University of East Anglia UEA

BSc Computing Science with a Foundation Year

University of East Anglia UEA

Course overview

The University of East Anglia BSc Computing Science foundation year course is for individuals who do not have the required academic background to begin the standard three-year degree at once. You will gain a good foundation in computing, programming, and mathematics in the first year before progressing to the main BSc Computing Science degree. 

After the first year is complete, you will be included in the regular degree where you undertake subjects such as Artificial Intelligence, data management and app development and learn programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++. You will learn through lectures, seminars, and extensive practical lab work that uses current industry software development tools and practices. 

Students will be assessed through individual and group coursework, which may include written reports, presentations, demonstrations, and time-limited examinations. This structure is intended to equip students with practical and transferable skills, including teamwork and project management, for their subsequent studies and professional careers.

Entry requirements

Candidates need to submit a personal statement, a relevant academic and/or employer reference, and students have the option to upload their CVs along with their applications to demonstrate any relevant work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • For UK applicants, the typical offer is CCC from A-Levels, with a contextual offer of CDD. BTEC students typically require a Level 3 Extended Diploma at grade MMM. International Baccalaureate students need 28 points overall. 

  • The university accepts international qualifications that are equivalent to A-levels.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds must score 6.5 overall in the IELTS, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component (reading, writing, listening, and speaking). 

  • The University also accepts several other recognised English language qualifications, such as TOEFL and PTE.

Scholarships

  • International UG Merit Scholarship

    Year 1 Entry - £5,000 or £10,000; Year 2 - £5,000 or £4,000.

  • Music Scholarship

    Total Value: £3,000; Annual Value: £1,000

    Up to £3,000

  • The North Walsham Vikings RFC Bursary

    Minimum of £500 per scholarship. This amount may be higher, but it is at the discretion of the club and dependent on the number of recipients and level of ability.

    Up to £500

  • University of Sanctuary Scholarship

    Undergraduate level: the Home rate (£9,535 per annum) and an annual bursary (£9000); Postgraduate taught level: the Home rate (£10,675 per annum) and an annual bursary (£9000).

Career opportunities

Graduates of this course work as:

  • Software Engineer

  • Systems Analyst

  • Data Scientist

  • Artificial Intelligence Developer

  • Programmer

  • Web or App Developer

Cost of study

The tuition fee for International students taking the BSc Computing Science with a Foundation Year at UEA is £29,300 per year of study.

Admission

International students can apply for the University of East Anglia BSc Computing Science Foundation Year course through UCAS. Our experienced advisors are available to assist you.

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