experts in this field, offering you the opportunity to gain invaluable insights into different sectors of the diverse biomedical engineering industry.

To enhance your practical training, you will even have access to industry-standard facilities equipped with engineering modelling and CAD tools, manufacturing laboratories and more.

Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of partly meeting the academic requirement for the registration as a Chartered Engineer.

The aim of this course is to prepare students for a successful career within their chosen biomedical engineering field - upon graduation, you will have the skills and expertise needed to thrive in a range of entry-level roles within this industry. Alternatively, you can pursue further advanced academic studies. After completing this Biomedical Engineering course, you might apply to study for a relevant master's degree or complete a PhD.

During your degree you’ll be supported by experienced tutors and a number of other services at the University to help you settle in, progress academically and prepare for your future career. You’ll learn in an environment that is designed to foster confidence and motivation and will help you to succeed in your studies and beyond.

The foundation year is designed to provide the fundamental knowledge base in key disciplines, such as biology and chemistry, which is required throughout the biomedical science degree course. You will share this year with students from other foundation-year courses, so you’ll get to learn alongside students with different academic interests and perspectives on the topics you study.

On completion of the foundation year, you’ll join students from the three-year biomedical science degree and study the same content.

If, at the end of your foundation year, you find yourself wanting to specialise in a different area of human sciences, there will be flexibility to do so.

The subjects covered during the course are similar to the pre-clinical components of a medical degree, with topics including the structure and function of biological fluids, cells and tissues, and the relationship between bodily systems and health, disease and the environment.

Your study programme is designed so that core modules are delivered over two whole days per week, enabling you to juggle lectures with study and other responsibilities. Your first year will include an introduction to the key principles of biomedical science and place a heavy focus on developing the necessary laboratory skills and data manipulations. In Year 2, you’ll look at core areas such as blood science, infection and tissue science. You’ll also get plenty of hands-on experience in a wide range of research techniques, such as spectrophotometry, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), electrophoresis and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA).

Your third year will comprise more in-depth study of the major disciplines of biomedical science and you'll have the opportunity to specialise with an independent research project on a topic of your choosing.

Throughout the course, you’ll take practical classes in our £30 million Science Centre in London, which is equipped with 280 workstations and is one of the largest teaching laboratories in Europe. You’ll also benefit from the guidance of our knowledgeable academic staff – many of whom are active researchers – as well as a range of external speakers working in the pathology industry who will keep you up to date with the latest biomedical developments and laboratory practices.

A course designed for you. This course has been carefully crafted to give students who cannot apply directly to one of our non-foundation degrees all the skills they need to succeed in the built environment sector. During the first year you will be introduced to a wide variety of transferrable study skills, taught via a range of methods focusing on active learning and authentic student involvement. From technical drawing to software skills, presenting to practical work, every element of this curriculum has been curated with your academic development in mind. This means this course is also ideal for mature students looking to update their experience.

Step onto campus every time you set foot in London. One of the world’s greatest construction projects is happening right on our doorstep, and we will make every effort to introduce you to it. From guest lectures to practical projects and industry work experience, we will give you as much real-world experience as possible, so you can graduate already familiar with the built environment industry and your place in it. When you’re not gaining direct industry experience, you will be learning how to pitch new project ideas and use industry-standard software. Everything we do will transform you into the ideal construction candidate.

Build on solid foundations. After completing the first year of your foundation course, you will move on to start the rest of your degree alongside all the students studying the three-year Building Surveying course. Your foundation year will put you in the best possible position to continue your studies for the remaining three years and graduate successfully as a professional of building surveying.

Building Surveyors are involved in a wide range of property and construction activities, from design through to operation of buildings and built environment assets. This building surveying degree course is designed to help you develop in-depth knowledge within the field. Modules you'll undertake in this course include Real Estate Law and Planning, Urban Regeneration and Sustainable Built Environments. You’ll share some first-year modules with students on other courses in the School of the Built Environment, to create a rich learning experience.

Further into your degree, you'll cover subjects such as net-zero in construction, adapting to climate change, sustainable building refurbishment, specification writing, how to administer a construction contract and some of the specialist areas of building surveying such as the Law of Dilapidations and party walls.

All modules offer an unmatched learning experience through applying knowledge to real life situations, complimented with site visits and guest speakers. To prioritise making you as employable as possible, our course centres on teaching you the skills required by employers, such as the application of industry-standard software and outstanding communication skills.

While studying this building surveying degree, you'll also have the option to participate in a professional industry placement. This will help to boost your CV, making you an extremely employable candidate upon completion.

In the third year of your Building Surveying BSc, you'll have a variety of modules to choose from. These include Big Data and the Built Environment and Inclusive Teamwork and Leadership. You will also undertake an Applied Research project which will allow you to explore a particular area of interest you have in the built environment.

