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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: CS15

Computer Science (with Foundation Year)

University of Lancashire
Preston, England
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4 yearsDuration
£17,325Per Year (Intl)
£25,000Avg. Graduate Salary
71%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Computer Science (with Foundation Year) at University of Lancashire is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about designing solutions for real-world challenges. Based in Preston, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Course Overview Computers are a ubiquitous part of our lives. On our Computer Science Foundation Year Degree, you get to study the systems and software that permeate our work and leisure. Why study with us - Learn how to apply computational thinking, study databases and human computer interaction and participate in a team-based software development projects to apply your project management skills. International tuition fees are £17,325 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 98% student satisfaction rating, and 76% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Foundation Mathematics for Computing
Introduction to Programming Fundamentals
Digital Systems and Computer Architecture
Database Design and Implementation
Software Development Methodologies
Human-Computer Interaction
Computer Networks and Cybersecurity
Team-Based Software Development Project
UCAS Code:CS15
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
PTE Academic61

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£17,325

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£69,300

Home Student Fee

£9,535

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 — University of Lancashire

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£24,000£25,000£30,000
3 years£19,000£24,500£31,500
5 years£21,500£28,000£39,000

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 23% below UK average salary
This course
£24,500
UK average
£32,000
Salary 5 years after graduation 12% below UK average salary
This course
£28,000
UK average
£32,000

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

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH11-01-01 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

71%Working
5%Studying
10%Work & Study
8%Seeking Work
78%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH11-01-01 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.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

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

Teaching on my course
71%
Learning opportunities
75%
Assessment and feedback
69%
Academic support
76%
Organisation and management
46%
Learning resources
86%
Student voice
61%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
61%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About University of Lancashire

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