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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: G991
Computer Science with Foundation Year
University of LeicesterLeicester, England
0 yearsDuration
£20,750Per Year (Intl)
£34,000Avg. Graduate Salary
83%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Foundation Year at University of Leicester is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about designing solutions for real-world challenges. Based in Leicester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application. In an industry as progressive as this one, there’s more than one way to succeed. If you don’t quite have the entry requirements to study computing at Leicester, this STEM Foundation Year degree is your starting point. Our integrated Science, Technology and Engineering (STEM) Foundation Year degrees are aimed at students who wish to study a STEM subject, such as computer science, but don’t have the traditional entry requirements. International tuition fees are £20,750 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 95% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £36,000 within three years, and a 85% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Introduction to Programming Concepts
Mathematics for Computing
Digital Systems and Logic
Computer Science Essentials
Physics for Engineers
Professional Skills and Communication
Problem Solving and Algorithms
Study Skills and Academic Development
UCAS Code:G991
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BCC Including 1 science from the following list: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Electronics, Geography, Geology, Maths, Further Maths, Physics, and Statistics. |
| International Baccalaureate | 26 points Must include appropriate maths and science content. Minimum of 5 in SL Maths or 4 in HL Maths required if grade 5/B not held at GCSE. |
| UCAS Points | 104 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 61 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£20,750
per year
Total Course Cost (12 months)£20,750
Home Student Fee
£9,790
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 Leicester
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £30,000 | £34,000 | £37,000 |
| 3 years | £30,000 | £36,000 | £45,000 |
| 5 years | £36,500 | £46,000 | £62,000 |
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▲ 13% above UK average salary
This course
£36,000
UK average
£32,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 44% above UK average salary
This course
£46,000
UK average
£32,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £10,000 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
50%Working
15%Studying
15%Seeking Work
65%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 averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
83%
Overall
Teaching on my course
83%Learning opportunities
81%Assessment and feedback
79%Academic support
88%Organisation and management
87%Learning resources
82%Student voice
80%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
92%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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