Course Overview
Our four-year BSc (Hons) Computing with Foundation Year course is a flexible and far-reaching undergraduate course designed to support you with focused attention, industry insights and excellent IT resources. The programme draws on key elements from other study pathways to give you a wide-ranging, industry-informed learning experience.
As you progress, you will have the opportunity to focus on aspects of the subject that you have personal interests and strengths in or that support your long-term career or study goals. Our foundation year offers an excellent grounding in the fundamentals of computing, programming and mathematics. It is designed to prepare you for degree level study.
Our excellent team of highly experienced lecturers which provide meaningful and personalised interaction with our dedicated and enthusiastic students.
Why study this course?
- This foundation year course will prepare you to move onto the full degree programme and with computing technologies playing a greater role in all aspects of modern life, graduates find their skills in high demand across a wide range of industries.
- A computing degree combines theoretical study and practical projects where you can learn subject specific skills such as programming, systems, databases, computer platforms, website production and networking.
- The soft skills that a computing degree can equip you with include communication, leadership and organisational skills, all of which are highly sought after by employers.
BSc (Hons) Computing with Foundation Year is offered by University of Greater Manchester in partnership with RCL. Students can choose from flexible class schedules such as Evening, allowing them to balance education with other commitments. The programme is offered in Full Time study modes, ensuring accessibility for learners. It supports various academic pathways, including Bachelors levels, making it suitable for a wide range of students seeking professional or academic advancement. This course is available across key study locations including London. To help you navigate, direct Google Maps links are provided for each location.
Available Campuses for BSc (Hons) Computing with Foundation Year
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Holborn
2-10 Princeton St, London WC1R 4BH
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English Language Requirement
Foundation Year
CET / IELTS
- Overall 5.0
- No less than 4.5 in any component
Duolingo
- Overall 85
- No less than 65 in any area
Pearson Versant
- Overall 41
- No component below 37
Level 4 (Undergraduate)
CET / IELTS
- Overall 6.0
- No less than 5.5 in any component
Duolingo
- Overall 110
- No less than 100 in any area
Pearson Versant
- Overall 51
- No component below 46
HNC
CET / IELTS
- Overall 5.5
- Minimum 5.5 in Reading and Writing
- Minimum 5.0 in Speaking and Listening
Duolingo
- Overall 100
- Minimum 100 in Literacy, Comprehension and Production
- Minimum 85 in Conversation
Pearson Versant
- Overall 46
- No component below 41
- Minimum 46 in Reading and Writing
BEng
CET / IELTS
- Overall 6.0
- No less than 5.5 in any band
Duolingo
- Overall 110
- No less than 100 in any area
Pearson Versant
- Overall 51
- No component below 46
Postgraduate
CET / IELTS
- Overall 6.0
- No less than 5.5 in any band
Duolingo
- Overall 110
- No less than 100 in any area
Pearson Versant
- Overall 51
- No component below 46
Entry Requirements
Foundation Year
Standard Entry
Applicants must meet one of the following:
- Minimum of 32 UCAS points from Level 3 qualifications
- Level 3 Certificate/Diploma (Pass)
- UK ENIC (formerly UK NARIC) confirmed Level 3 equivalent
- 5 UK GCSEs at grades A*–C (or 9–4) including English and Maths (or equivalent)
Mature Applicant Route (Non-Standard Entry)
Applicants aged 21+ without formal Level 3 qualifications may be considered based on:
- Minimum 2 years relevant work experience
- Up-to-date CV
- Verifiable, detailed work reference
- Personal statement / interview (if required)
- Academic ISM (if applicable)
Undergraduate – Level 4
Standard Entry
- Level 3 Certificate/Diploma
- OR
- UK ENIC confirmed A Level equivalent
Non-Standard Entry
- Minimum 2 years relevant work experience
- Portfolio of Work
- Up-to-date CV
- Verifiable, detailed work reference
Postgraduate
Standard Entry
- Bachelor’s Honours Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject
- Appropriate work experience evidenced on CV
Degree Not in Relevant Subject
- Bachelor’s Honours Degree
- Minimum 2 years relevant work experience
- Up-to-date CV
- Verifiable, detailed work reference
- Academic ISM
Non-Standard Entry
- Ordinary Degree (or equivalent) in relevant subject + minimum 2 years relevant work experience
- OR
- Minimum 5 years relevant work experience (without a degree)
- Up-to-date CV
- Verifiable, detailed work reference
- Non-Standard Panel Approval
- Academic ISM
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