Top-up Courses

A Top-Up degree is your way of taking your knowledge and experience to the next level. These courses will bring your Foundation degree or Higher National Diploma qualifications to a full honours degree.

Studying a Top-up degree

You'll learn from academics who are leaders in their respective fields and explore areas that interest you. As an undergraduate student, you’ll belong to a vibrant community of over 27,500 students across our North East, London, and Hong Kong campuses. You'll be taught by warm and engaging academic staff whose main aim is to help you get somewhere after you’ve completed your degree with us.

We have everything in place to set you up for your dream career; ranging from careers and placement support to entrepreneurial and freelance facilities on campus to help you set up your own business.

For your downtime, you’ll be able to explore everything that the vibrant city of London has to offer. There are plenty of museums, independent bars and restaurants, you can take a stroll though the lush parks or take a boat ride on the River Thames.

Why us?

We're a top 50 UK University (Guardian University Guide 2024).
With classes taking place over two days a week, our timetable fits around you.

Our small campus and open-door policy means you’re in a supportive, friendly environment.
We have four intakes a year, so you can start your studies at a time convenient for you.