Study Foundation Year in Computing at Kingston University in the UK, Computer Science
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Foundation Year in Computing

UK

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What will I learn?

This Foundation Year in Computing will give you the knowledge and skills to progress your studies and establish your ambitions. You’ll get a taste of academic life in a supportive university environment, with access to cutting-edge facilities.


This is an integrated foundation year, not a standalone course. If you complete it successfully, you can progress to the first year of your chosen degree.



Maybe you don’t have the right qualifications to join the first year of a computing-based degree. Perhaps your previous studies have been in an unrelated field, or you’re returning to education after time in employment. Whatever your reason, this Foundation Year will help you realise your potential.


During the course, you’ll take core modules that cover everything from professional skills and project management to the basic concepts, theories and technologies of computing. It’s the perfect way to gain an overview of the field before you specialise.


Through a blend of studio practice, project-based learning and context driven lectures, you’ll develop technical and communication skills and apply your knowledge to real-life problems.


You’ll complete the Foundation Year in Computing ready to progress to Year 1 of an honours course.

Which department am I in?

Computer Science

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£19,200.00 (US$ 24,795) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

January 2027

Venue

Penrhyn Road Campus

Penrhyn Road,

Penrhyn Road,

Kingston upon Thames,

Surrey,

KT1 2EE, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£19,200.00 (US$ 24,795) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Penrhyn Road Campus

Penrhyn Road,

Penrhyn Road,

Kingston upon Thames,

Surrey,

KT1 2EE, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

This course requires 64 UCAS tariff points from Level 3 qualifications.

The typical offer for this course is 64 UCAS points from Level 3 qualifications. You could achieve this with:

  • A-levels: CC
  • BTEC National Extended Diploma: Pass Pass Merit
  • A range of other equivalent Level 3 qualifications

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Kingston University

92 percent of Kingston University graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.

  • Renowned school of art and design
  • Top national rankings in creative disciplines
  • Industry placements and Future Skills embedded into courses
  • Safe, well-connected location 30 minutes from central London

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