Computing With Stem Foundation Year

About this course

Computing sits at the core of the modern economy, driving innovation across every sector from healthcare and finance to education and the creative industries. A foundation year in computing, offered alongside STEM disciplines at Edge Hill University, is designed for students who have the interest and aptitude for this kind of study but whose previous qualifications may not yet meet the standard entry requirements for a direct degree programme. The year is a genuine academic preparation, not a remedial step, building the skills, habits of mind, and subject knowledge that will underpin your undergraduate studies. On this four-year full-time programme, the first year develops the mathematical and analytical foundations that computing degrees rely on, alongside academic skills such as research, structured writing, and independent study. You will begin to engage with computing concepts and w

Where its graduates go

The 5 largest scored destinations, covering 75% of graduates; the headline also reflects the subject baseline.

• 72 / 100Information Technology Professionals · 35% of graduatescards →
• 60 / 100Business, Research and Administrative Professionals · 5% of graduatescards →
• 55 / 100Administrative occupations · 5% of graduatescards →
• 48 / 100Business and public service associate professionals · 10% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Science, engineering and technology associate professionals · 20% of graduatescards →

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