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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: G407

Computer Science with Foundation Year

University of Surrey
Guildford, England
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4 yearsDuration
£30,000Per Year (Intl)
£31,000Avg. Graduate Salary
78%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Foundation Year at University of Surrey is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about designing solutions for real-world challenges. Based in Guildford, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Foundation courses A foundation year can develop your skills and make it easier to get started at university. It is an extra year of study at the start of your course that leads in to a full degree programme. It’s a great option if: You don’t have the grades for a full degree course You have non-traditional qualifications or experience You’re starting university after some time away from education You’re looking for more support during the transition into university study. International tuition fees are £30,000 per year, home/UK fees are £18,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 97% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £41,500 within three years, and a 80% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Mathematical Foundations for Computing
Digital Systems and Hardware Basics
Introduction to Programming
Computer Science Fundamentals
Study Skills and University Transition
Problem Solving and Algorithms
Data Representation and Logic
Foundation Project and Portfolio Development
UCAS Code:G407
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

CCC

Overall: CCC We do not include General Studies or Critical Thinking in our offers. Required Subjects: Mathematics. Applicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass.

International Baccalaureate

29 points

Overall: 29 Required Subjects: Mathematics Analysis and Approaches HL4/SL6 or Mathematics Applications and Interpretations HL4. GCSE or Equivalent: English A HL4/SL4 or English B HL5/SL6.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.565.5
PTE Academic67

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£30,000

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£120,000

Home Student Fee

£18,000

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

UK fees To be confirmed Overseas fees To be confirmed UK fees To be confirmed *

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Surrey

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£28,000£31,000£36,000
3 years£31,500£41,500£50,000
5 years£38,000£49,000£65,500

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 30% above UK average salary
This course
£41,500
UK average
£32,000
Salary 5 years after graduation 53% above UK average salary
This course
£49,000
UK average
£32,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £7,500 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

85%Working
5%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
95%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
78%
Learning opportunities
81%
Assessment and feedback
78%
Academic support
89%
Organisation and management
84%
Learning resources
91%
Student voice
77%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
88%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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Forever Surrey Scholarship

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Care Leaver and Estranged Student Bursary

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£3,000scholarship value
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About University of Surrey

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

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