Computer Science with Foundation Year

Don't have the traditional entry requirements to start a degree? Get a solid grounding in the disciplines underpinning computer science through an additional foundation year, gaining hands-on skills across a range of topics.

Comprehensive foundation year
The initial year introduces you to the fundamentals of computing and electronic systems, including programming and software development, ensuring you're well-prepared for advanced study.

Access to cutting-edge facilities
Benefit from specialist equipment and innovative laboratories in our engineering and design facility, providing hands-on experience with various hardware and software configurations.

Seamless progression to specialised degrees
Upon successful completion of the foundation year, progress directly into one of several computing degrees, such as Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cyber Security, or Games Development, tailoring your education to your career goals.

This course is for you if...

• you're interested in computing but need to build foundational knowledge before pursuing a full degree

• you enjoy problem-solving and have a keen interest in technology

• you're eager to gain hands-on experience with various hardware and software configurations

• you aspire to work in roles such as software developer, systems analyst, or IT consultant.

Course Modules

Foundation year
During this foundation year, we'll introduce you to how computers and electronic systems operate. You will write computer programmes and develop an understanding of software development. An individual project is designed to help you progress to the computing degree you want to study. Provided you achieve a pass level of 50 per cent or above, you can progress to the first year of any of our computing degrees.