Computer Science with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Computer Science with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.
Course Summary
• Study your foundation year, then progress to a degree with industry accreditation from the BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT.
• Prepare for the degree with an extra foundation year at the start.
• Learn the skills you need to write the software of tomorrow.
• Develop complex software and systems using analytical and mathematical approaches.
• Understand the fundam...
<strong>Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.</strong><br/><br/><strong>Course Summary</strong><br/>• Study your foundation year, then progress to a degree with industry accreditation from the BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Prepare for the degree with an extra foundation year at the start.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Learn the skills you need to write the software of tomorrow.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Develop complex software and systems using analytical and mathematical approaches.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Understand the fundamental principles behind the software that powers our world.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Prepare for the degree with an extra foundation year at the start<br/><br/><br/><br/>Computer science provides a deep understanding of practical applications of computation in areas ranging from programming language design to everyday software systems. This course is aimed at anyone who wants to become a programmer, understands and can build on the fundamental principles behind the software that underpins modern society.<br/><br/><strong>For full details of course modules, assessments, and teaching methods, please visit the course page on our website: https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/Computing/BSc-Honours-Computer-Science-with-Foundation-Year/Full-time</strong>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A022
Institution Code
S21
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
80
This must include at least 32 points from one A level or equivalent BTEC qualifications. For example: CDD at A Level MMP in BTEC Extended Diploma Pass overall from a T level qualification with C from core A combination of qualifications, which may include AS levels, EPQ and general studies.
Access to HE Diploma
M:15
Access - an Access to HE Diploma with at least 45 credits at level 3 and 15 credits at level 2. At least 15 level 3 credits must be at merit grade or above from a QAA-recognised Access to HE course, or an equivalent Access to HE certificate.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMP
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Maths at grade C or 4
A level
C,D,D
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £18,000 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
































































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