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The Foundation Year in Computing and Engineering serves as an introductory pathway for students who need to meet the prerequisites for direct entry into computing or design engineering degree programs. This four-year integrated course begins with a foundational year where you'll explore how diverse individuals and organizations utilize computing technology, while building core competencies in software development, hardware fundamentals, and essential mathematical and statistical concepts. The program also enhances your communication abilities.
Successful completion of this preparatory year guarantees your advancement into any of our three-year undergraduate degree programs. Our foundation year students consistently demonstrate strong progression rates and often emerge as top-performing graduates.
This foundation year is ideal if:
you lack the formal qualifications required for direct degree entry
you need additional academic preparation before starting degree-level work
you're returning to education and want to refresh your learning skills before undergraduate studies.
Program duration: 1 year foundation plus 3 years degree study (full-time).