Upon completing your studies, you'll gain a Building Surveying BSc degree – a springboard to embarking on a career in surveying and the built environment.

Our teaching is rooted in our Education for Social Justice Framework. This ensures our commitment to inclusivity, diversity, giving back to the community, and relating to students’ real experiences in our teaching. 

Based on our data, we have discovered that students who complete the foundation year go on to achieve higher degree classification than those who entered into the undergraduate programme directly. You’ll be equipped to have the best possible start to your university life and thrive academically. 

You’ll share your foundation year with students from other degree specialisms allowing you to share ideas, explore different subject areas and insights. You’ll also take part in a series of lecture or seminar sessions hosted by tutors from your chosen degree, allowing you to prepare you for the following years. To learn more about the content in the following three years, visit our Business Management BA (Hons) course page.

You'll also hear from specialist guest lecturers and participate in online business simulations. This will ensure that you graduate with an in-depth understanding of all stages of the business management process, from conceptualisation to strategic evaluation.

This course is perfect if you're unsure about committing to a full degree or about which degree you wish to follow right now. You will be able to choose which modules you study as you discover areas you wish to specialise in, allowing you to tailor your studies to your career aspirations. You can choose from industry areas such as accounting and finance, aviation, business management, economics, creative industries and marketing.

Thanks to its flexibility, as well as our strong focus on establishing an adaptable and supportive working environment, this course is ideal for students who wish to change careers, or mature students who may have been out of education for a while. This course offers a broad but focused approach, with lifelong learning and professional growth at its core, which aims to provide all our students with the best possible start to a career in business.

As well as acquiring fundamental knowledge of the business sector, you will learn invaluable transferrable skills which you will find useful in both business and academic settings. Whether you continue your studies with us, or begin your career after completing this course, these skills will help you embark on an exciting journey within the world of business. Skills that this course focuses on include leadership, decision-making, emotional intelligence, critical thinking, problem solving, communication, collaboration, adaptability and resilience.

At London Met, we are committed to your success. Our supportive learning environment, excellent facilities, and strong industry connections ensure you gain the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in a competitive job market. Whether you're looking to advance in your current role or embark on a new career path, our CertHE in Business Management provides the foundation you need to achieve your goals.

Human resource management (HRM) is a key driving force for successful businesses. Because we recognise this element is so important to business strategy, we’ve developed a course that doesn’t just teach you about core business principles, but also incorporates the people side of things too.

In your first year, you’ll develop a solid foundation of business and human resource management principles that you’ll build on in your second and third year. You’ll also learn how to apply business theory to practical scenarios and learn how to acquire, motivate, develop and retain talent.

As the business landscape has changed in recent years, more people are needed to work flexibly across roles. This course is designed to educate you on change management and how to embrace this, aiming to make you more employable when you graduate.

The foundation year is the first step of your degree, designed to prepare you for studying at university and then go on to a successful career in business management. It gives you time to adjust to university life, build essential study skills and knowledge, and progress onto your chosen course with confidence.

The content of the foundation year is broad and multidisciplinary, rooted in the social sciences, covering themes such as identity, social justice and inequality. You will develop key skills in academic writing, presentations and critical thinking. Your classes will be supported through our Virtual Learning Platform, as well as workshops and one-to-one tutorials. You’ll also take part in a series of lecture or seminar sessions with tutors from your future course, helping you prepare for the next stage of your degree. On successful completion of your foundation year, you’ll progress directly to the three-year programme.

Read more about the modules and content on our Business Management and Marketing BA (Hons) course page.

In addition to learning broad marketing skills that apply to the commercial world, the programme also provides you with opportunities to develop new specialist marketing skills to help improve society through the relatively new field of social marketing.

As part of the course, you’ll have the opportunity to undertake short and long accredited work placements. This opportunity will also compliment our innovative modules that equip you with skills for employment Past students on the module have found that it has helped them gain recognition from the Institute of Sales and Marketing Management (ISMM), a professional organisation that represents sales professionals in the UK.

Our business management and marketing programme not only aims to improve your career opportunities, but also seeks to accelerate your cultural and personal growth. You’ll find opportunities to study abroad for a semester in places such as Europe, Japan or the USA, where you’ll be immersed in a new culture and acquire new perspectives.

The foundation year is developed under our School of Social Sciences and Professions, and you will explore a wide range of social science themes, whilst also developing the academic and digital literacies that will benefit you in the following three years of study. After the first year, you will be a self-motivated, proactive student, taking responsibility for your own progress and learning. To help you learn about your future course, you’ll also take part in six lecture or seminar sessions with tutors from your chosen degree course, giving you a clear sense of what to expect in the next stage of your degree.

You will share your first year with other foundation students from different disciplines, allowing you to share ideas and insights and engage in discussion about subjects ranging from all over the university. Broadening your intellectual horizons and networking with London Met students will further contribute to your academic development.

