FdSc Computing

course overview

The programme will allow individuals to display a critical, analytical, and evaluative approach to applying Computing concepts whilst taking into consideration the environments they operate in and the wider environmental context. The programme will also utilise opportunities for lifelong learning to generate self-directive and self-reflective students who commit to the process of continuous learning and development.

Course features

Final Award: Foundation Degree in Science
Duration: 2 Years
Awarding Body: NCG
Study Mode: Full Time
Start Date: February, October
Delivery: Weekday
Fees: £9,250 / Year

Entry Requirements

Our entry requirements guide your qualifications for our courses. With personalized admissions and ambitious offers, we encourage high aspirations. At Elizabeth School, we recognize and support your potential for future success.

To apply for this course, applicants will require the following:
  • UK Level 3 with minimum 64 UCAS tariff points, or 

  • EU/Overseas qualifications equivalent to UK level 3.

  • Entry test for Computing

* Applicants aged 21 and above, who may not meet the standard entry requirements, could still be eligible for admission if they have at least two years of relevant work experience. This experience should showcase transferable skills and knowledge, including effective communication, efficient time management, strong organisational abilities, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Applicant must meet the English Language requirements by taking or providing one of the following assessment tests.
  • English Language GCSE at grade C/4 or above

  • Level 2 Functional Skills English

  • IELTS 6.0 

  • Internal English Assessment 

Modules

Module CodeModule NameModule Credits
ACS100Academic Study Skills10
NCS101Networking Design Fundamentals 20
CMP114 Dynamic Website Development 20
PRD100 Personal Development10
CMP111 Information Systems and Databases 20
CMP112 Programming Fundamentals 20
WRL100 Work Related Learning 20

Teaching and Assessment

The assessment strategy aims to fulfil the learning outcomes by combining traditional assessment types with a variety of authentic assessments which allow students to progressively develop their skills throughout the programme.

Formative assessment and feedback is a key part of the programme’s strategy. These will allow students to practise new tasks and receive regular feedback, to give them guidance and confidence to perform well for their summative assessments. These could include presentations, work related projects, group-work, computer based simulations, essays, videos and business reports.

Course Fees

Home (UK) £9,250 / Year

The fees above are for the 2023/24 academic year but may be subject to change following any announcements by the UK Government (approved by Parliament) regarding maximum Undergraduate tuition fee caps for 2023/24.

In addition, ESL reserves the right to increase all full-time and part-time Undergraduate tuition fees mid-course, in line with any further inflationary increase in the Government tuition fee cap which is approved by Parliament. ESL will publish information about any changes to tuition fees on its website.

Additional Information

This course is awarded by NCG please see the attached link for NCG’s HE regulatory documents.

https://www.ncgrp.co.uk/guide-to-information/higher-education-at-ncg/

Course Regulated by the Office for Student (OfS)

Career Prospects

What careers can you go on to pursue with an FdSc Computing programme

Information technology and telecommunications directors; Programmers and software development professionals; Web design and development professionals.