This full-time, one year foundation course provides an introduction to computing and information technology and gives those without the necessary qualifications the skills required to study an undergraduate computing course. The course will introduce and develop a range of IT, communication and study skills required to prepare for a degree in computing, enabling you to progress onto more advanced study with increased confidence and develop a sense of responsibility for your learning. The course covers the basics of cutting-edge IT topics such as computer animation, as well as more familiar office applications like spreadsheets and databases. Staff and students work together in a friendly and supportive workshop environment. The course is particularly well suited to mature students and is ideal for those who missed the chance to go to university after leaving school, people looking for a change of career and parents planning to return to employment.
UCAS course code: G403
Duration: One year full-time
Interview required: Yes
Institution code: D26
If you are unsure about the amount of UCAS points your qualifications may attract you can use our UCAS Tariff Chart.|
We welcome applications from mature students with non-standard qualifications and recognise all other equivalent and international qualifications.
Non-UK Entry and Admissions Criteria|
If English is not your first language, an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent when you start the course is essential. English language tuition| is available at DMU both before and during the course if required.
The course is taught by dedicated staff with experience of dealing with students who need additional help and support. You will work together with staff in a friendly and supportive environment in small groups of up to 20 students. The four modules on the course run over the two academic terms. Assessments across the four modules consist of both individual and group work. There are no formal exams but there are phase tests that are held under exam conditions. The majority of the work is assessed through time constrained coursework which will be issued at regular intervals across the two terms. You will normally attend around 12–16 hours of timetabled taught sessions each week, and are expected to undertake at least 14–16 further hours of directed independent study and assignments as required.
The natural route upon successful completion of the course is to progress to the first year of one of our undergraduate degrees. Those who perform exceptionally well will have access to the more specialist degrees at the discretion of the course leader.
Home/EU
Applications for undergraduate courses from UK/EU applicants must go through UCAS, you can fill out an application form through their website ucas.ac.uk|. If you do not have regular access to the internet or find it difficult to fill out applications online you can request an alternative format from UCAS either through their website ucas.ac.uk or via the contact details below.
Customer Service Unit UCAS PO Box 28 Cheltenham GL52 3LZ, UK T: 0871 468 0 468
International
International students can apply directly| to the university.
Technology Admissions Queens Building 1.25 De Montfort University Leicester LE1 9BH, UK
T: +44 (0) 116 257 7456 E: technology@dmu.ac.uk| F: +44 (0) 116 257 7693
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