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UndergraduateFoundation DegreeUCAS: I159

Computing and Digital Technologies

University Centre Somerset
Taunton, England
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2 yearsDuration
£13,500Per Year (Intl)
£8,950Home Fee
91%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The FD Computing and Digital Technologies at University Centre Somerset is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about designing solutions for real-world challenges. Based in Taunton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. This Foundation Degree will provide a rigorous study of the theory and principles underlying Computing and Digital Technologies; developing and challenging students to establish a high degree of expertise in the application, integration and critical evaluation of a range of Computing and Digital Technologies, principles and practices. The programme provides opportunities for students to develop products and relationships with regional, national and international companies involved with Computing and Digital Technologies, as well as foster their own professional skills to support the South W... Home/uk fees are £8,950 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a 80% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Programming Fundamentals
Digital Systems and Architecture
Web Development Essentials
Networking and Cyber Security
Database Design and Management
Software Development Practices
Extended Reality Applications
Professional Skills and Industry Practice
UCAS Code:I159
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

UCAS Points64

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£13,500

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£27,000

Home Student Fee

£8,950

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 LEO data (HMRC tax records)

💰 Graduate Salaries — University Centre Somerset

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
3 years£20,000£25,000£29,500
5 years£25,000£29,500£36,500

UK subject average: £24,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£25,000
UK average
£24,500
Salary 5 years after graduation 20% above UK average salary
This course
£29,500
UK average
£24,500

Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH11-01-08 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

90%Working
35%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
91%
Learning opportunities
87%
Assessment and feedback
87%
Academic support
100%
Organisation and management
91%
Learning resources
97%
Student voice
97%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
70%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: Subject-group average for this provider

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Alumni Bursary

University Centre Somerset · Undergraduate

£1,000scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • For undergraduate study
  • Open to your course
Need-based

HE Bursary

University Centre Somerset · Undergraduate

£600scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • For undergraduate study
  • Open to your course
Need-based

HE Diagnostic Support Fund

University Centre Somerset · Undergraduate

  • Available to all international students
  • For undergraduate study
  • Open to your course
Need-based

HE Technical Support Fund

University Centre Somerset · Undergraduate

  • Available to all international students
  • For undergraduate study
  • Open to your course
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About University Centre Somerset

University Centre Somerset offers Computing and Digital Technologies as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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