Computer Science with Integrated Foundation Year
University of Sunderland
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Sir Tom Cowie Campus

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SEP-26

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4 Years

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Sir Tom Cowie Campus

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SEP-26

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4 Years

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This is a four-year version of our popular BSc (Hons) Computer Science course, with an integrated foundation year. Study the fundamentals of computer science and systems administration. Design and develop for web, multimedia and mobile platforms. Challenge your creativity and technical skills with a series of challenging, hands-on practical projects.This interesting and challenging course combines hands-on development with the theories behind how and why computers work as they do. You will have ...Read more

This is a four-year version of our popular BSc (Hons) Computer Science course, with an integrated foundation year. Study the fundamentals of computer science and systems administration. Design and develop for web, multimedia and mobile platforms. Challenge your creativity and technical skills with a series of challenging, hands-on practical projects.This interesting and challenging course combines hands-on development with the theories behind how and why computers work as they do. You will have full access to the University’s outstanding IT facilities, which include specialist networking laboratories. We provide professional-level developer software and advanced hardware through accreditations with Cisco and other major companies.Topics include programming, software development, database systems, artificial intelligence, Internet of Things and Cybersecurity.

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40/279
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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92nd
CUG Ranking
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Source: Complete University Guide 2026
83rd
What students say
M
Mussab
21 Jan 26

The MSc Cyber Security program at the University of Sunderland offers a solid academic foundation, especially for students who come from a non-technical or theory-based..Read more

M
Muhammad
21 Jan 26

The University of Sunderland has been a very positive experience for me so far. The academic environment is supportive, and most lecturers are approachable, knowledgeable, and..Read more

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£9,535 per year

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£9,535 per year

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Students from England

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£9,535 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,535 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,535 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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University of Sunderland
University of Sunderland , Sunderland

Located on England’s north-east coast, the University of Sunderland is a well-regarded modern university with four global campuses and...

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St Peter's Sunderland SR6 0DD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Seaham  3.2 miles away
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