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FdSc Computing (Subject to Validation)

Higher Education

Start Date:	Level:	Study mode:	Course Location:	Course Type:
October	Level 5	Full-Time	Bede Campus	University Level Qualification	Apply	Enquire

What’s it all about?

The FdSc Computer Science is an exciting new course that focusses on the technical skills required for a career in each of the three pathways; data modelling, software development and cyber security. Alongside these technical skills, students enrolled on the course develop the necessary employability and social awareness skills needed to progress. By progressing through level 4 and 5 of the program, the aim is to increase your subject knowledge within your chosen pathway alongside developing the supplementary employability skills required to succeed.

What do you need to apply for the course?

You will need a suitable Level 3 Qualification at 48 UCAS points with Maths and English qualifications at grade 4 or above, or the equivalent Level 2 required.

Here’s how to apply depending on your plans:

• If you’re applying to multiple Higher Education providers, submit your application through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) by the specified deadline for the relevant recruitment cycle. This ensures your application reaches all your chosen institutions efficiently.
• If this College is your only choice, you can begin the process by selecting the “Apply” button at the top of this course page, which will take you to the online application form for a simple and direct experience.
• For detailed information on UCAS applications and deadlines, https://www.ucas.com/applying .

*Course costs

Study level	Cost	Additional fees
HE	Please enquire	The following course-related costs are not included in the fees: • Any trips/enrichment activities through the year. These will be optional and may not all incur a cost.

How will you be assessed?

Practical demonstrations, product development and presentation, formal reports

Maths & English

Minimum Grade 4/C in English and Maths

Placement

Not compulsory but gaining any industry experience is encouraged.

Aims

By the end of this programme learners will be able to:
• Develop a strong understanding of the role of an IT professional, demonstrating technical competence, commercial and social awareness.
• Apply the theoretical and practical knowledge of computing concepts in order to create, test and implement computational solutions to complex problems.
• Use innovation and creativity to meet societal, business and end user requirements.
Have demonstratable ability and confidence to utilise transferable.

Modules

(Pathway Dependent) Year 1 modules include:
• Professional Practice
• Innovation and digital enterprise
• Programming
• Security Fundamentals
• Network Architecture Fundamentals
• Big Data
Year 2 modules include:
• Business Intelligence
• Internet of Things
• Innovation and Emerging Technology
• Advanced Cloud Computing
• Applied Cryptography
Computing Project

What’s next?

Following successful completion of your Foundation Degree in Computing you can further continue your studies to a full degree or start your career in the world of computing.