Computer Science BSc (Hons) (Foundation) (4 year route with Carmel College)

Key information

  • Course length: 4 years
  • UCAS code: G408
  • Year of entry: 2022
comp-sci-2

Module details

Due to the impact of COVID-19 we're changing how the course is delivered.

Programme Year Zero

Based at Carmel College in St Helens, about nine miles from the main University precinct. The college offers small class sizes and high standards of academic achievement. G408 students follow a foundation module in Mathematics and have a choice of two other modules taken from Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Information Technology or Geography.

Programme Year One

On successful completion of the foundation programme at Carmel College, students transfer to the first year of their chosen degree programme. Years Two, Three and Four are therefore identical in content to the three years of the degree programme you have chosen:

 

The programme detail and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.

Teaching and Learning

Teaching is by a mix of formal lectures, small group tutorials and supervised laboratory-based practical sessions. Students also undertake individual and group projects. Key problem solving skills and employability skills, like presentation and teamwork skills, are developed throughout the programme.