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Computer Science with Foundation Year, BSc (Hons), University of West London

the United Kingdom

University of West London

Study options for this course

The award How you will study Study duration Course start Domestic course fees International course fees
BSc (Hons)Full-time4 yearsSeptemberGBP 9250GBP 11500
BSc (Hons)Full-time4 yearsSeptemberGBP 0GBP 0

About Computer Science with Foundation Year, BSc (Hons) - at University of West London

Course summary

No.1 for student satisfaction for Computer Science courses in London - The Complete University Guide 2018.

Overview
IT skills have never been in higher demand, so we've developed this degree to help you gain the key skills and knowledge valued by today's businesses. To prepare you for employment, this course focuses on practical skills, influenced by the latest research and by industry requirements.

Why choose this course?
This course covers theory and practice, ranging from essential skills to exciting topics such as Artificial Intelligence. You'll learn about the fundamentals and science behind computing and software development. Practical learning includes designing and developing software systems for a variety of applications, ranging from mobile systems to large scale applications for enterprises.

The School of Computing and Engineering was voted best modern university for this discipline in the National Student Survey 2015, giving your Computer Science degree the competitive edge.

Our membership of the Academic Developer Programme and Alliance of leading firms is further testament to our expertise in the field, and we are also in the process of seeking British Computer Society Accreditation.



Career and study progression
IT graduates generally have a good record of achieving employment and progressing in their professional work. Popular paths for graduates from this course include web development and software architecture.

You may also wish to undertake postgraduate study to specialise in a subject you've already studied, or to explore something new.

For more details please see the Career and study progression section.

Other options available for BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Foundation Year

  • Full time - September 2018, Ealing site

Fees

Fees for home and EU students

Main fee£9,250

Fees for overseas students

Main fee£11,500Find out if you are a home or overseas student.

Funding

Help with funding is available to a range of students, whether you are studying full or part-time, in your home country or overseas.

You may be eligible for a student loan to cover the cost of tuition fees or a maintenance loan to support you during your studies. Additional funding is available to some types of students, such as those with dependants, disabled students and more. Find out more about applying for student loans and other funding options.

We also offer a range of scholarships and bursaries to help you. Current scholarships include:

  • Full Time Undergraduate Bursary: a £3,000 award for new undergraduate students.
  • Path to Success Scholarship: a £4,000 award for students on a four-year degree course with a foundation year. 

Other scholarships are also available, including awards for specific subjects. Find out more and check your eligibility for the scholarships and bursaries listed above.

Please note fees are paid for each year of study unless otherwise stated. You will be required to re-enrol and pay fees at the beginning of each academic year. Fees may be subject to government regulations on fee increases. Future inflationary increases will be applied to each subsequent year of the course, subject to government regulations on fee increases.

Notes about fees for this course

Fees for our 2017 courses have not yet been released.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

You will need 72 UCAS Tariff points (or their equivalent).
We may ask you to attend an interview before we make you an offer.

We also welcome applicants with no formal qualifications. These applicants will be considered on an individual basis taking into account their professional/work/life experiences and their ability to engage with, and benefit from, the course. These applicants (with no formal qualifications) will be interviewed and invited to discuss their portfolio of work. They will only be offered a place if they are able to demonstrate a level of intellectual curiosity and organisational ability such that they have the potential to be successful on the course.

International students need to meet our English language requirement at either IELTS at 6.0 or above and a minimum of 5.5 for each of the 4 individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening).

In some countries where teaching is in English, we may accept local qualifications. Please visit http://www.uwl.ac.uk/international/your-country to check for local equivalencies.

We offer pre-sessional English language courses if you do not meet these requirements. Find out more about our English Language courses

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