Foundation Year in Computing

    Foundation Year in Computing at Kingston University

    Foundation Year in Computing at Kingston University

    The Foundation Year in Computing at Kingston University is a Foundation program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the Penrhyn Road campus in London Borough of Sutton, United Kingdom, the program is taught in English and takes 1 year(s) to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on September 1, 2026.

    About Foundation Year in Computing

    We recognise there are many routes to success at degree level. Our Foundation Year in Computing specifically caters for those who lack the traditional entry qualifications to join the first year of a science degree. You are likely to be someone with either non-computing/maths-based qualifications, someone who has tried computing/maths-based subjects but has yet to realise their potential or you are a mature student, with skills and experience from employment, who wants to return to education.

    The foundation year has the benefit of being part of the extended degree and gives you access to a range of activities and staff on the degree programme that you will continue your studies with.

    The foundation year in computing is taught at the University and you'll have access to all its facilities.

    This foundation year is available with these courses:

    Choose your pathway

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Foundation Year in Computing at Kingston University

    Entry Requirements

    Typical offer 2025

    64 UCAS points from two Level 3 qualifications.

    Candidates are also required to hold a GCSE Mathematics at grade C/4 or above or a recognised equivalent.

    Typical offer 2024

    64 UCAS points from two Level 3 qualifications.

    Candidates are normally required to hold five GCSE subjects at grade C/4 or above, including Mathematics and English Language.

    Additional requirements

    Entry on to this course does not require an interview, entrance test, audition or portfolio.

    Alternative routes

    We will consider a range of alternative Level 3 qualifications or significant experience that are equivalent to the standard offer.

    Please note: This is not a standalone course but is an integrated foundation year. Successful completion of the foundation year will enable you to automatically progress onto the first year of your chosen degree. UCAS codes are included on the relevant webpage for the course you would like to study which offer the foundation year option.

    International

    We welcome applications from International Applicants. View our standard entry requirements from your country.

    All non-UK applicants must meet our English language requirements. For this course it is Academic IELTS of 6.0, with no element below 5.5.

    Country-specific information

    You will find more information on country specific entry requirements in the International section of our website.

    Typical offer and UCAS points explained

    Like most universities, we use the UCAS Tariff point system for our course entry requirements.

    Find out more about UCAS Tariff points and see how A-level, AS level, BTEC Diploma and T-level qualifications translate to the points system.

    Fee Information

    Foundation Year in Computing at Kingston University
    Kingston University
    Kingston University
    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, London Borough of Sutton

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