Information Technology with Foundation Year
Middlesex University
UCAS Code: I2ZZ | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Middlesex University
UCAS Code: I2ZZ | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
Access to HE Diploma
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English and Maths at C/4 or above
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
BTEC = must be in a related subject
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About this course
**Course Summary**
If you’re passionate about information technology but feel you need additional preparation before starting a degree, the Information Technology (with Foundation Year) programme at Middlesex University is perfect for you. The foundation year provides a strong grounding in essential academic and technical skills, giving you the confidence to progress onto the full undergraduate degree. You'll develop a solid understanding of how IT systems and technologies support organisational operations and learn through a combination of theory and hands-on experiments.
With access to advanced facilities such as interworking labs equipped with telecommunications equipment, high-end simulation software, and remote access features, you'll gain practical experience that sets you up for success.
**Why Study This Course at Middlesex?**
Middlesex University is committed to helping students from all backgrounds succeed. The foundation year is designed to bridge gaps in knowledge and prepare you for the demands of higher education. You’ll be supported by dedicated staff, benefiting from their strong links with the IT industry and expertise in cutting-edge research.
Through the foundation year and degree programme, you’ll have opportunities to participate in external events, meet industry professionals, and attend career-focused workshops. Middlesex also offers optional paid placements, allowing you to gain valuable real-world experience while studying.
**What You Will Gain**
A degree in information technology, starting with a foundation year, equips you with essential skills for a successful career in the IT sector. The foundation year will build your confidence in critical areas like mathematics, computing, and communication, providing the tools you need to progress into the main degree.
Throughout the programme, you’ll develop your ability to design websites, manage IT systems, and work with databases and multimedia. Middlesex graduates have gone on to work for prestigious organisations such as Yahoo, Microsoft, The Metropolitan Police, IBM, and Apple.
Modules
Core modules
Computing and Digital Technology (30 credits) - Compulsory
SMART (Students Mastering Academic writing, Research and Technology) (30 credits) - Compulsory
Foundation Mathematics (30 credits) - Compulsory
Foundation Project (30 credits) - Compulsory
BSc modules
Year 1 - Compulsory
Computer Systems Architecture and Operating Systems (30 credits)
Information in Organisations (30 credits)
Emerging Technologies in Practice (30 credits)
Introduction to Programming (30 credits)
Year 2 - Compulsory
Data Management and Business Intelligence (30 credits)
Project Management and Professional Practice (30 credits)
Web Applications and Databases (30 credits)
Year 2 - Optional
Information Systems Analysis and Design (30 credits)
Operating Systems and Computer Networks (30 credits)
Placement Year - Optional
Industrial Placement (120 credits)
Year 3 - Compulsory
UG Individual Project (30 credits)
Year 3 - Optional
Enterprise Networking and Automation (30 credits)
Artificial Intelligence (30 credits)
Web-Based Mobile App Development (30 credits)
Business Intelligence (30 credits)
Novel Interaction Technologies (30 credits)
Digital Media Technology (30 credits)
Strategic Information Systems (Enterprise Project) Management (30 credits)
UX Design (30 credits)
Advanced Web Development with Big Data (30 credits)
Teaching Computing in the Secondary School (30 credits)
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Hendon Campus
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