BSc Computer Science with a Foundation Year
Course overview
The BSc Computer Science with a Foundation Year from Swansea University is a four-year undergraduate degree that teaches students the fundamentals of computer science. Students who love working with numbers, can think critically, and prefer hands-on learning would find this course enjoyable.
This programme includes a foundation year, where students undertake introductory courses in maths and science before proceeding to the main bachelor’s degree. This is the alternative for those who don’t meet the standard entry requirements or are switching from a different field. The foundation year also builds academic study, communication, and IT skills.
Additionally, students undertake modules that explain programming, IT, automation, data analysis, and some high-level mathematics. Upon completion of the foundation degree, they will then progress to the first year of the standard BSc Computer Science degree. Learning in this course is through lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical sessions. Assessment methods include written reports, verbal presentations, tests, examinations, and a final-year project.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants require A-levels, with a foundation year grade of CCC, and a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Computing or IT. Those with an International Baccalaureate of around 32 points may also be considered.
English Proficiency:
- International students need an overall IELTS score of 6.0, and they must score at least 5.5 in every section. Other accepted English tests include PTE Academic, Language Cert Academic, Cambridge English, and TOEFL iBT.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
International Excellence Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded as a discount on tuition fees worth up to £5,000 in the first year of study, with a further £2,000 awarded in Year 2 (for £5,000 awardees only, subject to achieving a 70% average).
International Postgraduate Alumni Bursaries
First Class - £5,000 per year; Second Class, First division - £3,000 per year; Second Class, Second division - £1,000 per year; Taught Masters to Research Degree - £3,000 per year subject to satisfactory progress.
Swansea University International Postgraduate Research Excellence Scholarship (SUIPRES)
The SUIPRES Scholarship covers the difference between the International and the Home tuition fee rate for the duration of the PhD/Professional Doctorate programme.
Swansea University Sport Scholarship
Financial support (of up to £2000).
Thrive Bursary
The Thrive bursary is a £4,000 reduction in tuition fees for the first year of study, with a progression bursary of £2,000 in subsequent years (applied as a discount off tuition fees).
Up to £4,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of a BSc (Hons) Computer Science with a Foundation Year are equipped to perform in roles such as:
- Computer Scientist
- System Analyst
- Web Developer
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Data Scientist
Cost of study
International students who choose the BSc (Hons) Computer Science with a Foundation Year will pay £21,550.
Admission
International students can apply through UCAS or the university's online portal. If you'd like personalised guidance to perfect your application, contact an AHZ counsellor now.
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