Computing with Foundation Year

Liverpool John Moores University

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

Computing with Foundation Year BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at Liverpool John Moores University, based in Liverpool, taught full-time including foundation year over 4 years. Graduates earn £29,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is CCD - CCC.

A-Level Entry

CCD - CCC

Typical offer · UCAS

UCAS Points

88 - 96 points

Typical offer · UCAS

Avg. Graduate Salary

£29,000

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

Why study Computing with Foundation Year at Liverpool John Moores University?
- Links with over 450 local and national organisations, including Merseyside Police, Cheshire Police, EY, Experian, IBM, Eutechnyx and Intaforensics

- Opportunity to undertake a year's paid industrial placement

- Vocational course in Computing

- Combines Theory and Practice

- Covers Contemporary Topics in Computing

- State-of-the-art computing facilities with specialist computer forensics software

- Exciting career prospects

- International Foundation Year course available offering direct progression onto this degree programme - visit LJMU's International Study Centre to find out more

About your course
This BSc (Hons) Computing with Foundation Year programme provides a practical alternative to Computer Science and Software Engineering with a less theoretical, more vocational approach to the subject. The course covers contemporary topics within the field of Computing and allows students to develop sound practical skills as well as acquiring theoretical knowledge.

The programme provides a good general purpose first degree in Computer Science and allows students to explore the subject and determine which specialization suits them best.

The course covers core subjects, such as Programming, Software Development, Information Systems Development and Systems Analysis and Design. The core subjects provide the "backbone" to the programme and these are complemented by the three main themes, which are:

- Web Development

- Computer Networks

- Data Analytics

Students will study the core subjects and the three main themes at an introductory level during the first and second year. In the final year they will choose options based on the theme that best suits them.

About the Foundation Year
The Foundation Year is ideal if you have the ability to study for a degree but don't have the qualifications to enter directly onto the Computing honours degree programme. Once you pass the Foundation Year you will progress directly onto the first year of the honours degree. If you are a full-time UK student, you will qualify for student financial support for the full duration of your course (subject to eligibility criteria).

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades CCD - CCC
UCAS Tariff Points 88 - 96 points
BTEC MMM

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:

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Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time including foundation year
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Liverpool
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Computer science
Avg. Graduate Salary
£29,000