Computer Science (Including Foundation Year) BSc (Hons) (Full-time)
London Metropolitan University
Program description
Computer Science (Including Foundation Year) BSc (Hons) (Full-time)
Why study this course?
Our Computer Science (Including Foundation Year) BSc (Hons) degree has a built-in foundation year designed to teach you the fundamentals of computer science, preparing you for the following three years of your course.
If you don’t have the traditional qualifications needed to start an undergraduate degree this course provides the perfect start to your computing career.
Our Computer Science (Including Foundation Year) BSc (Hons) degree will help you specialise in the design and implementation of modern software systems.
During your foundation year you’ll learn to use a range of tools and development platforms designed to help you understand the role of computer-based systems. You’ll focus on the fundamentals of programming, cyber-attack prevention, computer networking and mathematics. These skills will help you progress through the following three years of the course.The foundation year on this course is shared with a number of other computing-related foundation degrees, which allows you to study with students who are interested in a variety of different subjects.
Admission requirements
In addition to the University's standard entry requirements, you should have:
- At least one A level (or a minimum of 32 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification, eg BTEC Subsidiary/National/BTEC Extended Diploma)
- English Language and Mathematics GCSEs at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent, eg Functional Skills at Level 2)
If you meet the UCAS points criteria but obtained a D/3 in English and/or Maths at GCSE you may be offered a University test in these areas.
For more information about admission requirements, please visit the university website.
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Learn moreProgram content
- Cyber Security Fundamentals
- Introduction to Robotics and Internet of Things
- Mathematics
- Programming
- Computer Hardware and Software Architectures
- Fundamentals of Computing
- Introduction to Information Systems
- Logic and Mathematical Techniques
- Programming
- Data Structures and Specialist Programming
- Databases
- Networks and Operating Systems
- Professional Issues, Ethics and Computer Law
- Software Engineering
- Distributed and Internet Systems
- Formal Specification & Software Implementation
- Mobile Applications
- Project
- Creating a Winning Business 2
- Work Related Learning II
Modules and module details are subject to change over time
Scholarships & funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Tuition fees
- UK/EU students: £9,250 per year
- International students: £12,700 per year
Career opportunities
Completing this degree will give you the skills needed to work in a variety of IT professions. You could find employment in computer-aided design (CAD), cyber security, forensic computer analysis, games development, software engineering, search engine optimisation (SEO), IT consultancy, web development and data analysis amongst many others.
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London Metropolitan University
Based in England’s historic capital city, London Metropolitan University has a rich history of education with its roots dating back to 1848. Taking its current form following a merger of two well-renowned universities in 2002, it offers a wide range...
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