Foundation Year in Computing and Engineering
Course overview
The Foundation Year in Computing and Engineering at Middlesex University is the perfect entry route for students who do not yet meet the entry requirements for degree-level study, or for those returning to education who wish to get up to speed. This one-year course acts as a preparation for one of the three-year computing or engineering degrees. You will enrol in a four-year course which includes this foundation year. Upon successful completion, you are guaranteed to progress directly onto your chosen degree.
This preparatory year allows you to explore different areas and discover which aspects of computing and engineering most resonate with your interests and career ambitions. This knowledge is crucial for choosing the best three-year degree option for yourself. You will be taught by an experienced teaching team with a wide range of expertise and professional experience.
Your learning will take place through interactive lectures, supervised laboratories, and workshops. Your learning will be assessed regularly, and is made up of 100% coursework. Studying Foundation Year in Computing and Engineering at Middlesex University is a supported way to begin your path toward a technology or engineering career.
Entry requirements
Here are the entry requirements for the Foundation Year in Computing and Engineering at Middlesex University:
Grade Requirements
- For A-Levels, you will generally need grades between DEE/CD and DDE/CC.
- If you have a BTEC qualification, the typical requirement is MPP.
- Access to HE Diplomas are also accepted, and you will need to achieve the necessary UCAS Tariff points from the diploma, which must include 45 credits at Level 3.
English Proficiency
- International students whose first language is not English are to provide proof of proficiency in English. To do this, an IELTS overall score of 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each component is required.
- Alternatively, equivalent tests such as TOEFL (72) and PTE (51) are accepted.
Career opportunities
After a successful completion of the foundation year and the main degree, graduates will be well-equipped to kickstart their careers in any of the following roles:
- IT Project Manager
- Network Engineer
- Systems Designer
- Forensic Computer Analyst
- Computer Engineer
Cost of study
The tuition fee to study the Foundation Year in Computing and Engineering at Middlesex University is £16,600.
Admission
Applications for this course can be made through UCAS. Our counsellors at AHZ are available to assist you with this process.
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