Computer Science (with Foundation Year)
Nottingham Trent UniversityComputer Science (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at Nottingham Trent University, based in Nottingham, taught full-time over 4 years. Graduates earn £30,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is See entry requirements.
A-Level Entry
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Typical offer · UCAS
UCAS Points
72 points
Typical offer · UCAS
Avg. Graduate Salary
£30,000
15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni
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.
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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
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