Overview

About the Programme

The 12-week Access to Computing programme of the University of Buckingham consists of three modules in mathematics, fundamentals of computing and web computing. Students must pass all modules before being allowed on to the BSc degree programme. Successful students will be awarded a Certificate of Preliminary Studies for Computing.

At the end of the programme students will:

understand the roles that computers systems now play in the modern world.

understand the fundamental concepts of computing.

possess knowledge in essential mathematics that is crucial for the study of a BSc computing programme.

understand basic concepts of the WorldWide Web and skills in designing useful documents on the Web.

have awareness of and familiarity with the University study environment

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Mathematical Methods

Evolution of Computing

Web Computing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 3 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Buckingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) Computer Sciences Software Engineering View 477 other preparation in Software Engineering in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

The A-level (or equivalent) requirements for this course are shown in the silver box (above).

Applicants are also expected to have achieved a Grade C / Grade 4, or above, in GCSE Maths and English (if not taken post-16).

If they do not meet these requirements, they can apply to the Computing Foundation Pathway.

If English is not your first language, please provide the English language proficiency test scores.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

4928 GBP / full

≈ 4928 GBP / full
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

3080 GBP / full

≈ 3080 GBP / full

Living costs

Buckingham

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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About

Overview

About the Programme

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Buckingham

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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