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Bachelor of Science - BSc
Computer Science with an Integrated Foundation Year
University of Manchester
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Computer Science with an Integrated Foundation Year course at University of Manchester.
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A level
Students are accepted from a wide range of educational backgrounds and all applications are considered on their individual merits. Decisions are based on the application as a whole - including the qualifications, the personal statement, and the referee's comments. The following must therefore be viewed only as general guide. Our entry requirements vary depending on the subjects being taken at A level. Typically, we would be looking for: - Grades ABB where a student has 3 relevant subjects - Grades AAB where a student has 2 relevant subjects - Grades AAA where a student has 1 relevant subject The subjects considered to be relevant are Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Electronics and Statistics. If you are unsure whether you would be considered with your qualifications/predictions, we would encourage you to contact us before making an application. In all cases we only offer places to applicants if we are convinced that they have the academic potential and the high level of motivation that is needed to be successful on the Integrated Foundation Year and on their chosen degree programme. To help us make our decision, applicants may be asked to attend an Academic Assessment.
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Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at University of Manchester. These students are taking Computer Science with an Integrated Foundation Year or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | A* |
| Computer Science | A* |
| Physics | A* |
| Further Mathematics | A* |
| Chemistry | A* |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: H114
Here's what University of Manchester says about its Computer Science with an Integrated Foundation Year course.
Computer Science with an Integrated Foundation Year is a one year programme designed to improve your mathematical and scientific understanding and skills to a level where you will be able to start a degree in the Department of Computer Science in one of the following subject areas:
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Computer Science, BSc
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Computer Science, MEng
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Computer Science with Industrial Experience, BSc
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Computer Science with Industrial Experience, MEng
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Computer Science (Human Computer Interaction), BSc
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Computer Science (Human Computer Interaction), MEng
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Computer Science (Human Computer Interaction) with Industrial Experience, BSc
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Computer Science (Human Computer Interaction) with Industrial Experience, MEng
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Computer Science and Mathematics, BSc
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Computer Science and Mathematics with Industrial Experience, BSc
On the Foundation Year you will study mathematics, physics and (where appropriate) chemistry. In addition, you will take modules in Academic Skills and ICT (Information and Communications Technology). You will also complete a group project, related to your intended degree programme and supervised by an academic from your future Department.
Source: University of Manchester
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science - BSc
Department
Faculty of Science and Engineering
Location
Main Site | Manchester
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Computer science
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Manchester
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from University of Manchester students who took the Computer Science with an Integrated Foundation Year course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
82%
med
Teaching on my course
82%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
85%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
87%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
65%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
91%
high
Learning opportunities
80%
med
Learning opportunities
80%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
79%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
82%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
83%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
83%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
71%
low
Assessment and feedback
65%
low
Assessment and feedback
65%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
76%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
78%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
51%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
60%
low
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
60%
low
Academic support
83%
med
Academic support
83%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
86%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
81%
low
Organisation and management
74%
med
Organisation and management
74%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
74%
med
How well organised is your course?
72%
med
Learning resources
85%
med
Learning resources
85%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
83%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
85%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
88%
med
Student voice
77%
med
Student voice
77%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
61%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
88%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
80%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
71%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
88%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
88%
high
Student information
See who's studying at University of Manchester. These students are taking Computer Science with an Integrated Foundation Year or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about University of Manchester graduates who took Computer Science with an Integrated Foundation Year - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
100%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
90%
In work, study or other activity
80%
Say it fits with future plans
75%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
80%
Information Technology Professionals
5%
Business and Financial Project Management Professionals
5%
Business and public service associate professionals
5%
Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Manchester graduates who took Computer Science with an Integrated Foundation Year - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£39.2k
First year after graduation
£50.4k
Third year after graduation
£62.4k
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 Computer Science with an Integrated Foundation Year.
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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