| تاريخ بدء البرنامج | آخر موعد للتسجيل |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
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Computer Science with Foundation Year
Overview
This course is designed for students who want to study computer science but don't meet the direct entry requirements. The foundation year pathway is designed to help you build a strong foundation in computer systems and programming, so you are ready to progress on to the full BSc (Hons) Computer Science degree course.
Course Details
Foundation Year
The foundation year pathway is designed to help you to build solid knowledge and skills, so you are ready to progress on to one of our industry-accredited computing degree courses. Along with introducing you to essential study skills, you will explore programming for standalone applications and websites. You will also enhance your mathematical problem-solving, and learn to describe how computer systems work.
BSc (Hons) Degree
Delivered across three years - or four, if you choose to include an industry placement, our BSc (Hons) Computer Science degree is designed to develop your in-depth knowledge and understanding of programming, databases and computer systems.
Learning Experience
Embedding collaboration with industry and working on real-world projects is an essential aspect of studying computing at Salford. In your second year you'll have the opportunity to take-part in our three-week long industry challenge, Hackcamp. Working in a team with other second year computing students, you'll develop a web-hosted dashboard or application to meet a real-life brief, set by one of our industry partners.
Industry Placement
On this course, you will have the opportunity to take an industrial placement year between years two and three. Although you will be responsible for securing your own placement, we will assign you a placement tutor to monitor your progress and assess your final report.
Modules
Foundation Year
- Computer Programming
- Computer Systems
- Computing Mathematics FY
- Web Programming
- Inside Computer Systems
Year One
- Programming 1
- Programming 2
- Database Systems
- Professional Development and Practices
- Web Development and Human Computer Interfaces
- Computer System Internals and Linux
Year Two
- Software Project with Agile Techniques (Salford HackCamp)
- AI and Data Mining
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Networking and Security
- Design Patterns
- Career Development
- Client Server Systems
Year Three
- Software Quality Management
- Computer Graphics
- Project for Computer Science
- Optional modules (choose two):
- Virtual Reality and 3D Games
- Business Development
- Mobile Development
- Information Security Management
- Deep Learning
- Advanced Web Development
Assessment
You'll be assessed using a combination of formats, including:
- Examinations
- Assignments
- Practical tests
- Projects
- Software development tasks
Requirements
Applicant Profile
We're looking for applicants with a strong interest in computing. The Foundation Year is recommended for applicants who:
- Feel that their background makes them more “keen users of computers” rather than “curious about low-level details”, but who want to increase their depth of knowledge
- Feel that their mathematics would benefit from some improvement before embarking on a degree course
- Have not studied a computing or numerate subject at school/college, but want to pursue a computing career
- Wish to return to education after a long time in employment
International Applicants
This course isn’t suitable for international students.
English Language Requirements
All of our courses are taught and assessed in English. If English is not your first language, you must meet our minimum English language entry requirements. An IELTS score of 6.0 (no element below 5.5) is proof of this, and we also accept a range of equivalent qualifications.
Tuition Fees
Type of study | Year | Fees
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Full-time home | 2025/26 | £8,505 for Foundation Year and £9,535 for subsequent years.
Additional Costs
You should consider further costs which may include books, stationery, printing, binding and general subsistence on trips and visits.
Employment and Stats
Once you complete the full honours degree, you'll graduate with exciting and rewarding careers opportunities ahead of you. With demonstrable programming skills, supported by a large portfolio of practical work, you'll have a skill set applicable across many industries.
Research Areas
Our academics and technicians who support your course also deliver collaborative, interdisciplinary, high-impact work in a range of local and global computing and informatics issues and challenges.
School of Science, Engineering and Environment
Rising to the challenge of a changing world, our degree courses are designed to shape the next generation of urbanists, scientists, engineers, consultants and leaders.
Learning Environment
As a computer science student you will learn in our specialist computing suites and laboratories, including a networking laboratory and dedicated final year project laboratory. You can also use Cisco-enabled facilities with the option to gain additional Cisco Certified Network Associate status.
مخطط البرنامج
Degree Overview:
- Introduction: This program is designed for individuals interested in computer science but may not meet the direct entry requirements for the full honours degree. The foundation year provides a strong foundation in computer systems and programming, preparing students for the full BSc (Hons) Computer Science program.
- Objectives:
- Develop a broad understanding of computing by completing projects.
- Gain programming skills through design, implementation, and testing.
- Understand more sophisticated programming behavior.
- Learn relational database management principles.
- Design and analyze user interfaces and understand human-computer interaction.
Outline:
- Foundation Year:
- Modules:
- Computer Programming
- Computer Systems
- Computing Mathematics FY
- Web Programming
- Inside Computer Systems
- BSc (Hons) Degree:
- Delivery: Delivered across three years (four with a placement year).
- Core Modules:
- Java
- Linux
- Databases
- Artificial intelligence
- Software engineering
- Computer graphics
- Optional Modules (Choose Two):
- Virtual Reality and 3D Games
- Business Development
- Mobile Development
- Information Security Management
- Deep Learning
- Advanced Web Development
- Learning Experience:
- Industry collaboration through the Hackcamp project.
- Collaborative work in teams.
- Individual project in the final year.
- Opportunities for industry placements between years two and three.
Assessment:
- Formats:
- Exams
- Assignments
- Practical tests
- Projects
- Software development tasks
Teaching:
- Methods:
- Practical laboratories
- Case studies
- Group work
- Project work
- Faculty: Supportive program teams with industry experience.
Careers:
- Potential Careers:
- Programmer
- Software developer
- IT consultant
- Computer analyst
- Systems administrator
- Opportunities:
- Work for leading companies across various industries
- Opportunities in the fast-growing tech community
Other:
- Industry Collaboration and Research: Opportunity to engage in collaborative research and work on industry-relevant issues.
