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Foundation of Computer Science with Integrated Foundation Year

Royal Holloway, University of London

Egham, United Kingdom
4 years
English
On campus
Foundation

About the program

A four-year computer science degree covering programming, Systems, AI and cyber security.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights: no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Demonstrate core knowledge in Computer Science with Integrated Foundation Year. Apply analytical and practical methods to discipline-specific problems. Communicate ideas effectively in academic and professional settings. Work collaboratively and apply ethical professional practice.

Career outcomes

Software developer
Web developer
Cloud engineer
Cyber security specialist
AI and IoT developer

Curriculum

Four-year route that opens with an integrated foundation year in computing and digital problem-solving
Then the three-year degree. Degree study covers programming
Mathematics
Systems architecture
Mobile applications
Databases
Networking
Web software engineering
Cyber security
Cloud computing
Human-computer interaction
Artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things.

Entry requirements

Academic

A Levels: CCC-CCD. Required subjects: Grade C in Mathematics
Computer Science or Physics. GCSE Mathematics at grade 5 (B) GCSE English Language at grade 4 (C) International qualification or degree equivalents by country are listed on the course page
A levels CCC-CCD for most (e.g. Psychology
Law); international qualifications by country via the course page; open to international students who meet the English requirement

Accepted academic background

Secondary / high-school qualifications (A levels, IB, or the country-specific equivalent listed on each course page); applicants who do not meet the English requirement are directed to the Study Group International Foundation Year (staged separately)

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 88
Duolingo 120
PTE Academic 67
IELTS Academic 6.5

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Proof of Identity
Application Form

How to apply

Review the program admission requirements. Prepare academic transcripts and supporting documents. Complete the institution application form. Submit proof of language proficiency if required. Pay the application fee if applicable. Await the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£27,900 GBP
Application fee	_
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Egham
Faculty or school	School of Engineering, Physical and Mathematical Sciences
Department	Computer Science
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	_
Scholarship note	Royal Holloway, University of London scholarship or tuition-support opportunities may vary by program, intake and applicant eligibility. Review current award conditions before applying.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
13 Jan 2027
60 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.