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Course summary
Our foundation year course is designed to help you progress to a challenging and exciting career in computing or mathematics. Our carefully designed curriculum is particularly suitable for those who want to change direction, perhaps having taken A-levels in arts or humanities subjects, and for mature applicants returning to study. You will quickly find that willingness to learn and determination is more important than prior knowledge.
At Brunel we understand that you may not be ready to decide exactly which area of mathematics or computing you would like to specialise in, so this foundation year gives you the perfect opportunity to decide where your interests lie. You might opt for computer science and work with ever more sophisticated computer technology and information systems. Or you may find yourself drawn to mathematics where you’ll learn to model and solve problems from the worlds of business, finance and science. Once you have successfully completed your foundation year you can progress to any of the following degree programmes:
The Business Computing BSc (with the option to specialise in Business, eBusiness, Human Computer Interaction or Social Media)
Computer Science BSc (with the option to specialise in Artificial Intelligence, Digital Media and Games, Network Computing or Software Engineering)
Financial Mathematics BSc/MMath
Mathematics BSc/MMath
Mathematics with Computer Science BSc
Mathematics and Statistics with Management BSc
With the grades needed for your chosen computing or mathematics degree course, you progress directly into Year 1 of that degree – there’s no need to re-apply.
We look forward to helping you develop your learning and setting you firmly on the way to your chosen career.
Modules
Typical Modules
Introduction to Computing
Programming
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Study Skills
Discrete and Decision Mathematics
Algebra
For a full list of modules please visit our website https://www.brunel.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/Mathematics-and-Computing-with-Integrated-Foundation-Year
How to apply
Apply by
29 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- G503
- Institution code:
- B84
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
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Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - CCC - CDD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP
in any subject
Access to HE Diploma
Obtain a minimum of 80 UCAS tariff points in an Access to HE Diploma with 45 credits at Level 3.
Scottish Higher - Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MP
in any subject with A level grade C
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - M
in any subject with A levels grade DD
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) - MMP
in any subject
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF) - MP
in any subject with an A level at grade C
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF) - M
in any subject with A levels grade DD
Scottish Advanced Higher - CDD
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 25 points
including SL5 or HL4 in English and SL/HL 2 in Maths (if applicant does not have GCSE English and Maths grade C/4 or above)
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H4, H4, H4, H4, H5
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - M3, P1, P1
GCSE/National 4/National 5
A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C or grade 4 and above are required, including English Language (or grade B/5 in English Literature) and Mathematics
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - MMP
in any subject
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma - MP
in any subject with A level grade C
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate - M
in any subject with A level grades DD
T Level - P
with C or above on the core
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
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| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | with no less than 5.5 in each subsection |
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| Institution's Own Test | | with no less than 55% in each subsection |
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| TOEFL (iBT) | 77 | with a minimum of:
Reading - 18
Listening - 17
Speaking - 20
Writing - 17 |
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| PTE Academic | 59 | with a minimum of 59 in all subscores |
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Brunel University London - English Language Requirements https://www.brunel.ac.uk/international/English-Language-Requirements
Contextual admissions
Brunel University London is committed to raising the aspiration and improving equality of opportunity of our applicants and students. We adopt a contextualised admissions approach when reviewing applications, which include accepting lower grades or making lower offers to applicants from disadvantaged and under-represented backgrounds. From 2024 entry, the offer will be personalised based on a holistic view of the application, including the individual applicant’s personal and educational journey.
Learn more on the Brunel University of London website
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
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| Republic of Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
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| Channel Islands | £9535* | Year 1 |
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| EU | £22320* | Year 1 |
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| England | £9535* | Year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
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| Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
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| Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
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| International | £22320* | Year 1 |
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* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
EU nationals may be eligible for a discount on their fees - please see our website at https://www.brunel.ac.uk/scholarships/page?id=c8112b36-1680-4492-b55c-f4e9932ae2e8
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