Computer Science (with Foundation Year) | Oxford Brookes University

Course summary

Is your interest in information systems or software product development? What about software engineering or data structures? On our Computer Science (with Foundation Year) degree, you can take your first step into computer science. The course starts with a foundation year in computing, building confidence and essential academic skills before progressing to the degree. Through your learning and development, you will build everything you need for a successful career in any area of computing.

You will solve difficult problems and sharpen your technical skills. Beyond the classroom, you can get involved in our award-winning Formula Student autonomous team, one of the UK's finest. It provides an opportunity to learn through a fun, educational competition. Societies such as Computing and Gaming are also a great way to develop your interests and make friends.

You will be part of a community that values teamwork and innovation. The IceCube, our innovation hub supported by the Royal Society, provides a space for you to develop your ideas and entrepreneurial ambitions.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

British Computer Society

Ways to study this course

Campuses

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Study options

BSc (Hons) • Full-time including foundation year • 4 Years
BSc (Hons) • Full-time with year in industry • 5 Years
BSc (Hons) • Full-time with time abroad and foundation year • 5 Years

Start dates

Application codes

Course code:: G4F3
Institution code:: O66

Oxford Brookes 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

Course code:: G4F3
Institution code:: O66

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Entry requirements

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