Business topics covered during the course after the foundation year include management, marketing, strategy, data analysis and consultancy. You will also learn about essential aspects of law such as company law, employment law, consumer rights, international trade law, competition law, and regulation.

You will learn from published industry experts who bring real-world experience to the classroom. There are also plenty of extra-curricular opportunities which will supplement your studies, as you will have the chance to engage with guest speakers, industry experts, and professional networks through events such as the Mansfield Student Law Society and London Met’s ‘Get into Law’ day.

Delivered by experienced academics and practitioners, the course blends theory with practice, equipping you with the analytical, commercial, and regulatory skills needed in today’s complex and varied business environments. Practical experience is embedded throughout the programme, with opportunities to undertake work placements, consultancy projects, and pro bono legal work that build confidence and boost your employability. You will also have access to our specialist resources including our courtroom, legal databases and business software. You will be able to apply classroom learning to real-world challenges, whether managing a “virtual” company, preparing legal advice, or developing business strategies.

Your studies will take you beyond the classroom, as you will have the chance to engage with guest speakers, industry experts, and professional networks through events such as the Mansfield Student Law Society and London Met’s ‘Get into Law’ day. These activities, alongside mentoring schemes and careers workshops, provide invaluable connections to industry and the legal profession. Our teaching team includes academics and practitioners with industry expertise, many of whom publish widely and bring current business and legal practice into the classroom.

The first year of your undergraduate course will cover the fundamentals of physical, inorganic and organic chemistry to prepare you for the study of forensic, pharmaceutical, medical and analytical science. As the course progresses, you’ll have the chance to explore the practical and technical aspects of chemistry at a more in-depth level as well as having the opportunity to specialise in areas that interest you such as forensic chemistry or bioanalytical science.

In your final year, you’ll undertake a year-long research project on a topic of your choosing within the chemistry sector. You’ll also have the option to undertake an on-the-job placement as part of your degree, giving you valuable hands-on experience and exposure to the industry.

Our lecturers are passionate, friendly and supportive – watch an interview with our Senior Lecturer in Inorganic Chemistry, Dr Daniel Sykes, to get a taste of what studying Chemistry at London Met is like.

You’ll benefit from our impressive computer laboratories. London Met is home to the UK’s first ever Cisco Networking Academy and this course incorporates the complete set of CCNA and Palo Alto modules, meaning that you’ll graduate with additional Cisco and Palo Alto Academy certifications that are highly sought-after in the industry.

You'll graduate with a full undergraduate degree with the same title and award as those who studied the traditional three-year course.

Following your foundation year, you will study the same course content and get the same choice of modules as those who study our Computer Networking and Cloud Security BSc (Hons) degree.

You can get a taste for life at our School of Computing and Digital Media by taking a look at our showcase of recent student work.

Our Computer Networking and Cloud Security BEng combines theory with hands-on practice in our state-of-the-art networking and virtual laboratories. London Met is the proud home of the UK’s first ever Cisco Networking Academy and the first ever Palo Alto Networks regional academy.

The course also incorporates Cisco CCNA, CCNA security, CCNA infrastructure security essentials, CCNA cyber operations and Palo Alto Gateway and infrastructure configuration – this industrial recognition will give you a competitive advantage, graduating with an abundance of sought-after and recognised certifications in addition to your degree.

Throughout the course you will be supported by highly-qualified teaching staff who have strong links with industry.

You can get a taste for life at our School of Computing and Digital Media by taking a look at our showcase of recent student work.

The skills you gain during this foundation year will fully prepare you for the practical and theoretical study in the following three years of the course.

The foundation year of this course is shared with a number of other cyber security-related degrees, so in Year 0 you’ll have classmates who are interested in a variety of different specialisms.

This four-year degree is designed around the Cisco curriculum, so you’ll study a complete set of CCNA modules to gain additional Cisco certification training throughout the course.

Our tutors have strong links with the industry as well as potential employers within cyber security. Our dedicated teaching staff will be there to support you throughout the course. You’ll gain confidence in your academic abilities and be pushed to succeed as you progress through the course, graduating with the technical skills needed to protect online data from attacks and unauthorised access.

Following the foundation year, you’ll study the same course content and modules as those who study our Computer Networking and Cyber Security BSc (Hons) degree.

Should you decide during your foundation year that you’d like to specialise in a different area of study, there is some flexibility to allow you to do this.

You’ll graduate with a full undergraduate degree with the same title and award as those who study the traditional three-year degree.

You can get a taste for life at our School of Computing and Digital Media by taking a look at our showcase of recent student work.

In addition to helping you develop a deeper understanding of cyber security, this course will expand your knowledge of computing and computer networking. You’ll study subjects such as networks and operating systems, programming and security in computing, before moving on to specialist cyber security topics such as ethical hacking, digital crime investigation and network and cloud security.

