| The award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FdSc | Full-time | 2 years | September | - | - |
Overview
Set yourself up for a career in the computing industries with this foundation degree. You'll pick up the foundations of web development, network and database design, and programming for apps. You'll then dig into the advanced skills and knowledge in subjects that interest you, such as cyber security, business connectivity or social media.
You'll turn your curiosity about computers into the skills employers in the IT sector are looking for, and learn how to apply your skills to meeting society's needs through technological solutions.
When you finish the course, you'll be two thirds of the way to a full Honours degree, and you'll have the opportunity to do some further study with us and convert your degree into our BSc (Hons) Computing.
Course highlights
Careers and opportunities
This course is shaped around current information technology practice, meaning it can improve your computing career prospects. You'll also have the option to top up to a Bachelor's degree after you graduate.
You'll undertake work-related learning as part of your study, and learn the theory and practice used in web and mobile development, system design and analysis, or commercial system development.
What can you do with a Computing FdSc?
You'll develop the skills and knowledge for a role such as:
After you finish the course, you can get help, advice and support for up to 5 years from our Careers and Employability service as you advance in your career.
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48-56 points to include 1 A level, or equivalent. Other qualifications such as vocational A levels (AVCE) & T Levels, BTECs and Access courses will also be considered.
All shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview in support of their application.
English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 5.5 with no component score below 5.0.
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