Course Overview

As technology and converging technology infiltrate and disrupt every global industry, now is the time to study computer science. 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) Computer Science 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'll progress on to the full BSc (Hons) Computer Science degree course, which is accredited by the British Computer Society, the chartered institute of IT.

During your studies, you will develop a broad understanding of computing by completing specially-designed projects and learn methodical approaches to the analysis, design, development, testing and maintenance of object-oriented systems using the Java language.

You will:

• Gain programming practice through design, implementation and testing, with appreciation of more sophisticated programming behaviour

• Learn the principles of relational database management system, measuring their implementation and efficiency using emerging trends

• Explore the theory and practice of website design, understanding human-computer interaction and designing and analysing user interfaces

• Use real-time 3D graphics toolkits, and expand your Java knowledge to use C++ programming language

• Build the technical skills and confidence ready to progress to the computer science undergraduate degree

General Eligibility

GCSE

English and Maths at grade C/level 4 or above (or equivalent). 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).