Program Overview

Foundation Year in Computing and Engineering

Course Overview

The Foundation Year in Computing and Engineering is offered as an entry route to a computing or design engineering degree for students who don't yet meet the entry requirements for degree-level study. You enrol on a four-year course, which includes the one-year foundation course.

Why Choose a Foundation Year in Computing and Engineering at Middlesex?

This one-year course is a stepping-stone onto one of our three-year courses in computing or engineering.

A foundation year might be a good choice for you if you don't have the right qualifications yet or feel ready for degree-level study. Or perhaps you are returning to study and want to get up to speed before starting a degree.

We offer:

• BSc Business Computing and Data Analytics
• BSc Computer Science
• BEng Computer Systems Engineering
• BSc Cyber Security and Digital Forensics
• BEng Design Engineering
• BEng Electronic Engineering
• BSc Information Technology
• BEng Mechatronics and Robotics

What Will You Gain?

You will discover which aspects of computing and engineering most resonate with your interests and career ambitions. You can use that knowledge to choose the best three-year degree option for yourself for further study at Middlesex.

With a local placement, you will apply the skills you have learned in a real-world situation, developing your confidence and valuable skills for your CV. You'll have access to high-quality specialist digital and wireless laboratories, equipped with industry-standard software, hardware and tools.

3 Great Reasons to Pick This Course

• Fantastic career prospects
• Industry-standard facilities
• University life without resits

About Your Course

You will study all four modules simultaneously over the year which means you have the chance to examine topics in-depth.

Modules

• Computing and Digital Technology (30 credits) - Compulsory
• SMART (Students Mastering Academic writing, Research and Technology) (30 credits) - Compulsory
• Foundation Mathematics (30 credits) - Compulsory
• Foundation Project (30 credits) - Compulsory

Teaching and Learning

You'll be taught by an experienced teaching team with a wide range of expertise and professional experience. You will learn by attending lectures, seminars and practical workshops. You will gain knowledge, understanding and skills through interactive lectures, supervised laboratories and workshops, online activities and tests, guided research, individual and group projects and reflection. Seminars and workshops are a great opportunity to discuss what you have learnt in lectures and through independent study with your peers and tutors. For one-to-one support, you will meet with either your personal tutor or module leader. Your learning will be assessed regularly and is made up of 100% coursework.

Facilities and Support

Our Sheppard Library has over 1000 study areas with and 600 computer spaces, with some areas open 24 hours a day

• Free access to the resources, learning materials and software you need to succeed on your course
• Free laptop loans for up to 24 hours
• Free printing for academic paperwork
• Free online training with LinkedIn Learning

Careers

A computing degree prepares you for a wide range of varied careers. As a graduate you will have excellent career prospects and the range of potential employers will be vast across the private, public and not-for-profit sectors. There is also the potential to work as a self-employed director of your own business.

Graduate Job Roles

• IT project manager
• Network engineer
• Systems designer
• Forensic computer analyst/scientist

Entry Requirements

• 56-64 UCAS points
• A-Level: DEE/CD - DDE/CC
• BTEC: MPP
• Access requirements: UCAS Tariff points from Access to HE Diplomas are accepted. Must include 45 credits at level 3
• Combinations: A combination of A-Level, BTEC and other accepted qualifications that total 56-64 UCAS Tariff points including 16 points from a science or numerate subject

Fees and Funding

• UK students: Foundation Year (FY): £5,760, Full-time: £9,535*
• International students: Full-time students: TBC, Part-time students: TBC

How to Apply

You must apply to one of the four-year degree courses listed here. Please apply for these courses through UCAS.

• BSc Computer Science with Foundation Year - I10Z
• BSc Business Computing & Data Analytics with Foundation Year - I20Z
• BSc Information Technology with Foundation Year - I2ZZ
• BSc Cyber Security and Digital Forensics with Foundation Year - I123
• Computer Communication and Engineering courses
  • BSc Computer Networks with Foundation Year - I1ZZ
  • BEng Computer Systems Engineering with Foundation Year - I1ZA
• Design Engineering courses
  • BEng Design Engineering with Foundation Year - H7ZB
  • BEng Electronic Engineering with Foundation Year - H7Z1
  • BEng Mechatronics and Robotics with Foundation Year - H712