Theoretical study will be complemented by hands-on practice in our state-of-the-art computer and cyber security laboratories. London Metropolitan University is the proud home of the UK’s first ever Cisco Networking Academy, which was established more than 15 years ago, as well as our Cyber Security Research Centre of excellence. This course incorporates the complete set of CCNA modules, allowing you to graduate with additional Cisco CCNA 1, 2, 3, 4 and Network Security certifications on top of your degree.

Throughout the course, you’ll be supported by highly-qualified teaching staff who have strong links with the industry and potential employers.

You can get a taste for life at our School of Computing and Digital Media by taking a look at our showcase of recent student work.

During your foundation year you’ll learn to use a range of tools and development platforms designed to help you understand the role of computer-based systems. You’ll focus on the fundamentals of programming, cyber-attack prevention, computer networking and mathematics. These skills will help you progress through the following three years of the course.

The foundation year on this course is shared with a number of other computing-related foundation degrees, which allows you to study with students who are interested in a variety of different subjects.

Following the foundation year, you’ll study the same modules and course content as those who study our Computer Science BSc (Hons) degree.

Later in the course you’ll learn more practice-based skills including weekly tutorial and workshop exercises. You’ll come to understand software design and programming language so that by the end of the course you’ll be able to confidently develop programmes of your own.

You’ll be supported throughout the course by our tutors who will help you recognise your own strengths and build your academic confidence. Regular feedback will aid you in the transition from your foundation year to the final years of the course.

You'll graduate with a full undergraduate degree with the same title and award as those who studied the traditional three-year course.

Should you decide you want to specialise in a more specific computing-related subject following your foundation year, we will be able to facilitate this.

With the chance to gain professional Java certification, you’ll be taught by experts in the field of IT and technology and will learn everything, from how to create new mobile apps to how to design and implement software systems. As you progress, you’ll also have the option to specialise in topics such as artificial intelligence and management support systems, ensuring you have the specialist skills to pursue a career in the fields that interest you most.

Studying computer science in the heart of London, one of the world’s leading technological hubs, you’ll be taught through knowledge-based learning seminars and hands-on workshops. Created specifically to enhance your employability, you’ll develop your skills, gain real experience and have the opportunity to earn while you learn through placements working on real client-driven projects in business and industry.

On successful completion of the course, you’ll have the qualifications and knowledge to enter a wide range of careers linked to computer science. You’ll not only have the qualifications required for registration as a Chartered IT Professional (CITP), you’ll also be entitled to apply for Membership of the British Computer Society (MBCS). Becoming a Member of the British Computer Society entitles you to put the letters MBCS after your name and gain access to networking opportunities, publications and specialist events to aid you in your career development.

You can get a taste for life at our School of Computing and Digital Media by taking a look at our showcase of recent student work.

During your foundation year you will become familiar with computer security, computer networks, mathematical techniques, programming language and theoretical concepts related to computer software design. Building skills in these key areas of study will ensure you’re well-equipped for the following three years of your course.

On the course you’ll have access to our specialist laboratories for computer-aided design (CAD), electronics, microwave and satellite communications, embedded systems and digital systems and optoelectronics. The computing and engineering skills you'll learn will help you succeed in becoming a computer systems professional.

You'll graduate with a full undergraduate degree with the same title and award as those who studied the traditional three-year course.

You can get a taste for life at our School of Computing and Digital Media by taking a look at our showcase of recent student work.

One of the key strengths of this bachelor's degree is its practical nature, which will allow you to develop hands-on skills and expertise. The course is supported by a number of specialised laboratories in general electronics, microwave and satellite communications, computer-aided design (CAD), embedded systems and digital systems and opto-electronics.

When studying any of our specialised modules you will spend a considerable part of the module in these laboratories and this will provide you with an opportunity to practise what you learn in your lectures and seminar sessions. Using an industry-standard simulation package you will investigate, design, implement, test and document a variety of real-world examples of electronics and communications systems. These sessions are performed individually or as part of a group.

You'll gain the skills that employers are looking for and acquire relevant experience through a work placement in a real client-driven project as part of our work-related learning module. The course will also help you develop interpersonal, team working and engineering skills alongside commercial, ethical and environmental awareness.

You can get a taste for life at our School of Computing and Digital Media by taking a look at our showcase of recent student work.

In your foundation year you’ll learn the fundamentals of cyber security, design and communication, programming and mathematics. This knowledge will serve you well as you proceed into the following three years of the course. You’ll also have access to our world-class facilities including our Cisco labs, Cyber Security Research Centre and Intelligent Systems Research Group.

After your foundation year there will be flexibility to change your degree specialism should you wish to. Our tutors will be there to support you from the very beginning, helping you to recognise your strengths and pushing you to succeed on this four-year course.

You'll graduate with a full undergraduate degree with the same title and award as those who studied the traditional three-year course.

