BSc (Hons) Computing with foundation year

The BSc (Hons) Computing with Foundation Year at the University of Bolton provides students with not only the practical skills necessary for a successful career in computing but also the theoretical foundations to understand why these skills are needed. The course is designed to be flexible and relevant for a dynamic and ever-changing industry.Course Content: The course covers the essentials of computing, such as programming, systems analysis and design, databases, data analysis, network fundamentals, and web technologies. In the foundation year, students build a solid grasp of basic IT and computing concepts and skills, including academic and problem-solving skills. The following years focus on progressively advanced topics, culminating in a final year project where students apply what they've learned to a real-world problem.Key Modules: Some of the key modules included in this course are Introduction to Problem Solving and Programming, Business and Systems Analysis and Design, Computer Networks, Database Design, Calculus for Computing, Discrete Mathematics, Introduction to Cyber Security, Web Programming, Data Structures and Algorithms, and Software Engineering.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), the Chartered Institute for IT, for the purpose of partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.Future Careers: After graduating, students may find diverse roles in the computing sector. They might join the technical support team at a large organization, work as a systems analyst or programmer or become a network manager or web developer. Those who wish to continue studying can consider applying for the MSc in Information Technology Management at the University of Bolton.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.