Computer Science with Foundation Year
Buckinghamshire New University
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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High Wycombe Campus

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This course lets you learn about different aspects of computer science and software engineering. You will get the skills you need to work in the technology industry. You will not only learn in the classroom, but also work on real projects by yourself or with a team. It doesn’t matter if you haven’t studied computing before, you can join this degree whatever your level of computing experience. We are looking for students who are interested in the new technologies that will change the world. ...Read more

This course lets you learn about different aspects of computer science and software engineering. You will get the skills you need to work in the technology industry. You will not only learn in the classroom, but also work on real projects by yourself or with a team. It doesn’t matter if you haven’t studied computing before, you can join this degree whatever your level of computing experience. We are looking for students who are interested in the new technologies that will change the world. During this course you will acquire a broad range of skills covering computation theory, fundamentals of computer science, compliers and operating systems, basic programming, software development and testing, web applications and databases, algorithms and data structures, whilst building secure web and mobile applications, alongside analysing life-critical systems. From your first day and onwards, you are with us, you will be studying topics ranging from, Computer Architecture, Discrete Mathematics, User Experience (UX) and Data Science. This degree is based on software and web technologies. You will focus on the technical side of making web apps and services. You will see how web-based computing can help different businesses and industries. The course balances theory and practice, and lets you use your knowledge in real projects. You will develop skills such as critical thinking and problem-solving. You will also learn about different computing disciplines, and how to choose and use the best principles, theories, practices and technologies for different situations. You will learn how to make systems that are dependable and reliable, using an object-oriented design approach. You will use industry standard methods, such as UML. You will also learn how to manage large-scale software projects. You will have the chance to study more about artificial intelligence, media programming, real-time systems, cloud computing and security. You will grow and improve your learning throughout the course. You will start with the basics, such as web and mobile development, IT support, software development, programming, analysis, design and network industries. Then you will apply what you have learned to various assignments, either individually or in a team. You will also learn skills in machine learning, artificial neural networks, data analysis, fuzzy and expert systems. You will also explore other areas that relate to AI, such as mathematics, logic, philosophy, cognitive psychology, linguistics and sociology.

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18/91
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115th
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97th
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Deepak
16 Feb 26

good aspect is i am getting practical knowledge here...no any worst..Read more

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Alejandro
02 Feb 26

The worst aspect for me and is more like a personal one is that I tried joining two clubs (Athletes and Hockey) but I never got a reply. So during fresher fair I looked for the..Read more

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£9,790 per year

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£9,790 per year

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£9,790 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,790 per year

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£9,790 per year

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£9,790 per year

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£15,910 per year

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£15,910 per year

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Buckinghamshire New University
Buckinghamshire New University , High Wycombe

Buckinghamshire New University (BNU) is a student-focused university based in High Wycombe, with over 130 years of educational history...

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Buckinghamshire New University
Queen Alexandra Road High Wycombe Buckinghamshire HP11 2JZ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: High Wycombe  0.2 miles away

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