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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: A022

Computer Science with Foundation Year

Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield, England
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4 yearsDuration
£9,790Per Year (Intl)
£29,000Avg. Graduate Salary
85%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Foundation Year at Sheffield Hallam University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about designing solutions for real-world challenges. Based in Sheffield, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information. Course Summary - Study your foundation year, then progress to a degree with industry accreditation from the BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT. - Prepare for the degree with an extra foundation year at the start. - Learn the skills you need to write the software of tomorrow. International tuition fees are £9,790 per year, home/UK fees are £18,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 85% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £26,500 within three years, and 87% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Foundation Mathematics
Programming Fundamentals
Data Structures and Algorithms
Web Development and Software Design
Database Systems
Computer Networks and Security
Software Engineering Principles
Final Year Project
UCAS Code:A022
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

CDD

UCAS Points80

🗣️ 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

£9,790

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£39,160

Home Student Fee

£18,000

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 — Sheffield Hallam University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£25,000£29,000£33,500
3 years£21,000£26,500£36,000
5 years£24,500£33,000£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▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£33,000
UK average
£32,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £6,500 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

86%Working
1%Studying
4%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
83%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 area average

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

Teaching on my course
85%
Learning opportunities
82%
Assessment and feedback
82%
Academic support
87%
Organisation and management
75%
Learning resources
84%
Student voice
81%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: Subject-group average for this provider

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£3,600scholarship value
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About Sheffield Hallam University

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

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