After you have completed the foundation year you will continue to study the same modules and course content as students on our Computing BSc (Hons) degree.

You can get a taste for life at our School of Computing and Digital Media by taking a look at our showcase of recent student work.

You’ll have the option to specialise in fascinating areas such as artificial intelligence, ethics or computer law. You’ll develop your IT proficiency, problem-solving skills and learn to apply this knowledge to real-life situations.

Throughout the course you’ll focus on sought after skills that are required by employers, such us unified modelling language and ASP.NET. You’ll also use state-of-the-art commercial software tools, gaining key technical skills that are in high demand throughout the industry.

In addition to the team of experienced teaching staff, you’ll have the opportunity to hear from industry experts. The Vice President of the multi-national company Telefonica has previously given a talk to our students. Some of our ex-students working in industry will also be invited to share their working experiences.

You can get a taste for life at our School of Computing and Digital Media by taking a look at our showcase of recent student work.

We want you to succeed. Every aspect of this course is designed to give you an authentic learning experience by using real-life materials and scenarios. Your practical and academic programme of study will be led by a combination of leading academics and practitioners, who will help you to develop key academic skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking, presentation and communication, digital literacy and application of mathematics, all within the context of the Built Environment discipline.

One of the world’s most impressive construction sites, right on your doorstep. As a student located in the heart of London, you have hundreds of cutting-edge building projects within easy reach of your campus. We make the most of these opportunities through site visits, guest lectures and fieldwork, making sure that you’re kept up to date with every development in this dynamic and pioneering sector.

Join the rest of the Construction Management cohort. After the first year of your foundation degree, you’ll join the rest of the students starting the three-year Construction Management BSc (Hons) course, ready to benefit from all the same course content and module options.

As you progress through the full undergraduate course, you'll find yourself, your writing skills and your awareness of the world of literature develop. With the help of our dedicated team of academics you'll:

• understand the local, national and global context of London's literary and publishing culture
• consider the ethical, political and environmental conditions writers live and work within
• study modern and contemporary novels, poetry collections and plays
• flex your creativity as you complete a long creative project
• collaborate with fellow students within and outside of the degree
• learn from and work with published writers and publishing professionals
• meet publishing industry figures
• benefit from excellent digital research resources
• study at a university committed to the transformative power of education and dialogue

• understand the local, national and global context of London's literary and publishing culture
• consider the ethical, political and environmental conditions writers live and work within
• study modern and contemporary novels, poetry collections and plays
• complete a long creative project
• collaborate with fellow students within and outside of the degree
• learn from and work with published writers and publishing professionals
• meet publishing industry figures
• benefit from excellent digital research resources
• study at a university committed to the transformative power of education and dialogue

This combined degree in Creative Writing and English Literature gives budding writers the best of both worlds. You may want to be a performance poet, adapt a work of literature for the screen or stage, think about literature from a philosophical perspective or find out more about the publishing industry. The blend of modules on this course makes all of these goals achievable.

The English literature modules cover all the major genres of poetry, drama and prose, which helps you gain an understanding of their development through history. You’ll study major literary and cultural movements such as Romanticism and Modernism, and will have the opportunity to choose niche specialisms such as the literature of childhood or the literature of London.

On the creative writing modules, you’ll learn how to edit your work and develop your writing across literary and commercial genres as well as developing the ability to think critically about the cultural, ethical and political dimensions of writing. The skills you'll gain by editing and critiquing your own work will be valuable when working on essays in other areas.

You'll benefit from our exceptional facilities and have the resources of the British Library at your fingertips. London is a vast hub of literary and cultural history, and you will benefit from organised visits to theatres, galleries, libraries, archives and events, giving context and support to your studies.

You'll be taught by experienced academics who are dedicated to undergraduate teaching, as well as published poets, novelists and dramatists, whose knowledge of the publishing industry can give you the valuable professional insight needed to kick-start your career. Staff are dedicated to helping you get the most out of your degree and the enthusiastic, high quality teaching on this course has been highly rated by students.

After you graduate you will be an excellent candidate for a career in publishing, the creative and cultural industries, the arts, education and the communications sector.

You’ll study alongside students from a range of degree pathways in small, discussion-led classes that encourage collaboration, curiosity, and community. With expert academic support, one-to-one tutorials, and flexible assessments, that will allow you to explore your future degree subject area, you’ll feel empowered to grow your academic voice and reach your full potential.

Based on our data, students who complete a foundation year achieve higher degree grade than those who enter directly into undergraduate programs. By the end of the year, you’ll be fully prepared to continue your chosen degree pathway in Criminology, progressing into the three-year undergraduate course with confidence. You’ll graduate with the same degree title and award as direct-entry students. 

To give you a better understanding of your upcoming course and introduce you to your future tutors, you’ll attend a series of sessions with the Criminology BSc course team, helping you get a clear idea of what lies ahead in your degree.

