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Computer Science (With Foundation Year) at University of Bedfordshire - UCAS

Course summary

From education and healthcare to entertainment and communication, computer science underpins almost every area of today’s increasingly digital world. On this course, you build a strong foundation of understanding before specialising in exciting new fields at the forefront of technological advancement. In addition, you gain the highly desirable critical thinking and practical skills sought after by world-leading employers. Foundation Year In the Foundation year you will study three days per week. The focus will be on academic writing skills and numeracy, plus subject-specific content to fully prepare you for entry to an Undergraduate degree. It provides a balance between content related to your chosen subject and the range of wider skills required for undergraduate study. This is an integrated four-year degree, with the foundation year as a key part of the course. You will be required to pass the foundation year in order to progress to the first year of your degree. This course is ideal for those who do not meet our standard entry requirements or those with a non-standard educational background. It will allow you to graduate with a full undergraduate degree in your chosen subject in four years. Course Accreditation/Industry Endorsement

  • This course is fully accredited by the British Computer Society (BSC), the Chartered Institute for IT, meaning you qualify for chartered IT professional (CITP) status once you graduate.
  • Our course is also recognised under the Seoul Accord, meeting international standards for the academic preparation of computing professionals and making your degree relevant to employers worldwide.
Facilities and Specialist Equipment
  • High-tech CCNA Academy computer networking suite.
  • Specialised IT security laboratory.
  • Dedicated computing rooms.
  • Cutting-edge technology such as MATLAB simulation software and virtualised environments.
  • Modern, purpose-built STEM building with bespoke learning spaces and group study hubs.
Partnerships and Collaborations
  • We have partnered with IXL to offer third-year students the opportunity to undertake further Agile project management certification.
Your Student Experience
  • Keep up to date with state-of-the-art technologies, thanks to our blend of theoretical and hands-on learning, informed by the latest industry developments.
  • Study computer systems architecture to better understand hardware, software, networks and operating systems, all of which are required for designing efficient and scalable solutions.
  • Gain the ability to understand and produce software based on critical thinking and logical reasoning alongside developing knowledge of algorithm design and problem solving.
  • Benefit from the expertise of our highly qualified, research-active academics, many of whom act as consultants in their fields.
  • Extend your learning through field trips to sites such as Bletchley Park.
  • Be guided by our dedicated academic success tutors, there to support you through your studies.

Modules

Areas of study include:

  • Databases and Computer Networks
  • Fundamentals of Computer Science
  • Mathematics and Concepts for Computational Thinking
  • Principles of Programming and Data Structures
  • Concepts and Technologies of Artificial Intelligence
  • Desktop Applications Development and Software Engineering
  • Operational Information Security Management
  • Systems Development and Modern Database Practices
  • Web Technologies and Platforms
  • Agile Project Management
  • Distributed Service Architectures
  • Undergraduate Project in Computer Science
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Professional bodies

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

  • British Computer Society

How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
I7FY
Institution code:
B22
Campus name:
Luton Campus
Campus code:
D

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Foundation

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Applicants with other qualifications and/or work experience will be considered. If you would like to check that your qualifications will be accepted please contact the university.


Student Outcomes

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85%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
90%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9250 Year 1

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

For information on the 2024 fees please refer to our website, https://www.beds.ac.uk/howtoapply/money/fees/
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