Engineering and Physical Sciences Foundation Programme: Computer Science

Aston University, Birmingham
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 4-5 Years Computer science

A-Level Entry

CCD - DDD

About this course

Overview

In our Computer Science foundation programme, you will be equipped with the essential groundwork for your future undergraduate studies, offering a clear path towards BSc Computer Science or BSc Artificial Intelligence and Robotics. On this programme you will learn, collaborate, and flourish through project-based learning with students in other digital subject areas. This approach of learning mimics the real-life working world, where your career will be enriched by working alongside people with different skill sets, viewpoints, and approaches.

Assessment The assessment methods will reflect the most effective and relevant way to review your performance for each module, including a range of authentic assessment methods, such as presentations, coursework, quizzes, and some exams. We make sure to coordinate deadlines to ensure you have a manageable workload.

Key course benefits

  • Aston University was awarded gold, the highest rating for teaching excellence framework (TEF 2023)

  • Aston Students Union was rated 8th in the UK (What Uni, 2022)

  • Our dedicated academics ensure smooth transitions for students of all backgrounds
  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades CCD - DDD
    BTEC MMM

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
    2139 Information technology professionals
    2134 Programmers and software development professionals
    3131 IT operations technicians
    2141 Web design professionals
    2433 Actuaries, economists and statisticians

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    4-5 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Birmingham
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Computer science