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Information Technology with Foundation Year
- BSc (Hons)
- 4 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2025
- Undergraduate
- Hendon Campus
Course summary
Course Summary
If you’re passionate about information technology but feel you need additional preparation before starting a degree, the Information Technology (with Foundation Year) programme at Middlesex University is perfect for you. The foundation year provides a strong grounding in essential academic and technical skills, giving you the confidence to progress onto the full undergraduate degree. You'll develop a solid understanding of how IT systems and technologies support organisational operations and learn through a combination of theory and hands-on experiments.
With access to advanced facilities such as interworking labs equipped with telecommunications equipment, high-end simulation software, and remote access features, you'll gain practical experience that sets you up for success.
Why Study This Course at Middlesex?
Middlesex University is committed to helping students from all backgrounds succeed. The foundation year is designed to bridge gaps in knowledge and prepare you for the demands of higher education. You’ll be supported by dedicated staff, benefiting from their strong links with the IT industry and expertise in cutting-edge research.
Through the foundation year and degree programme, you’ll have opportunities to participate in external events, meet industry professionals, and attend career-focused workshops. Middlesex also offers optional paid placements, allowing you to gain valuable real-world experience while studying.
What You Will Gain
A degree in information technology, starting with a foundation year, equips you with essential skills for a successful career in the IT sector. The foundation year will build your confidence in critical areas like mathematics, computing, and communication, providing the tools you need to progress into the main degree.
Throughout the programme, you’ll develop your ability to design websites, manage IT systems, and work with databases and multimedia. Middlesex graduates have gone on to work for prestigious organisations such as Yahoo, Microsoft, The Metropolitan Police, IBM, and Apple.
Modules
For more details about this programme, please visit the course page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/foundation-year-in-computing-and-engineering/
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Hendon Campus
Study options
- BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 4 Years
Start dates
- 09/2025
Apply by
29 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- I2ZZ
- Institution code:
- M80
- Campus name:
- Hendon Campus
- Campus Code:
- H
- Points of Entry:
- Foundation
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Middlesex University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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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:
- I2ZZ
- Institution code:
- M80
- Campus name:
- Hendon Campus
- Campus Code:
- H
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff
56 - 64 pointsA level
DEE - DDEPearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MPPBTEC = must be in a related subject
Access to HE Diploma
P: 45 creditsGCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English and Maths at C/4 or above
Entry requirements listed are accurate at the time of publishing and vary between programmes. Please check your chosen course page for specific entry requirements. Depending on your chosen course, we also consider a combination of qualifications. The latest entry requirements can be found on the course page at: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/information-technology
We have a personalised admissions approach in which we make fair, but aspirational offers to our applicants. We feel it’s important that you continue to aim high and achieve great results. If you don’t quite make the grades you hoped to, we’ll look at more than your qualifications when making our final decision. We’ll take into consideration any barriers you may have faced in your learning, especially with potential disruption due to the coronavirus, your achievements in other areas and your personal statement. At Middlesex, we’ll always aim to be as flexible as possible. We pride ourselves on how we recognise potential in our applicants, and support them to succeed in the future.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | With a minimum of 5.5 in each component |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 72 | With at least 17 in listening & writing, 20 in speaking and 18 in reading |
| PTE Academic | 51 | With at least 51 in all components |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £16600 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| International | £16600 | Year 1 |
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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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Hendon Campus
The Burroughs
Barnet
NW4 4BT
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Course contact details
Admissions Enquiries
Email:enquiries@mdx.ac.uk
Phone:020 8411 5555
Fax: 020 8411 5649
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