Foundation Degree Computing (Ref: 58616)

What you will study

Modules include:

LEVEL 4

* Work Related Learning (1)
* Personal and Professional Development (1)
* Introduction to Programming
* Hardware and Operating Systems
* Work Related Learning (2)
* Personal and Professional Development (2)
* Database Design Concepts
* Networking Concepts

LEVEL 5
* Work Related Learning (3)
* Personal and Professional Development (3)
* Advanced Programming Techniques
* Web and Multimedia Technologies
* Work Related Learning (4)
* Personal and Professional Development (4)
* Systems Analysis
* Project Management

Skills will be developed in the areas of:

* Marketing and Promotion
* Presentations
* Time Management
* Analysis and Evaluation
* Research Skills
* Job Search
* Career Development

How you will learn

Through a variety of methods including lectures, classroom presentation, IT based material, workshops, research tasks, group work, visits, guest speakers and work-related activities.
You will benefit from our up-to-date facilities, a wide range of HE specialist learning resources and support that is far more personalised than in conventional university environments. Our staff have considerable industrial and high-level academic experience.

How you will be assessed

Assessment methods include assignments, written exams, verbal presentations, group projects, case studies and practical examinations.


Entry Requirements

Applicants will need a minimum of GCSE Grade C in English Language and Maths, plus 120 credits from a variety of backgrounds, e.g. A Levels or other equivalent full-time Level 3 qualifications. There is a formal interview procedure and a short aptitude test that all candidates must take.