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International Foundation Programme for Computer Science

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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.

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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.

Student experience 

What’s it like to study the International Foundation Programme for Computer Science on Coursera? 

Leveraging Coursera’s online education platform to deliver the programme curriculum allows the University of London to offer you Coursera features such as interactive video transcription, in-course note taking and seamless learning across multiple devices.

  • You’ll be supported to study by your assigned online tutor, providing feedback at key moments of the course and answering questions through discussion forums and Zoom sessions. 

  • You’ll benefit from the expertise and oversight of module leaders, who keep an active presence and attend to the academic needs of the cohort.

  • You’ll enjoy an interactive online induction to the University of London, including an online library orientation module that’ll guide you through all the different resources and tools to help you study.

Like any other student at the University of London, you’ll be able to access a wealth of services including the world’s oldest fully online library and the careers service. You can also sharpen your study skills via the Skills Hub, or request on-demand academic support via the Studiosity platform. 

Pre-recorded lecture videos

Pace yourself through online lectures, with high-quality video lectures from instructors, complete with interactive transcript.

Attend live sessions or office hours

Get answers to your questions, in virtual office hours with instructors and teaching assistants, and live sessions alongside your fellow students.

Dig deeper on your own time

Dive deeper into course materials with slide decks that include explanations from instructors with visual aids.

Learn alongside an online community

Connect with fellow learners in staff-moderated discussion forums to share ideas, ask questions and grow together.

Network with peers

Meet and network with your classmates as you progress through the programme.

Study on your own schedule

With self-paced assignments, get your coursework done during the week when it’s convenient for you.

Meet your instructors

Dr James Abdey

Dr James Abdey

Associate Professor (Education), Department of Statistics, London School of Economics

Dr Jill Stuart

Dr Jill Stuart

Visiting Fellow and Dissertation Support Supervisor, Department of Government, London School of Economics

University of London

The University of London is a federal university which includes 17 world-leading colleges. 

Pioneering distance learning since 1858, the University of London has enriched the lives of thousands of students, delivering high quality degrees across the globe. 

Today, the University of London is a global leader in flexible study, offering degree programmes to over 40,000 students in over 190 countries, and delivering research that changes lives all over the world. 

To find out more about the University of London, visit www.london.ac.uk.

Applications are open now!

Apply now to secure your spot