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Computing (including foundation year)
- 2 Study options
- Undergraduate
- Holloway
Course summary
Why study this course?
If you’re interested in studying computing but you don’t have the necessary qualifications, our Computing (including foundation year) BSc degree can provide you with an alternative route into higher education. This four-year course is accredited by the British Computer Society and will teach you the fundamentals of computing, cyber security, mathematics and programming.
More about this course
Our Computing (including foundation year) BSc (Hons) degree is the ideal course if you're interested in studying computing but don't have the neccessary requirements to start a standard undergraduate degree. The course begins with a preparatory year to help build your confidence and increase your skills. The foundation year on this course is shared with other foundation degrees, you’ll get to study alongside other students who are interested in a variety of specialisms.
In your foundation year you’ll learn the fundamentals of cyber security, design and communication, programming and mathematics. This knowledge will serve you well as you proceed into the following three years of the course. You’ll also have access to our world-class facilities including our Cisco labs, Cyber Security Research Centre and Intelligent Systems Research Group.
After your foundation year there will be flexibility to change your degree specialism should you wish to. Our tutors will be there to support you from the very beginning, helping you to recognise your strengths and pushing you to succeed on this four-year course.
You'll graduate with a full undergraduate degree with the same title and award as those who studied the traditional three-year course.
After you have completed the foundation year you will continue to study the same modules and course content as students on our Computing BSc (Hons) degree.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Holloway
Study options
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • 4 Years
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Part-Time • 8 Years
Start dates
Application codes
- Institution code:
- L68
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
London Metropolitan University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Application codes
- Institution code:
- L68
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.
Course optionsEntry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
UCAS TariffOffer: 32
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English Language and Mathematics at grade C/grade 4 or above (or equivalent, eg Functional Skills at Level 2). Applicants who meet the UCAS points criteria but who obtained a grade D/grade 3 in English and/or Maths at GCSE may be offered a University test in these areas
English language requirements
To study a degree at London Met, you must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the English language. If you require a Tier 4 student visa you may need to provide the results of a Secure English Language Test (SELT) such as Academic IELTS. For more information about English qualifications please see our English language requirements. If you need (or wish) to improve your English before starting your degree, the University offers a Pre-sessional Academic English course to help you build your confidence and reach the level of English you require.https://www.londonmet.ac.uk/international/applying/english-language-requirements/undergraduate/
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
This course may have Historical entry grades data available, please select a course option to view.
Course optionsFees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland | £10050 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
The tuition fees for year 1 of this course are charged at £10,050 per year for Home/UK full time students and £2,510 per 30 credit module for Home/UK part time students. The following academic years will be charged at the government capped rate.
Please note, in addition to the tuition fee there may be additional costs for things such as equipment, materials, printing, textbooks, trips or professional body fees. Additionally, there may be other activities that are not formally part of your course and not required to complete your course, but which you may find helpful (for example, optional field trips). The costs of these are additional to your tuition fee and the fees set out above and will be notified when the activity is being arranged.
Course contact details
Enquiries team
Email:courseenquiries@londonmet.ac.uk
London Metropolitan University
Admissions Office
166-220 Holloway Road
City of London
N7 8DB
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