Technology has revolutionised the way we live, build, work, shop, learn and even access medical care. On this forward-looking degree, you’ll get hands-on skills across a range of topics including coding, algorithms, database and software development, cyber security, networks and social, legal and ethical aspects of IT.
You will study advances in new technologies such as artificial intelligence, automation, virtual reality and smart devices for our homes. Enhance your CV with a work placement with well-known brands and industry leaders such as the BBC, the Met Office, Micros...
Technology has revolutionised the way we live, build, work, shop, learn and even access medical care. On this forward-looking degree, you’ll get hands-on skills across a range of topics including coding, algorithms, database and software development, cyber security, networks and social, legal and ethical aspects of IT.<br/><br/>You will study advances in new technologies such as artificial intelligence, automation, virtual reality and smart devices for our homes. Enhance your CV with a work placement with well-known brands and industry leaders such as the BBC, the Met Office, Microsoft, the National Physical Laboratory or Nestlé to open up a wide range of career possibilities.<br/><br/><br/>- **Learn core skills.** The foundation year will introduce you to how computers and electronic systems operate. You will write computer programmes and develop a foundational understanding of software development.<br/><br/><br/>- **Make use of cutting-edge facilities.** Students in engineering, science and the arts have access to a range of specialist equipment and innovative laboratories in our new engineering and design facility.<br/><br/><br/>- **Progress to a full degree. ** Complete the foundation year and progress to one of our computing degrees: BSc (Hons) Computer Science, BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Software Engineering), BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Cyber Security), BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Games Development).<br/>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
I101
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Foundation
32
To include minimum 2 A Levels.
Considered in combination with Advanced Highers
Pass Access to HE Diploma
24
Maths and English accepted within
PPP
32 - 48 UCAS Points. Maths and English accepted within
PP
32 - 48 UCAS points to include minimum 2 Advanced Highers.
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32 - 48 UCAS points to include minimum 2 A Levels.
P
Any subjects related to Science/Engineering/IT/Health
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