From your first day, you’ll have access to wellbeing, study, and career support services designed to help you succeed.

This degree will give you a strong grasp of research methods and expose you to social, political, ethical and historical aspects of criminology. Through optional modules in your second and third year, you'll begin to specialise in areas including crime and media, victims of crime, counter-terrorism, gender and sexuality.

We employ an innovative approach to learning via professionally-focused academic study. You’ll receive opportunities for work-based learning that will prepare you for the challenges of a career in the fields of forensic criminology, policing and justice. We’ll support you to grow both professionally and academically through workshops and seminars that will foster interaction between you, your classmates and your lecturers, as well as one-to-one study support with our academic mentor and final year student success coaches.

We offer the following joint honours programmes:
• Criminology and Law BA (Hons)
• Criminology and Policing BSc (Hons)
• Criminology and Psychology BSc (Hons)
• Criminology and Sociology BSc (Hons)
• Criminology and International Security BSc (Hons)

On our course you’ll critically assess current policies and practices related to national, as well as international crime control. You’ll also investigate how they affect international relations and politics. Optional modules will allow you to develop specialisms in fields that interest you, including international law and order, conflict resolution and contemporary issues in criminology.

Your employment prospects are central to every module, therefore in your second and final years, you’ll have the opportunity to complete a work placement module. In the past our students have completed placements within a wide range of institutions, such as aid agencies, think-tanks and embassies.

The University’s London location will afford you the opportunity to access a range of social and political institutions that will inform your study, such as the Royal Courts of Justice and the British Library. We’ll also organise a number of trips to non-governmental organisations, embassies and relevant government bodies, where you’ll learn how international security and diplomacy work in practice.

The course is delivered through a range of teaching methods including formal lectures, seminars, workshops, project-based research activity and individual tutorials. There’s an emphasis on the link between teaching, practice and research. A number of staff in our criminology and law subject areas are active researchers and their research findings often provide the basis for teaching on the course. Lecturers have published articles on a range of topics including gang culture, international organised crime, cybercrime, child protection and the probation service.

You’ll have access to our very own mock courtroom, where you’ll get a feel for a legal environment and find out how courtrooms across the country are run. We’ll also provide you with detailed knowledge and understanding of legal rules and their contexts, and support you in developing general skills such as independent research, critical judgement, debating, communication and teamwork. These skills will prepare you for the world of work and a range of careers.

Our excellent London location means that MPs, visiting professors, successful graduates and representatives from legal organisations are often guest speakers at London Met. Our location also provides easy access to London's many legal resources, as well as a range of opportunities for voluntary work and work placement opportunities.

This is not a qualifying law degree for training for the legal professions. Please see our Law LLB or Law (with international Relations) LLB course if you’re interested in a qualifying law degree.

This course will bring you to the forefront of the contemporary criminology and policing landscape. Our close links with organisations such as the Essex Police and Metropolitan Police allow us to invite practitioners from the criminal justice sector, who will give talks on subjects relevant to your study and include content from real cases. We also organise a Question Time style panel discussion, where you’ll get a chance to participate in a debate with a panel of course lecturers, probation officers, ex-offenders and police officers.

Our teaching is enriched by contemporary case studies and practical tasks that will provide you with skills to measure and interpret crime, including qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. In your second and third years you’ll have the opportunity to pursue areas of criminology and policing that interest you the most through a wide range of modules that cover topics including terrorism, victimology and serial offenders.  

We place an emphasis on your future career prospects and there will be a work experience opportunity, allowing you to gain practical skills in a specific criminal justice area. Our staff, who have strong links with a range of key agencies, will help you explore a range of career options and offer advice.

Gain a solid grounding in developmental, social and cognitive psychology, as well as study how the individual develops through infancy, childhood and early adult life, the development of personality, social factors that influence behaviour, and the development of perception and human thought.

You’ll also be introduced to criminological theory, including the assumptions that underlie intervention and control, and to the criminal justice system including the police, judiciary and prisons where you'll examine the concept of justice and sentencing. You’ll learn the research skills needed to measure and interpret crime, including both qualitative and quantitative methodologies, and through optional modules in your second and third year, you’ll begin to pursue the areas that most interest you. Options are wide-ranging and include terrorism, victimology, serial offenders and forensic psychology. 

During the course you’ll explore the relationship between crime, race, gender, wealth and society, while building the skills you’ll need to undertake effective social and criminological research. In our teaching we’ll employ contemporary case studies that will make you aware of the latest challenges faced by society and the innovative ways to deal with them.

This course is unique among other criminology programmes in the UK owing to its focus on youth crime and sociology. You’ll look at issues that influence violence and crime amongst the youth, including consumerism, music, technology and sub-cultures.

