BSc (Hons) Computer Science with International Foundation Year

Newcastle University International Study Centre

One simple study plan. Combine your pathway with BSc (Hons) Computer Science in a single programme. You’ll continue directly to Year 1 of your degree at Newcastle University after successful completion of your Foundation year.

If you don’t meet the minimum entry requirements for this programme, you should apply for an International Foundation in Science, Computing, Engineering and Mathematics, which also offers progression to undergraduate degrees.

Key Information

Programme overview

Develop your creativity and IT skills to innovate tech solutions and shape the future of the digital world.
Improve your English language study skills within the context of IT and business.
Gain hands-on experience through specialised equipment within labs at Newcastle University International Study Centre and the School of Computing.
Learn the fundamentals of computing and specialise in a particular area of Computer Science, such as AI, cybersecurity, software engineering, bioinformatics or game engineering.
Study your pathway and degree with an iCAS – integrated Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) – and no need for visa renewal.
Complete your Foundation year in a supportive environment for international students, then continue directly to your degree.

Why study at Newcastle University?

UK top 30 for Computer Science (The Complete University Guide 2026).
The lead institution for the National Edge AI Hub, next generation innovation in edge computing.
Connected with the National Innovation Centre for Data, a UK leader in data.
Partners with The Alan Turing Institute, the UK's national institute for AI and data science.
Accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), providing a strong foundation for a career in computer science.

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Course Details

BSc (Hons) Computer Science with International Foundation Year

Newcastle University International Study Centre

Age Requirement

All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the programme.

Academic Requirements

Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades.

English Language Requirements

IELTS 5.5 with 5.5 in all skills or equivalent

DISCLAIMER: Although we strive for accuracy and completeness on this page, in certain circumstances entry requirements may change. We do our best to keep this page up to date and to inform applicants of such changes promptly. For details of how and when entry requirements may change, please review our Terms and Conditions. If you feel you have been unfairly disadvantaged due to a change in entry requirements you may raise a complaint via our complaints process.

Academic Year 2026/27

21st September 2026 - 18th June 2027

Term 1: 21st September 2026 - 11th December 2026
Term 2: 4th January 2027 - 26th March 2027
Term 3: 12th April 2027 - 18th June 2027

Academic Year 2026/27

4th January 2027 - 3rd September 2027

Term 1: 4th January 2027 - 26th March 2027
Term 2: 12th April 2027 - 18th June 2027
Term 3: 28th June 2027 - 3rd September 2027

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

£ 24,950.00

Enrolment fee (Compulsory)

£ 275.00

Textbooks (Compulsory)

£ 295.00 - 360.00

Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)

£ 575.00

Approximate cost

£ 26,095.00 - 26,160.00

The cost of your study plan may vary depending on factors including the pathway chosen, programme length and choice of accommodation.

Prices shown here are provisional and reflect the cost of tuition fees for this programme for the 2026/27 academic year. Tuition fees for this programme may increase in future academic years. See more information about tuition fees here.

All students who confirm their offer on or before 30 November 2026 will pay the 2026/2027 price as per their existing offer letter. After 30 November 2026, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2027/2028 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only.

You’ll typically need to earn 120 credits from all module options to successfully complete the programme.

Core modules

Credit Units

English for Academic Purposes

40 Credit Units

Mathematics and Statistics

20 Credit Units

Study Skills (for Foundation)

20 Credit Units

Computing Science with Cybersecurity

40 Credit Units

Please note that the modules listed here reflect the course structure for the 2025/26 academic year and may not reflect the structure of the course in future academic years. Should the structure of the course – including the modules studied as part of it – change, we will inform applicants at the earliest opportunity. More information about when we might make changes to our courses – and your rights if we do – can be found in our Terms and Conditions.

After successfully completing your pathway programme and achieving the specified academic and English language requirements, you can enter your degree. Explore the available degrees and their entry requirements below.

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BSc (Hons) Computer Science with International Foundation Year

Newcastle University International Study Centre

Key Information

Why study at Newcastle University?

Course Details

BSc (Hons) Computer Science with International Foundation Year

Newcastle University International Study Centre

Entry requirements

Age Requirement

Academic Requirements

English Language Requirements

Important Dates

Academic Year 2026/27

Academic Year 2026/27

Fees and Pricing

Estimated cost of attendance

Modules

Core modules

Credit Units

Progression