Applied Computing with Foundation Year (Full-time) (BSc Hons, Foundation)
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
About this course
BSc Hons in Computer Science, a four-year programme beginning with a foundation year. Core topics include Programming, Computer Architecture, Data Analysis, Statistics, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The first year provides a shared foundation of subjects common to the Computing Portfolio, with flexibility to choose specialist modules in later years. A major project in the final year serves as the programme's capstone.
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Entry requirements
1-32 UCAS Tariff Points e.g. A-levels: E, BTEC: PPP, IB: 24
What students say
Based on about 77 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 86%
- Assessment and feedback: 91%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 86%
- Learning resources: 88%
- Student voice: 81%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 130 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 74%
- Gained a higher qualification: 5%
- Left higher education: 19%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 2%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 30 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- South East: 5%
- South West: 5%
- Wales: 85%
- Northern Ireland: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 125 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 11%
- Other HE qualification: 80%
- Other qualifications: 2%
- No formal qualifications: 7%
Modules
- Analysing and Solving Problems
- Introduction to Computer Programming
- Introduction to Computer Systems
- Introduction to Mathematics and Science
- Academic Skills
- Integrating Project
- Software Development
- Computer Architecture and Operating Systems
- Introduction to Web and Database Concepts
- Network and Cybersecurity Essentials
- Learning in the Digital Era
- Data Analysis & Visualisation
- Mathematics
- Changemakers: Creativity and Value Creation
- Network Operating Systems and Services
- Data Security and Compliance
- Software Engineering Principles and Testing
- Advanced Networking
- Cloud Computing Architecture
- Databases Application Development
- Indie Game Development
- Network Programmability
- Web and Mobile Technologies
- Object Oriented Programming and Algorithms
- Advanced Software Development
- Games Architecture and Mechanics
- Statistical Programming
- Geographical Information Systems
- Computer Forensics
- Independent Project
- Emerging Trends
- Advanced Cybersecurity
- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
- Usability Engineering
- Graphics and Games Programming
- Switching, Routing and Wireless
- Enterprise Networking, Security and Automation
- Cloud-Based Web Services
- Cloud Computing Administration
- Data Warehousing and Data Mining
- Software Engineering Principles and Practice
- Socket Programming and Concurrency
- GPU Programming
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of Applied Computing with Foundation Year (Full-time) (BSc Hons, Foundation) at University of Wales Trinity Saint David earn?
The median salary is £27,500 after 3 years, £31,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,500 and £38,000. The £31,500 median after five years is £4,500 less than the UK median for Computer science.
Are students happy with the teaching on Applied Computing with Foundation Year (Full-time) (BSc Hons, Foundation) at University of Wales Trinity Saint David?
88% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for Applied Computing with Foundation Year (Full-time) (BSc Hons, Foundation) at University of Wales Trinity Saint David?
The typical offer is E at A level. The average entrant had 97 UCAS points.
How many students continue on Applied Computing with Foundation Year (Full-time) (BSc Hons, Foundation) at University of Wales Trinity Saint David?
74% of students continued into their second year, and 19% left higher education.