Foundation Certificate (Computer Science & Engineering)

Leading To BEng\MEng Electronic & Computer Engineering

This course is stage one of an undergraduate degree at The University Of York for international students, offering guaranteed progression to selected Bachelor's degrees in Computer Science & Engineering, including BEng\MEng Electronic & Computer Engineering.

• Location
  York
  United Kingdom
• Progression
  The University Of York
• Rankings & Awards
  United Kingdom: 19th
  Satisfaction: 82.5%
  World: 147th
• Start Dates
  Jan, Sep
  2 Terms
  Next start date: 15 Sep 2025
• Course Fees
  From £23,890
• Visa Considerations
  UKVI English Test Required
• Course Provider
  University of York International College

• Why Choose This Course?
  
  • Guaranteed entry to to an undergraduate degree at The University of York after only one year.
  • Study at one of the UK's top universities - York is consistently ranked in the top 20 British universities.
  • The University of York is rated GOLD for Teaching Excellence by the Department for Education (2023).
  • A member of the prestigious Russell Group, the UK's own 'Ivy League'.
  • Nearly a quarter of York's students are from overseas giving the university a truly international feel.
  • Study on a safe integrated campus in one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.

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About This Course

The Foundation Certificate (Computer Science & Engineering) is the first stage of a Bachelor's degree at The University Of York for international students who have completed Year 11 or 12 at high school in their own country¹.

During this course, you will study a combination of academic modules, English language and study skills. You will study in small classes alongside other international students, with additional support to help you adjust to student life in the UK. On successful completion of this programme, you can progress to the first year of selected Bachelor's degrees in Computer Science & Engineering, including BEng\MEng Electronic & Computer Engineering. Progression is guaranteed for students who achieve the module scores required for their chosen progression degree.

Admission Requirements

Academic	Completion of high school with excellent grades, equivalent to 5 IGCSE grades B/6 in relevant subjects (excluding native language).
English *	UKVI IELTS 5.5 (4.5 all skills) or equivalent UKVI English test.
Minimum Age	Minimum age 16 years (at start of course).

Start Dates And Progression

Start Date	End Date	Progression
Sep 2025	May 2026	Sep 2026
Jan 2026	Aug 2026	Sep 2026

Progression Options

On successful completion of this course, you are guaranteed progression to one of the following undergraduate programmes at The University Of York.

• BEng\MEng Electronic & Computer Engineering
• BEng\MEng Electronic & Electrical Engineering
• BEng\MEng Electronic Engineering
• BEng\MEng Electronic Engineering & Music Technology Systems
• BEng\MEng Engineering
• BEng\MEng Music Technology Systems
• BSc Computer Science & Mathematics
• BSc\MEng Computer Science
• BSc\MEng Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence
• BSc\MEng Computer Science & Cyber Security
• BSc\MSci Data Science
• MEng Engineering & Renewable Energy
• MEng Medical Engineering
• MEng Micro Mechanical Engineering
• MEng Robotic Engineering
• MMath Mathematics & Computer Science

 
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¹ UK universities require 13 years of high school for admission to an undergraduate degree. Students who have studied an 11 or 12 year curriculum (including IGCSE / AS Level) can qualify by studying an international foundation year first.