Foundation Degree Computing and Digital Futures (FdSc)

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Foundation Degree Computing and Digital Futures (FdSc)

This two-year Foundation Science degree equips you with the skills needed to thrive in today’s digital-driven world. Built around the concept of business transformation through technology, the curriculum covers areas such as artificial intelligence, digital strategy, programming, web and database development, and user-centred design. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, academic confidence, and real-world applications—there are no traditional exams; instead, you’ll complete practical assessments using industry-standard tools. A major highlight is the Workplace Impact Project, which lets you apply your learning directly in a professional setting.

Academic Journey

Duration: 2 years (Full-time)

Inside the Learning Segments


Level 4 (Year 1) — 30 credits each:
Digital Skills for the Modern Workplace Learning for Life: Skills for Study and Work (Computing) Principles of Problem Solving and Programming Web and Database Technologies

Level 5 (Year 2) — 30 credits each:
Business Intelligence Digital Business Transformation User-Centred Design Workplace Impact Project — Applied Work-Based Learning for Computing and Design
Standard entry: At least 60 Level 2/3 credits, with a minimum of 15 at Level 3 (e.g., GCSEs, A-Levels, BTECs) Non-standard entry: Around 2 years of relevant work experience (some within the past year) English language proficiency: IELTS 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in all components) or equivalent

Discover Your Career Direction


This practical and accessible programme prepares you for a range of roles across the digital and tech industries, from programming and system design to digital transformation and strategy. You graduate with both domain-specific technical skills and transferable capabilities—poised for both immediate employment and progression to a full honours-level degree. Career routes Graduates often pursue roles such as:
Junior Software or Web Developer
User Experience (UX) Designer
Digital Transformation Analyst
Business Intelligence Assistant
IT Support Technician
IT Project Coordinator
There’s also a clear pathway to continue into the final year (Level 6) of a related BSc (Hons) programme, enhancing both career opportunities and academic credentials.

Foundation Degree Computing and Digital Futures (FdSc)

This two-year Foundation Science degree equips you with the skills needed to thrive in today’s digital-driven world. Built around the concept of business transformation through technology, the curriculum covers areas such as artificial intelligence, digital strategy, programming, web and database development, and user-centred design. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, academic confidence, and real-world applications—there are no traditional exams; instead, you’ll complete practical assessments using industry-standard tools. A major highlight is the Workplace Impact Project, which lets you apply your learning directly in a professional setting.

Academic Journey

Duration: 2 years (Full-time)

Inside the Learning Segments


Level 4 (Year 1) — 30 credits each:
Digital Skills for the Modern Workplace Learning for Life: Skills for Study and Work (Computing) Principles of Problem Solving and Programming Web and Database Technologies

Level 5 (Year 2) — 30 credits each:
Business Intelligence Digital Business Transformation User-Centred Design Workplace Impact Project — Applied Work-Based Learning for Computing and Design