Computer Science (with Foundation Year)

Nottingham Trent University
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Computer science

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

UCAS Points

72 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£30,000

About this course

You'll develop the practical skills and knowledge in programming, maths and engineering that will get you off to a flying start when you move onto BSc (Hons) Computer Science in your second year.

Programming is a fundamental part of being a computer scientist and at NTU we’re committed to developing graduates who have the right programming skills for industry.

How do we do it? By giving you learning experiences that include opportunities to get hands-on with software projects for local companies. Developing your confidence and your appeal to industry.

You’ll build the technical knowledge needed to analyse problems associated with the development of large-scale computing systems, acquiring software engineering skills to deliver solutions that drive real-world industry.

You will learn core skills concerning the production of computer programmes and applications, as well as specialist knowledge in areas such as:

  • artificial intelligence

  • service-centric and cloud computing

  • analysis and design.-

    At the end of year one, you can choose to transfer to BSc (Hons) Software Engineering or BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Games Technology).

    Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals course If you take the Artificial Intelligence module in your final year you will participate in the Microsoft certified Azure AI Fundamentals program as part of your studies. The program is designed as a blended learning experience, combining instructor-led training with online materials accessed on the Microsoft Learn platform.

    Microsoft will sponsor your cloud subscription, course materials and certification test fees for no cost to you. You will also get the Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals certificate when you graduate – a valuable addition to your CV.

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades See entry requirements
    UCAS Tariff Points 72 points
    BTEC MMP

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
    2134 Programmers and software development professionals
    2139 Information technology professionals
    2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers
    2141 Web design professionals
    3131 IT operations technicians

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    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    4 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Nottingham
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Computer science
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £30,000

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    Nottingham Trent University

    Nottingham

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