This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
City of Sunderland College has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
The FdSc Computer Science is an exciting new course that focuses on the technical skills required for a career in each of the three pathways; data modelling, software development and cyber security. Alongside these technical skills, students enrolled on the course develop the necessary employability and social awareness skills needed to progress. By progressing through level 4 and 5 of the programme, the aim is to increase your subject knowledge within your chosen pathway alongside developing the supplementary employability skills required to succeed.
Modules
(Pathway Dependent) Year 1 modules include: • Professional Practice • Innovation and digital enterprise • Programming • Security Fundamentals • Network Architecture Fundamentals • Big Data Year 2 modules include: • Business Intelligence • Internet of Things • Innovation and Emerging Technology • Advanced Cloud Computing • Applied Cryptography • Computing Project
Assessment method
By the end of this programme learners will be able to: • Develop a strong understanding of the role of an IT professional, demonstrating technical competence, commercial and social awareness. • Apply the theoretical and practical knowledge of computing concepts in order to create, test and implement computational solutions to complex problems. • Use innovation and creativity to meet societal, business and end user requirements. • Have demonstratable ability and confidence to utilise transferable employability skills in a range of career opportunities.
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- COM5
- Institution code:
- C69
- Campus name:
- Bede Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
Unable to accept International Applicants
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £6165 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6165 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6165 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6165 | 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
The following course-related costs are not included in the fees:
• Any trips/enrichment activities through the year. These will be optional and may not all incur a cost
Sponsorship information
We are unable to support Visa Applications.
Provider information
City of Sunderland College
Bede Centre
Durham Road
Sunderland
SR3 4AH