BSC (HONS) COMPUTING WITH FOUNDATION YEAR

Course Features

Campus:

London, Birmingham or Manchester

Duration:

4 years

Available Starts:

October, February and June

Tariff Points:

N/A

Institution Code:

N/A

Information about course

Overview
Structure and content
Teaching and assessment
Entry requirements
Employability

Do you have a passion for computing? Are you fascinated by modern technologies?

This degree programme focuses on the technical aspects of computing, placing a strong emphasis on programming skills. This will help you to attain the vital technical knowledge required to pursue a range of IT careers, as well as the transferable employability skills needed to secure your first role.

The BSc (Hons) Computing with Foundation Year is a hands-on degree programme that encourages students to develop an extensive knowledge of computer programming. You will have the opportunity to develop these skills by designing, building and implementing computer systems, culminating in a major final-year software development project.

All modules are core and are worth 20 credits unless specified.

FOUNDATION YEAR

Problem Solving
Foundation Mathematics
Group Technology Project
Digital Media Technologies
Foundation Computing
Individual Degree Related Project

YEAR 1

UX – User Experience
Introduction to Networks and Security
Problem Solving Through Programming
Introduction to Databases
Data Analysis Tools and Application
Web Technologies

YEAR 2

Advanced Database Systems
Object Oriented Development
Analytics & Business Intelligence
Research Methods Project
Human-Computer Interaction
Web Application Development

YEAR 3

Contemporary Web Applications
UX Strategies
Data Science
Industrial Consulting Project
Dissertation Project (40 credits)

You’ll be taught using a range of teaching methods that include lectures, seminars and laboratory sessions, totalling 9-12 hours per week. You will also be expected to engage in independent study, around 38 hours per week.

You will have access to Solent’s virtual learning environment that provides quick online access to assignments, lecture notes, suggested reading and other course information.

Assessments are based on coursework and exams.

EVENING AND WEEKEND STUDY

One of our study options available for UK students include evenings and weekends.

This study option offers exactly the same levels of student support and the ability to balance your full-time studies with your personal life.

To study this programme, you will need to meet the following entry requirements:

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

48 UCAS points
A minimum of two completed A-levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma at PPP or BTEC Diploma at MP or equivalent.
GCSE English at grade 4 or above (previously grade C).
We will consider mature students who haven’t recently undertaken a formalised course of study at A-level or equivalent, but who can demonstrate relevant workplace or voluntary experience, indicating their ability to complete the course successfully.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

GCSE English at Grade 4 or above (previously grade C)
IELTS 5.5 with no component less than 5.0 in each band, or equivalent. (Alternatively, applicants can sit the QA Higher Education English test)

INTERVIEW

Attend an Admissions or Academic interview.
The admissions interview is to help us understand who you are and why you would like to study a particular course.
The academic interview is offered to candidates whose qualifications are below the entry requirements or who have not been in education for a while (the interviewer will assess your knowledge in the specific field).

This course provides the academic skills and professional qualifications you’ll need to pursue a career in a wide range of areas. Graduates of this course possess a broad array of skills and specialisms, making them well suited for a diverse range of computing roles, from software development or IT support to web development and networking.

Suitable roles for graduates include:

Software Development
Web Design
IT Support
Network Management
Project Management
Database Management

Examples of employment obtained by recent graduates include working for Ordix AG, Bottomline Technologies, FDM Group, Dev Net Mobile AG and Accenture.