Our Computer Science degrees focus on how software and programming work to solve real world problems, together with advanced specialist content Computer Science, Games Technology, CyberSecurity or Data Science. The course will prepare you for a successful career in the technical areas of computer science by developing skills in analysis, design and programming as well as the specialisms.
Course Details - Modules
The Foundation Year consists of 120 credits. You will take the following six core modules:
- Introduction to Programming with Python (20 credits)
- Web Development (20 credits)
- Computer Fundamentals (20 credits)
- Discrete Mathematics (20 credits)
- Introduction to Probability and Statistics (20 credits)
- Employability and Transferable Skills (20 credits)
Course Details – Assessment Method
The Foundation Year employs continuous assessment based around frequent class tests and group work. Students can also expect a higher number of contact hours per week (around 14 hours) in the form of teaching and tutorials, than in the subsequent years of our Computer Science degrees where self-study plays a larger part. For Years 1, 2, and 3 see our BSc and MSci Computer Science, Games Technology, Cyber Security and Data Science web pages.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
G1DF
Institution code:
C60
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Foundation
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
GCE A-Level subjects such as: Maths OR Further Maths OR IT OR Computing OR Computer Science.
Access subjects such as: Computing OR Electronics with Software Engineering OR Computer Science & Maths.
Subjects such as IT (Software Development), Computing or Computer Science
We also welcome a combination of qualifications, for example: BTEC National Diploma in a relevant subject with a GCE A-Level as listed AND/OR BTEC Subsidiary Diploma with 2 GCE A-Levels as listed. OCR Technical Qualifications and Cambridge Pre-U (principle subjects) may also be considered.
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
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English language requirements
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Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
74%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
70%
Go onto work and study:
85%
Fees and funding
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Provider information
Northampton Square
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City of London
EC1V 0HB
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