Computing - Plymouth University (Foundation)

Modern life relies on computer networks and cyber security has become an international priority. After completing our Foundation in Computing, you will progress to the University of Plymouth degree of your choice and train as a creative and resourceful specialist, benefiting from advanced, industry-standard facilities and British Computer Society (BCS) accreditation.

Modules

• Business Studies

You will explore the fundamentals of business, including globalisation; ethics and sustainability; operations, marketing and HR; strategy, leadership and management.
How will I be assessed?
80% exam, 20% coursework

• Interactive Learning Skills and Communication

You will develop your academic communication skills and use of digital technology for higher education.
How will I be assessed?
60% coursework, 30% exam and 10% personal development planning

• Numerical Techniques 1

You will revise basic mathematics and learn how to apply this to real-life scientific and everyday problems. Topics include algebra and handling data.
How will I be assessed?
100% exam

• Numerical Techniques 2

You will build on your analytical abilities and knowledge of mathematical principles.
How will I be assessed?
100% exam

• Physics

You will learn how to rationalise the key laws of physics, including Newton’s Laws of Motivation and Universal Gravitation.
How will I be assessed?
100% exam

• Principles of ICT

You will use Microsoft Office packages and get to grips with website content management systems (CMS) and other online apps.
How will I be assessed?
50% coursework, 25% exam and 25% presentation assessment

• Programming Techniques

You will further explore IT systems and programming, including managing data.
How will I be assessed?
60% coursework, 40% exam

• Scientific Methods

You will look at the basic tools and skills required to ask, answer and report scientific and technological questions at undergraduate level.
How will I be assessed?
60% coursework/assessment, 40% exam