Computer Science with Foundation Year
Develop technical skills and, more importantly, learn how to apply them to solve real-world problems — working with employers throughout the degree through professional placements and live employer challenges and projects.
About this course
This four-year degree offers an alternative route into higher education for prospective students who may not have a sufficient or relevant academic background for university study. During the integrated Foundation Year in Computing, you'll undertake modules to develop your academic skills and confidence, and study the principles of coding — learning to build simple apps — as well as web development, producing code for a website, and exploring social media integration, data capture and cyber security.
Following the Foundation Year, you'll progress to Level 4 of the BSc (Hons) Computer Science degree, working on real-world projects set by employers with the opportunity to specialise in areas such as artificial intelligence, cyber security and software engineering. By graduation, you'll have developed the skills employers want, plus the connections and experience needed to stand out in the digital jobs market.
Course content
- Principles of coding and app development
- Web development, social media integration and data capture
- Cyber security fundamentals
- Introduction to the tech stack, software development and technology in business
- User-centred design
- Secure development and deployment
- Optional specialisms: artificial intelligence, data science for business, cyber security or audio-visual programming
Modules you may study
Can you apply?
GCSE English Language and Maths at grade C/4 or higher (or an accepted equivalent) plus a Level 3 qualification equivalent to an A level.
Applications are welcome from mature students with few or no formal qualifications — these are assessed based on prior relevant work experience or learning, an interview, a written task and an English proficiency test. This course is not available to students on a Student Route Visa.
Where this can take you
Designed in partnership with tech employers, with a strong emphasis on the creative and soft skills needed to thrive in this constantly evolving sector — how to design, develop, test and launch new products, and the skills to work in a flexible, dynamic team. Real-world employer projects and the option to specialise in AI, cyber security or software engineering give graduates the skills, connections and experience to stand out in the digital jobs market.
Course Facts
- Qualification
- BSc (Hons)
- Duration
- 4 years full-time (including Foundation Year)
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Campus
- London
- Start Dates
- September, January
- Awarding Body / Partner
- Delivered at WIC's London campus in partnership with Leeds Trinity University (qualification title marked "(TBC)" on WIC's own published materials, pending final confirmation)
- Fees & Funding
- UK & EU students (with settled status): £9,250 a year for 2024/25 entry. Fees for 2025/26 entry are set in summer 2025 and may rise in line with government policy. Living costs are additional — eligible students can apply for a tuition fee loan via gov.uk.
Student Support
A range of assessment methods is used, matched to the learning outcomes of your course, varying in form and credit value.
WIC provides a stimulating learning environment with flexible, high-quality learning experiences, taking an inclusive approach that promotes teamwork, critical analysis, reflection and collaboration. Student representatives are elected each year and represent students in institutional forums, and students are eligible for Leeds Trinity Students' Union membership.
Academic support is available via WIC's ACE programme throughout your studies. This course is subject to a minimum enrolment of 15 students.
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