Computing Foundation Year

Program Overview

This one-year computing foundation course equips students with essential programming, web design, networking, and security skills. Emphasizing hands-on learning and personal development, the program prepares students for a specialist three-year undergraduate degree in computing. Students benefit from industry connections, work experience opportunities, and a supportive environment that fosters academic confidence and independent learning.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This one-year computing foundation course is designed to provide students with essential programming, web design, networking, and security skills before they progress to a specialist three-year undergraduate degree in computing. Upon completion of the foundation year, students will be eligible to join the first year of a computing-related undergraduate program. The program emphasizes hands-on learning through creative and practical projects, guided by experienced faculty with diverse skills and expertise. Personal development is a key focus, with students receiving support to enhance their academic confidence and transition into independent learners. Teamwork and cross-disciplinary collaboration are encouraged, reflecting the industry's high regard for these skills. Solent's computing department maintains strong connections with industry professionals and employers. Students are encouraged to leverage these networks to secure work experience placements, attend industry events, and learn from guest speakers.

Outline:

Core Modules:

• Digital Media Technologies: Introduces students to various processes used in contemporary digital media, audio, and visual technologies.
• Foundation Computing: Covers fundamental concepts and practices in computing, including hardware, software, operating systems, computer networks, and cybersecurity.
• Individual Degree Related Project: Develops academic study skills essential for future academic endeavors, including report and presentation writing in an academic style.

Teaching:

Other:

• Students have access to the same facilities, academic support, and student support as undergraduate degree students.
• The program provides a supportive environment for students returning to education after a break.
• Solent University offers a pre-sessional English program for international students who need to improve their English proficiency before commencing their degree course.