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Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Computing and Digital Technologies course at University Centre Somerset.
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Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £8,950 per year |
| Scotland | £8,950 per year |
| Wales | £8,950 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £8,950 per year |
| EU | £8,950 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: I159
Here's what University Centre Somerset says about its Computing and Digital Technologies course.
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 West. It also enhances employability of students by providing training with industry-standard software and access to specialist resources such as the Extended Reality equipment, Cyber Security and Networking Labs, as well as the opportunity to pursue Cisco accreditations as part of our Cisco Academy.
A prominent feature is the use of in-course assessment, where modules are assessed by the teaching team as you complete them. This course is typically delivered on-site two days a week across the academic year.
Progression Opportunities The Foundation Degree is a perfect platform for progression on to the BSc (Hons) Top-up Degree. You will be equipped with a range of computer skills that are all highly desirable to prospective employers.
Source: University Centre Somerset
Course details
Qualification
Foundation Degree - FD
Department
Business and Computing
Location
Taunton Campus | Taunton
Duration
2 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Applied computing
Start date
14 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
The modules you will study
Modules may include: • Software Engineering • Web Application Development • Full Stack Development • Network Infrastructure Management • Cyber Incident Response • Application of Emerging Technologies • Principles of Data Science.
How you will be assessed
Our specialist teaching staff have hands-on experience of working in computing, and offer expert tuition in labs and classrooms. Assessment is through a mix of assignments, practical work, reports, presentations and live scenarios. There are no formal examinations, only coursework. As part of the course, you will be required to undertake projects both in groups and individually.
A prominent feature is the use of in-course assessment, where modules are assessed by the teaching team as you complete them.
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Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about University Centre Somerset graduates who took Computing and Digital Technologies - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
60%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
100%
In work, study or other activity
65%
Say it fits with future plans
80%
Are utilising studies
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University Centre Somerset graduates who took Computing and Digital Technologies - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£23k
First year after graduation
£29.6k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Computing and Digital Technologies.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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