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International Foundation Programme for Computer Science

Applications are open!

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International Foundation Programme for Computer Science

University of London

Applications are open!

Applications for the July 2025 cohort are now open. Apply now or express interest to get started.

Apply now

International Foundation Programme for Computer Science

Offered by the University of London

Get degree-ready

On successful completion of this programme, students will be offered a place on the UoL online BSc Computer Science degree on Coursera

£4,500 total cost

With flexible pay by module tuition, you’ll only pay for the current module you’re studying.

6 - 36 months

Complete the course in as little as six months - or study at a pace that suits you, with up to three years to complete the programme.

100% online

Lecture videos, live sessions, group feedback sessions, and connection with instructors and peers.

Careers 

Lay the foundations of your future in tech

Successful completion of the International Foundation Programme for Computer Science will be offered a place in the University of London’s prestigious Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science.

In less than a year, you could be ready to open the door to a world-class degree programme. Progressing to the University of London’s online BSc Computer Science degree will allow you to master in-demand computing skills, hone your chosen specialist expertise and build a portfolio to demonstrate your experience and suitability for roles as diverse as:

  • application programmer

  • mobile app developer

  • web developer

  • video game developer

  • SFX and post-production designer

  • systems analyst.

Applications for July 2025 are now open!

Interested in learning more? Catch up on our latest webinar with University of London faculty. Watch the recording now.

To join this programme, you must be age 18+ by 31 December in the year of registration.

⏰ Important Dates for July 2025:

  • Application deadline June 2
  • Registration deadline June 16
  • Classes start June 30

Build the skills you'll need for your Computer Science degree

Prepare for your computing career, and learn to:

  • Build the computing-specific study skills you’ll need for your degree
  • Apply theoretical perspectives, statistics and mathematics tools to real-life situations and challenges
  • Assess different research practices, theories and sources of information
  • Develop practical programming skills and problem-solving techniques using Python

Get ready for a career in computer science

£48,733 / $108,145 average salary

Computer Science graduates develop a wealth of job-ready skills helping them prepare for a range of roles available globally.(Indeed.com, 2023)

14.5% projected job growth

Job vacancies in computer science are expected to grow globally with an estimated 3.5 million jobs by 2026.(Gitnux 2023)

Access to a range of sectors

Computer science graduates build skills integral to modern life and are therefore in high demand across many different industries including technology, finance, health and more.(QS 2023)

Set your sights on in-demand jobs

  • Computer scientist

  • Computer programmer

  • Software engineer

  • Computer systems analyst

  • Web developer

  • Mobile app developer

  • Creative coder

  • Music/audio engineer

  • Interface designer

  • Database manager

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Career services for students

The University of London Career Service lets you easily access careers and employability support, regardless of your career stage. 

Award-winning staff use a personalised approach, working closely with alumni and leading employers to offer industry-relevant career development guidance through tailored live sessions.

With a range of online support including international vacancy portals, live career webinars and drop-in sessions and careers training modules, the Career Service will help you maximise the potential of your highly sought-after computing skills.

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Applications are open now!

Apply now to secure your spot