Course Overview

Learn how to create Software systems that are integral part of modern society. This foundation year pathway is designed to help you build both a strong foundation in computer systems and programming so you are ready to progress on to the full BSc (Hons) Software Engineering degree.

This pathway is designed for students who are want to study the full honours degree, but don’t meet the direct entry requirements. On successful completion of the foundation year, you will progress on to the full honours software engineering degree, which is accredited by the BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT.

You will:

• Build practical skills, subject knowledge and real-world understanding to become a professional software engineer

• Learn theoretical knowledge needed to adapt your skills as programming, languages and techniques evolve

• Develop methodical approaches to the analysis, design, development, testing and maintenance of object-oriented systems using the Java language

• Gain the ability to translate concepts into reality through the use of technology

• Build the technical skills and confidence ready to progress to the software engineering undergraduate degree

General Eligibility

GCSE

English Language and Mathematics at grade C/grade 4 or above

You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements as well as one of the requirements listed below.

UCAS tariff points

64 UCAS points where qualifications include either Mathematics or Computing to A-Level or equivalent standard.

72 UCAS points from any subject combination without Mathematics or Computing.

A level

64 UCAS points where qualifications include either mathematics or computing.

72 UCAS points from any subject combination without mathematics or computing.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• The IELTS score for international applicants is 6 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).