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BSc Computing and Information Technology with a Foundation Year

Birmingham City University

Institution
Birmingham City University
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Computing and Information Technology with a Foundation Year - BSc (Hons)
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
I10A
Typical offer
A-level CDD, UCAS 80

Entry requirements

80 UCAS Tariff points. Learn more about UCAS Tariff points . This course does not require evidence of GCSE qualifications. Please see A Level, BTEC and other Level 3 requirements below. A Level: A Level: 80 UCAS Tariff points / CDD (or equivalent) AS Level: Must be in a different subject to A Levels A maximum of four subjects will be considered Pearson BTEC (Diploma / Extended Diploma/ Extended Certificate): 80 UCAS Tariff points Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications T Level: Pass overall (C or above on the core) All subjects considered Access to HE Diploma: Pass with 60 credits, 45 credits at level 3 OCR Cambridge Technical qualifications: 80 UCAS Tariff points NCFE CACHE Level 3 qualifications: 80 UCAS Tariff points WJEC Level 3 qualifications: 80 UCAS Tariff points Considered with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualification(s) Irish Leaving Certificate (Highers): Minimum of 80 UCAS Tariff points, achieved in five Higher level subjects Scottish Higher / Advanced Higher: 80 UCAS Tariff points from three Advanced Highers (DDD) or two Advanced Highers (DD) plus two Highers (DD) Welsh Baccalaureate: 80 UCAS Tariff points. Considered with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications

About this course

BSc (Hons) in Web Development and Security. Core topics include Programming, Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, and Project Management. The course includes an optional placement year and offers industry certifications through partnerships with Microsoft, Cisco, and the Linux Professional Institute. Students complete an individual honours project in their final year.

Modules

  • Fundamentals of Digital Technology
  • Web Application Design
  • Emerging Technologies
  • Independent Practice
  • Foundations of Programming
  • Computer Systems
  • Networking Fundamentals
  • Innovation Project
  • Computational Thinking and Professional Development
  • Computer Programming
  • AI in Enterprise
  • Cyber Security
  • Cloud Systems Management
  • Database Systems Development
  • Applied Programming
  • Business Systems Solutions
  • Application Solutions Development
  • DevOps and Enterprise Automation
  • Individual Honours Project