BSc Computer Science with a Foundation Year

This BSc (Hons) Computer Science with a Foundation Year is a four-year course. It is for students who do not yet have the grades to start the regular three-year BSc (Hons) Computer Science degree. The first year, called the foundation year, will give students a good basic knowledge of computers, maths, and science, which will help them get ready for the rest of the degree. In this course, students will learn important basic skills in programming, learn how computer systems work, and how to solve problems, and this will build a strong base for more advanced topics in the years ahead.

After you successfully finish the foundation year, you will automatically move on to the regular three-year BSc (Hons) Computer Science degree. This degree will teach you what you need to work as a computer programmer, software builder, website creator, or in other jobs related to computers. You will learn through lectures, small group discussions, hands-on work in computer labs, and studying on your own, and you will be assessed through assignments, presentations, practical tasks, and exams.

Birmingham City University (BCU) has students from many different countries and is known for teaching practical things, offering many up-to-date courses, and there are also chances to study in other countries at different levels. BCU wants to be a leading university in the middle of England, helping the area grow by supporting new ideas, businesses, and the development of skills.

The university has spent a lot of money on STEAMhouse, a special place for technology, new ideas, creative thinking, making prototypes, and business development. BCU also has equipment that is used in real industries, including centres supported by Cisco Systems and Microsoft. Birmingham City University offers many different courses for both undergraduate and postgraduate students in subjects like Medicine, Law, Engineering, Business, and the Arts.

To apply for this course, you need to write a personal statement. In this statement, please explain your reasons for wanting to study BSc Computer Science with a Foundation Year at Birmingham City University. Also, include any important details about your previous education. You will also need to provide a reference letter from a teacher or an employer. 

Grade Requirements:

• The usual entry requirement for the 2025/2026 school year is 80 UCAS points. You can get these points through different qualifications, such as A Levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma (at MPP grade), a BTEC Diploma (at MM grade), T Levels, or the International Baccalaureate. The university also considers other qualifications from around the world that are seen as equal to A Levels.

English Proficiency:

• If English is not the first language you speak, you will need to show that you have a good understanding of English. Usually, this means getting an overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS test, with a minimum score of 5.5 in each section of the test. The university also accepts similar scores from other English language tests, such as PTE or TOEFL.

For students coming from outside the UK, the yearly cost to study the BSc Computer Science with a Foundation Year at Birmingham City University for the 2025/26 school year is £17,690.

Birmingham City University offers financial help to students from the UK and other countries who are starting their first degree. If you are an international student beginning your studies in September 2025, you might be able to get a scholarship of up to £2,000. This money will reduce the amount you need to pay for your first year of study. Generally, this scholarship is given to students who have a strong record in their previous studies.

After you successfully finish the BSc (Hons) Computer Science degree (after the foundation year), you can work in many different jobs, including:

• Computer Programmer
• Software Developer
• Web Developer
• IT Support Analyst
• Database Administrator
• Systems Analyst

You can apply for the BSc Computer Science with a Foundation Year at Birmingham City University through UCAS or directly to the university.. If you would like help with your application, you can talk to our trained advisors.