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Introduction
This Foundation Year is an alternative route to our Computing, Environmental and Electronics degree programmes. It is designed to allow students to gain the skills required to progress to our BSc/BEng programmes.
WISA is a multidisciplinary faculty covering architecture,the built environment, computing, electronics and environmental conservation.
Students starting this course in the academic year 2023–2024 and who go on to enrol on a full-time degree course will receive a scholarship worth £1,500.
PATHWAY OPTIONS
STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (Computing Stream)
UCAS Code: SCT1
STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (Environmental Stream)
UCAS Code: STE1
STEM - Science Technology Engineering & Mathematics (Electronics Stream)
UCAS Code: STE6
Why choose this course?
1. A gateway to degrees in multiple disciplines across Engineering, Computing and Environment.
2. State of the art, purpose-built campus with brand new workshop facilities and high-tech learning spaces.
3. Specialist support sessions in Mathematics and Science run on a weekly basis.
4. Passionate and compassionate staff – 1 to 1 session bookings available.
5. Guest lectures from lecturers and industry professionals across a wide range of applications and sectors.
Overview
UWTSD has a long history of "Reaching Wider" and we appreciate the challenges that students can face, often through no fault of their own. We also appreciate the challenges presented to individuals wishing to change career. This programme is intended to address and resolve any deficiencies in students' skills in order to meet the entry requirements for our degree.
We have a friendly team of academics who are dedicated to the well-being and academic progress of our students and offer excellent support to students during this Foundation Year.
Modules
BSc (Hons) Applied Computing
Entry Criteria
This programme is only available to Home applicants.
Successful completion of Level 4 CertHE Computing Skills for the Workplace (120 credits).
ENTRY REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Home Office Share Code
For EU students only.
IF no Qualification
Please provide CV with at least 2 years of work experience, and employee reference letter.
Assessment
ASSESSMENT METHODS
1. INTERNAL ENGLISH TEST if you don't have an English accredited certificate
2. Academic Interview
Assessment
Students are assessed through a combination of worksheets, practicals, presentations, projects and examinations. Module assessment is often by assignment, or assignment and examination. The final mark for some modules may include one or more pieces of coursework set and completed during the module. Project work is assessed by written report and presentation.
Career Opportunities
Our graduates have excellent employment prospects in the computing, teaching, lecturing and ICT industry, as well as in other areas of the economy. Recent statistics show that the vast majority are following their chosen career paths within six months of graduating.
Graduates would seek positions in application development, business systems analysis, database development and administration, information systems consultancy and management, etc.
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