London Met’s criminology and sociology lecturers have the professional experience and expert insight to help you progress through your course. You’ll be guaranteed support, allowing you to focus on your studies and get all your academic questions answered.

We’ll offer you the opportunity to undertake a work experience placement to give you the practical experience of working in the field. After graduation you’ll be ready for a career in the criminal justice system, the police, third sector organisations and more.

With professionally scrutinised modules by the British Computer Society, this career-focused course will equip you with the key skills necessary to succeed in the cyber security industry. This cutting-edge course is designed to put you at the forefront of computer security, with the curriculum regularly updated to keep up with the industry. You’ll study the prevention, detection, correction and conviction of digital crimes and enhance your essential knowledge of cyber security principles such as digital crime investigation, ethical hacking and security risk management.

As a digital crime-fighter, you’ll have the chance to boost your arsenal through exposure to specialist Forensic Tool Kits (FTK) and Mobile Phone Examiner Plus (MPE+) as well as open-source toolkits such as Kali, Metasploit and Honeypot.

Throughout the course you’ll be supported by highly qualified teaching staff who have strong links with the industry and potential employers. The tutors on your course will provide you with excellent academic guidance and careers advice throughout your studies. You'll learn all about the world of internet fraud on this intensive Cyber Security and Forensic Computing degree course. You’ll also discover techniques for stopping hackers, analysing risks and troubleshooting security issues on the latest gadgets.

You can get a taste for life at our School of Computing and Digital Media by taking a look at our showcase of recent student work.

Designed with your interests and future in mind, you’ll acquire practical data science skills, often developed by external organizations, which will prepare you for employment. Throughout your four years studying on the course you’ll also be trained in the use of up-to-date software tools and environments currently used by the industry sector. This includes tools such as Spark, Kafka, Hadoop, Oracle, SQL Server, Linux, Apache Airflow, RStudio, Python - Jupyter, Tableau, and D3 technology. You will also find opportunities to learn from real-life case scenarios.

You can get a taste for life at our School of Computing and Digital Media by taking a look at our showcase of recent student work.

During your studies you’ll be encouraged to:

• apply maths, statistics and science practice
• recognise and exploit business opportunities using data science innovation
• find a solution to domain-specific problems using data science capability
• utilise a range of coding practices
• build scalable data products for strategic or operational business and contribute through the product life cycle
• use tools such as Spark, Kafka, Hadoop, Oracle, SQL Server, Linux, Apache Airflow, RStudio, Python - Jupyter, Tableau, and D3 technology

Your learning will see you attend a variety of scheduled sessions such as lectures, tutorials, and workshops. This will be further developed by your revision of module materials and learning exercises outside of scheduled teaching hours. Throughout your learning experience you’ll find the teaching team on hand to support you.

What’s more, we have a wealth of appropriate blended learning technologies, such as the University’s virtual learning environment WebLearn, our library’s e-books and our online databases. These will further facilitate and support your learning, in particular to:

• deliver content
• encourage your active learning
• provide formative and summative assessments with prompt feedback
• enhance your course engagement

The specialist nature of this course will allow you to explore and experience advanced techniques in data science and data analytics. You’ll acquire practical skills, often first-hand from an external organisation, which will prepare you for your future as a data scientist.

You can get a taste for life at our School of Computing and Digital Media by taking a look at our showcase of recent student work.

Throughout your studies, you’ll gain an understanding of the conditions where nutrition plays a significant role in disease management. You'll develop the knowledge to provide nutrition and dietetic care for individuals, groups and populations who have or already are at risk of developing long-term health conditions.

You’ll get hands-on experience through three full-time work placements during the course. There's a two-week placement in Year 1, a 12-week placement in Year 2 and a 14-week placement in Year 3 that normally includes a public health nutrition component. Your work will primarily be in National Health Service (NHS) organisations in London and your performance will be assessed as part of your degree.

Throughout your studies, you’ll gain an understanding of the conditions where nutrition plays a significant role in disease management. You'll develop the knowledge to provide nutrition and dietetic care for individuals, groups and populations who have or already are at risk of developing long-term health conditions.

You’ll get hands-on experience through full-time placements during the course. In year two you will complete an 11 day simulated placement and two week public health placement. In year three you will complete a 12 week placement and in year four you will complete an 11 week placement.

As a Dietetics student at London Met, you’ll gain hands-on experience across a wide range of real-world health and care settings. Our diverse placement opportunities reflect current health and social care priorities, preparing you to work confidently across organisations, adapt to different environments and embrace new and emerging ways of working.

You may undertake placements in traditional NHS acute hospital settings, as well as in private, voluntary and third-sector organisations, including opportunities delivered online. We also have strong partnerships with care homes, mental health providers and public health organisations, giving you access to varied and meaningful learning experiences that reflect the realities of contemporary practice.

