Computer Science (with Foundation Year option)

Bournemouth University
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time including foundation year 4 Years Computer science

UCAS Points

48 - 72 points

About this course

Specialise in software development while also having the opportunity to cover a broad range of emerging topics, preparing you for an exciting career in computing

Why study BSc (Hons) Computer Science (with Foundation Year option) at BU?

  • Develop the versatility and personal qualities to combine software development and theoretical aspects of computer science to meet the most versatile and broadest needs of employers in a global context

  • Build and improve your applied technical skills with a strong appreciation of a wider range of computing topics to develop a broad range of computer applications and solutions for any organisation

  • Study and practice in our state-of-the-art speciality labs with enterprise grade hardware and fully virtualisation ready enterprise level infrastructure

  • Gain valuable work experience on your placement if you choose to take one

  • You'll be qualified to work as an IT professional in a variety of roles, ranging from software engineer/developer to AI researcher, front-end developer or DevOps engineer.

    Course accreditation

    Following our recent UG course periodic review completed in 2022, we are currently working with BCS to accredit all new courses with a view for all courses to have backdated accreditation to the first year they started running.

    Foundation Year: We have a Foundation Year option for students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course. This additional year of study will give you a grounding in the technical skills required for this course, building your confidence, knowledge and skills for further study. After successful completion of the Foundation Year, you will progress to the full degree.

    • Entry Requirements

    UCAS Tariff Points 48 - 72 points

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time including foundation year Shown above

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: Poole

    Sandwich including foundation year

    Duration: 5 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: Poole

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2134 Programmers and software development professionals
    2139 Information technology professionals
    3131 IT operations technicians
    2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers
    2141 Web design professionals
    3132 IT user support technicians

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    UCAS Points

    104 - 120 points

    Avg. Salary

    £25,500

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time including foundation year
    Duration
    4 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Poole
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Computer science

    Offered by

    Bournemouth University

    Poole

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