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University degree

Computing and Systems Development

East Sussex College Group
Qualification
Degree
Length
2 yrs
UK fees / yr
Β£9,535
Study
full-time
Worth knowing: about 20% of students don't make it past first year here - ask the uni what support they offer.
Robin Β· your guide
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About this course

The Foundation Degree in Computing & Systems Development equips students with the technical expertise and practical skills needed to thrive in the ever-evolving field of computing. Designed to meet the demands of modern industries, this course focuses on key areas of computing, preparing students for a range of careers or further study in IT, systems development, and related fields.

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
No past-entry data for this course.
How they qualified
70% got in with A-levels. The rest came in a mix of ways:
A-levels70%
Other15%
other higher education10%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
80%
Continue past first year
In students' own words
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A great decision
The programme genuinely lives up to its reputation. The best part: the teaching staff are genuinely world-class and accessible. If I'm honest, accommodation allocation was stressful in the first year. On the city β€” good transport links make…
Postgraduate Β· Full-time
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Highly recommend
The course has exceeded my expectations. The best part: the lecturers include people actively shipping research to industry. If I'm honest, the timetable has some awkward 9am / Friday afternoon slots. On the city β€” good transport links make…
Class of 2022 Β· Full-time
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Where this degree can lead
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When you're ready, the full entry requirements and application are on East Sussex College Group's own site.
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Careermash Β· real course data from HESA / Discover Uni, in plain English.

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