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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: G401

Computer Science with Foundation Year

Keele University
Keele, England
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4 yearsDuration
£18,200Per Year (Intl)
£30,000Avg. Graduate Salary
76%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Foundation Year at Keele University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about designing solutions for real-world challenges. Based in Keele, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Foundation Year Our Foundation Year provides an excellent alternative route to Keele, providing a unique opportunity to better prepare for your chosen degree, and with guaranteed entry onto your undergraduate course once you successfully complete your Foundation Year. This extra year of study can improve your academic skills, expand your subject knowledge, give you a better understanding of higher education and, perhaps most importantly of all, build your confidence. On the Keele Foundation Year, you'll study on campus, joining our undergraduate community from the outset, with access to... A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £26,500 within three years.

What You'll Learn

Foundation Mathematics
Computing Fundamentals
Digital Systems and Logic
Programming Principles
Data Structures and Algorithms
Software Engineering Practices
Database Design and Management
Computer Networks and Security
UCAS Code:G401
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

UCAS Points56

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic59

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£18,200

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£72,800

Home Student Fee

£10,050

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Keele University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£25,000£30,000£35,000
3 years£23,500£26,500£34,500
5 years£29,000£37,000£49,000

UK subject average: £32,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 17% below UK average salary
This course
£26,500
UK average
£32,000
Salary 5 years after graduation 16% above UK average salary
This course
£37,000
UK average
£32,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £10,500 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH11-01-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

40%Working
10%Studying
15%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
75%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
76%
Learning opportunities
78%
Assessment and feedback
79%
Academic support
84%
Organisation and management
84%
Learning resources
88%
Student voice
76%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
80%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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About Keele University

Keele University offers Computer Science with Foundation Year as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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