Computing and Information Technology

About the course

In this Foundation Studies course, students will learn the fundamentals of University-level study in the disciplines of robotics, computing or engineering, in order for them to bridge the gap between high school and university.

What you might learn

Core subjects such as fundamentals of computing, project management and human-computer interaction will be undertaken for the duration of your studies. At the end of the course, students should have met the entry requirements to an undergraduate degree and be able to achieve success in their future studies.

Career outcome

Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as computer technician, customer support, systems administrator, technical support, user support technician, network operations technician, and etc. in companies including Google, Apple, Lockheed Martin Corporation, Microsoft Corporation, CISCO, and etc.

Duration

4 years or 5 years with placement

Living Costs in Newcastle upon Tyne**

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Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) £ 10 - 14	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) £ 554 - 732	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) £ 394 - 522
Transportation (Daily) £ 3 - 5	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) £ 154 - 204

Average Salary**

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