Overview
Please note this programme is currently under review and changes to modules are expected.
The International Foundation Programme in Computing is ideal if you are looking to study a computing-related undergraduate degree.
The combination of modules will enable you to develop key skills and understanding in language, study skills, critical thinking and a good understanding of knowledge relevant to Computing.
Key facts
- Learn the skills you need to succeed in your undergraduate science degree
- Develop your awareness of academic culture in the UK as you integrate into student life within a UK university
- Upon successfully completing your International Foundation Programme you will be guaranteed a place on a computing-based undergraduate degree at Northumbria University
- Progress onto courses in Computer Science, Networks and Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence and Business Computing
What will I study?
The International Foundation Programme supports your integration to UK study by providing you with an opportunity to explore the style and strengths of the British approach to teaching and learning.
The modules are designed to develop your English language, academic listening and reading capabilities, your ability to interpret your findings and present to your peers and tutor – specific to the requirements of undergraduate degrees in Computing.
As a Northumbria Graduate, development of these skills will be core both at foundation level and throughout your undergraduate degree
Upon successful completion and subject to specific entry requirements, you can go on to study a range of business undergraduate degrees at Northumbria University.
To progress and be eligible for entry onto our undergraduate degree programmes you must achieve at least 40% in your International Foundation Programme.
Please note that our undergraduate degrees are currently being reviewed, however, we have previously offered the opportunity for students to progress on to the following courses:
- Artificial Intelligence BSc (Hons)
- Business Computing BSc (Hons)
- Computer Science BSc (Hons)
- Data Science BSc (Hons)
- Games Computing BSc (Hons)
- Networks and Cyber Security BSc (Hons)
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