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BSc (Hons) Computing with Foundation Year

TCThe University of Central Lancashire London · London

Our BSc (Hons) Computing degree is designed to equip you with a broad understanding of many computing principles and to build skills in areas like programming, database management, software development, information secur…

Tuition
£9,790/yr
Duration
4 years
Intakes
Sep, Jan, May
English
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Information from london.uclan.ac.uk, updated 3 July 2026About this information

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Course Overview

Our BSc (Hons) Computing degree is designed to equip you with a broad understanding of many computing principles and to build skills in areas like programming, database management, software development, information security and network management.  This will enable you to explore which part of the diverse computing industry you want to kick-start your career in. You will spend lots of time in our dedicated computing suite, learning on industry-standard equipment and software on a course that we co-created with employers and the British Computer Society, so you can be confident that you will graduate with the attributes that are in demand within the computing industry.  

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications

Applicants are required to have a minimum of the following: 64 points at A2 BTEC Extended Diploma: MPP BTEC Diploma: MM Pass Access Course: 64 UCAS points International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 64 points from Higher Level Subjects T Level: P (D or E)

English Language Requirements

IELTS: 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5

GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent

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Fees & Scholarships

Tuition (international)
£24,500/yr
Deposit to secure offer
£2,000 (deducted from tuition)
Estimated living costs (Manchester)
£12,000–£14,500/yr

Scholarships available

Global Excellence Scholarship — £5,000 tuition reduction, automatic consideration for applicants with first-class equivalent grades. South Asia & Africa Merit Award — £3,000, essay-based, deadline 31 May.

Course Structure & Modules

Foundation Year

Introduction to Software Deveopment
Investigating IT
Problem-solving for Computing
Study Skills 1 - Learning how to learn
Study Skills 2 - Developing Academic Skills

Year 1

The Computing Challenge
Introducing to Networking
Programming
Computer Systems and Security
System Analysis and Database Design
Web Technologies

Year 2

The Agile Professional
Database Systems
Web Applications
User Experience

Year 3

Cloud Computing
Honours Degree Project

Career outcomes

Graduates move into roles across analytics, engineering and strategy. Recent graduate employers span major national employers, consultancies and fast-growing regional startups. The course draws on strong industry ties and a dedicated careers service running sector-specific recruitment fairs.

94%
Employed or further study, 15mo
£38k
Median starting salary
120+
Industry project partners

🇬🇧 Your route to working in United Kingdom.

As a full-time student you'll apply for a Student visa covering the full course length. After graduating, most of our destinations offer a post-study work route allowing you to live and work with no sponsorship needed for a fixed period — often opening a path toward a skilled worker visa and eventual settlement. Full details on our United Kingdom guide →

Campus Locations

London

6th Floor, Import Building, 2 Clove Crescent, London, E14 2BE

About this information

Last updated
3 July 2026
Source
london.uclan.ac.uk

Course information on this page was last updated from the The University of Central Lancashire London website available at london.uclan.ac.uk on 3 July 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with The University of Central Lancashire London; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.

What students say about The University of Central Lancashire London

Reviews from students across The University of Central Lancashire London's programmes.

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Teaching Quality
4.7
Campus Life
4.3
Career Support
4.7
Value for Money
4.3

  • Feb 2026

    “The international office picked me up from the airport and had my accommodation keys ready. Lecturers actually know your name here.”
    Teaching Quality
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    Career Support
    4/5
    Value for Money
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    Ade O. · Nigeria · MSc Data Science

  • Feb 2026

    “The international office picked me up from the airport and had my accommodation keys ready. Lecturers actually know your name here.”
    Teaching Quality
    5/5
    Campus Life
    5/5
    Career Support
    4/5
    Value for Money
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    Ade O. · Nigeria · MSc Data Science

  • Feb 2026

    “The international office picked me up from the airport and had my accommodation keys ready. Lecturers actually know your name here.”
    Teaching Quality
    5/5
    Campus Life
    5/5
    Career Support
    4/5
    Value for Money
    5/5

    Ade O. · Nigeria · MSc Data Science

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