Length of course

One-year full-time, as the first year (Credit Level 3) of a full-time four- or five-year (sandwich) degree programme

Location:

Central London (Cavendish)

UCAS codes

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If your results are just below the entry qualifications for our degrees, or you have an equivalent non-standard background, then this course is designed to improve your knowledge and skills and progress to any of the degree courses offered by the School. The course represents the Foundation year (Credit Level 3) of the modular scheme, and it is an integral part of the extended range of BSc Honours degree courses in computer science and electronics. It provides an informal and adult environment in which you can acquire the confidence and skills to study effectively at degree level.

Course content

The course will provide you with an introduction to all major areas of computing together with the necessary mathematical background. Emphasis is placed on the development of your analytical and practical skills necessary to start one of our degree courses. Hands-on experience will enable you to become competent in the use of computers in a range of business and industrial applications.

Subjects of study include:

• Computer Programming
• Computer Science
• Games Design Project
• Mathematics
• Professional and Transferable Skills
• Spreadsheets and Databases
• Webpage Design

Teaching and assessment

You will study eight modules. Most modules include lectures provided each week. Tutorial seminar classes are also offered each week to provide a stimulating environment for you to work through examples and case studies, experiment with hands-on solutions in the labs, engage in group discussions, and gain immediate feedback and support from tutors. Course work is often based around written reports, laboratory practical tests, in-class theory tests, participation in group discussions, and individual and group project work. Some modules may include end of module exams.

Associated careers

Completion of this Foundation year course will allow you to progress on to one of the named computing degrees.