This course, which is part of four years of integrated study, provides an introduction to computing and information technology and gives students without the necessary qualifications the skills required to study an undergraduate computing course.

• Preparation for degree study
  This course can be a stepping stone towards one of our undergraduate degrees, and is a great place to start if you are returning to study. It issuitable for people from a wide range of backgrounds particularly mature students, as well as people looking for a change of career, and parents planning to return to employment for example
• More than 50 years of computing experience
  This long-standing history allows us to draw on research and academic expertise allowing us to inform our teaching. Computer Science and Informatics research at DMU was ranked third among modern UK universities for its research power in the Research Excellence Framework 2014
• Computer Science and Informatics research at DMU was ranked third among modern UK  universities
  for its research power in the Research Excellence Framework 2014
• Supportive academic expertise
  You will work together with staff in a friendly and supportive environment in small groups of up to 20 students
• Enjoy an international experience with #DMUglobal
  We offer all students the opportunity to take part in a #DMUglobal experience, which can enrich your studies and expand your cultural horizons. Previous #DMUglobal trips have included New York, Berlin, Hong Kong, China, Canada, Japan, South Africa, Russia and Italy to name a few.

Opportunities and careers

The natural route upon successful completion of the course is to progress to the first year of one of our undergraduate degrees, including Computing BSc (Hons), Software Engineering BSc (Hons), and Computer Science BSc (Hons).. Those who perform exceptionally well will have access to the more specialist degrees at the discretion of the course leader.