Our commitment to innovative, flexible placement models ensures your learning remains aligned with evolving healthcare strategies, policy developments and service redesign. Through this approach, we aim to develop a future-ready workforce equipped to meet the health and wellbeing needs of London’s diverse communities.

In the foundation year you’ll become familiar with cyber security, communication, design, mathematics and programming. This introduction will help assess your interests and prepare you for modules at a higher level. The foundation year on this course is shared with some of our other foundation year degrees, meaning in Year 0 you’ll get to study with other students interested in a number of different areas.

You’ll be trained in the protection against, as well as the detection and conviction of, digital crimes. You’ll also gain competencies in software and hardware in weekly practical demonstrations. You’ll experience demonstrations from external software vendors and have access to our Cyber Security Research Centre, which will allow you to study alongside industry partners and work on live projects. Our excellent facilities and dedicated teaching staff will ensure you have all the skills and experience you’ll need to succeed as a cyber security professional.

Following your foundation year, you will study the same course content and get the same choice of modules as those who study our Digital Forensics and Cyber Security BSc (Hons) degree.

You'll graduate with a full undergraduate degree with the same title and award as those who studied the traditional three-year course.

You can get a taste for life at our School of Computing and Digital Media by taking a look at our showcase of recent student work.

This cutting-edge course is designed to put you at the forefront of computer security, with the curriculum regularly updated to keep up with the industry. You’ll study the prevention, detection, correction and conviction of digital crimes and enhance your essential knowledge of computing principles such as programming, communication networks and information systems. In addition, the course also allows you to understand computer-related crimes, relevant laws and methodical approaches to crime investigation.

As a digital crime-fighter, you’ll have the chance to boost your arsenal through exposure to specialist computer toolkits such as Forensic Toolkit (FTK), EnCase, and mobile forensic toolkits such as Mobile Phone Examiner Plus (MPE+) and Cellebrite, as well as open-source toolkits such as Kali Linux and Metasploit.

Throughout the course you’ll be supported by highly-qualified teaching staff who have strong links with the industry and potential employers. The tutors on your course will provide you with excellent academic guidance, pastoral care and careers advice throughout your studies.

You can get a taste for life at our School of Computing and Digital Media by taking a look at our showcase of recent student work.

We place emphasis on providing students with exceptional support to help them settle into university, excel academically and become competitive in the job market. You’ll not only receive support from your tutors but also be able to take advantage of workshops designed to improve your study and future career skills.  There will also be opportunities to get involved with extracurricular activities and join societies, which will help you make the most of your university experience and gain a range of transferable skills.

During the foundation year you’ll be introduced to a range of cultural and contextual practices within creative practice and digital media fields. You’ll focus on developing the ability to ask questions, analyse arguments, think independently and reach conclusions relating to art, design and media. The modules will also introduce you to different formats common across creative practices, providing you with the techniques and methods that will be necessary in the production, management and evaluation of digital media.

In the subsequent three years of your study you’ll join students on the standard course. You can learn more about what you’ll study during the final three year by visiting our Digital Media BA (Hons) course page. If, by the end of your foundation year, you’d like to change your degree specialism there will be flexibility for you to do this.

You can get a taste for life at our School of Computing and Digital Media by taking a look at our showcase of recent student work.

We’ll prepare you to critically engage with current trends in digital media design and production, develop practical, industry-valued skills on professional-standard equipment and expand your capacity for creativity and innovation. We provide the latest versions of industry standard digital imaging, web, mobile and web design, video post-production, scripting and 3D animation software.

From design concept to production you'll learn how to create a variety of media projects and produce a personal portfolio of work to showcase your skills to potential employers.

London has the most diverse and fastest growing technology sector in the UK and is the ideal place to study digital media.

Additionally, guest lectures from industry professionals, visits and work placements provide you with great networking opportunities.

Studying at London Met also allows you to engage and collaborate with students and practitioners from other areas of creative practice through projects and events.

The School of Computing and Digital Media are members of The Independent Games Developers Association (TIGA), enhancing the teaching of the video game-related modules in particular.

You can get a taste for life at our School of Computing and Digital Media by taking a look at our showcase of recent student work.

Assessment is portfolio-based, allowing you to demonstrate your progress in a variety of ways, including reflections, presentations, research tasks and essays. The year concludes with a final exhibition where you can showcase your achievements. You’ll also take part in dedicated sessions with your Early Childhood Studies tutors, so you’ll feel fully prepared for the next stage of your degree.

Your foundation year will be shared with students from other degree programmes, giving you the opportunity to widen your perspectives and connect your learning across disciplines. You’ll receive dedicated academic and pastoral support from tutors, and the flexible assessment style ensures you can demonstrate your progress in ways that feel meaningful to you. In the three years following foundation, you’ll study the same modules as those on the standard degree path.

To learn more about the modules and content on the Early Childhood Studies BA (Hons), visit our course page. At the end of your foundation year there will be flexibility to change your specialism.