22May
Undergraduate This course has restrictions on who can apply - Find out more
City, University of London has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
This computer science foundation year is a perfect gateway to studying on one of City’s Computer Science degrees and will suit you if you have an interest in how software technologies are built and work. The Foundation route will allow you to improve your computing skills and acclimatise to University teaching and assessment styles, with a view to joining one of our Computer Science, Games Technology, Cyber Security and Data Science degrees the following year. Although the computer science foundation year does not confer an official award, successful completion will enable entry onto one of City's Computer Science courses, including:
- BSc Computer Science
- BSc Computer Science with Games Technology
- MSci Computer Science
- MSci Computer Science with Games Technology
- MSci Computer Science with Cyber Security
- MSci Data Science.
Modules
In your foundation year you will develop your understanding for the fundamentals of Computer Science with six core modules introducing you to the basics.
- Introduction to Programming with Python
- Web Development
- Computer Fundamentals
- Discrete Mathematics
- Introduction to Probability and Statistics
- Employability and Transferable Skills
Assessment method
The Foundation Programme employs continuous assessment based around frequent class tests and group work. Students can also expect a higher number of contact hours per week (around 14 hours) in the form of teaching and tutorials, than in the subsequent years of our Computer Science degrees where self-study plays a larger part. The approximate percentage of the course assessment, based on 2018/19 entry is as follows: Foundation year 50% written, 50% coursework.
How to apply
31Jan
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:
- G4GF
- Institution code:
- C60
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
International applicants
Note that the Foundation route is only open to UK students
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 96 points
A level - CCC
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 27 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - Pass (C and above)
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
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 |
| EU | £20080 | Year 1 |
| International | £20080 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £20080 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £20080 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
City, University of London
Northampton Square
City of London
EC1V 0HB