BSc Computing with Foundation Year

The BSc Computing with Foundation Year at Canterbury Christ Church University is a four-year undergraduate program that provides students with a solid foundation in computer science and information technology. The course covers a wide range of topics, including programming languages, software development, databases, networks, and artificial intelligence. The foundation year is designed to help students develop the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in the following three years of study. Our experienced lecturers will provide students with the support and guidance they need to achieve their academic goals.

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Students on this course will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a dedicated computing laboratory and high-performance computing resources. They will also have opportunities to engage in research projects, attend guest lectures from industry experts, and participate in hackathons and coding competitions. Graduates of this course are well-prepared to pursue careers in software development, data analysis, cybersecurity, and other technology-related fields.

Discover the Best Computer Science Education at Canterbury Christ Church University

Canterbury Christ Church University is a top provider of computer science education in the UK. Our experienced lecturers have industry experience and are passionate about teaching and research. The university has a strong focus on practical learning, with state-of-the-art facilities and opportunities for hands-on experience. Students on this course will benefit from small class sizes and personalized attention from their lecturers. Additionally, the university's location in Canterbury provides easy access to cultural and historical attractions, as well as a vibrant social scene.

You will gain a broad overview of IT systems in the workplace, from designing them to maintaining them and supporting their users. Areas of focus include networking, system administration, databases, and cybersecurity, as well as professional skills in business improvement, E-business, and usability. This degree will enable you to choose from a wide range of career paths in system design and support, or move onto postgraduate study. This course has been designed to meet the real needs of the computing industry, particularly in relation to infrastructure development and support. For the technical skills, we use a mix of common hardware, open-source and commercial software that is heavily used in industry, so skills developed on the course can immediately be used in the workplace.

A typical offer would be 88-112 UCAS Tariff points. GCSE English language and mathematics at grade C, or above (or equivalent) is required.