Foundation Year (Computer Science)

Lancaster University Leipzig

The Foundation Year is designed for students who either do not meet the requirements for direct BSc entry (level of English, school qualifications, etc.) or would like to gain additional confidence and skills in their subject area and general academic practice prior to the start of their degree course.

The Foundation Year in Computer Science provides an introduction to the academic discipline of Computer Science, and guarantees progression to BSc (Hons) Computer Science or BSc (Hons) Software Engineering (subject to meeting the required criteria).

The programme can be completed in either 2 or 3 semesters, depending on existing academic qualifications and level of English. Upon successful completion you will progress seamlessly to the first year of your chosen degree at Lancaster University Leipzig.

Programme Overview

The educational aims of the programme are to:

develop students’ fundamental knowledge and understanding of the key disciplinary elements in Computer Science, as well as overlaps and interfaces with related fields

consolidate in students a broad range of transferable academic literacy, as well as research and analytical skills, in order to succeed at undergraduate study

ensure that students have attained the required level of English language proficiency to succeed on specified Lancaster University undergraduate degrees

prepare students to operate effectively and autonomously within the framework of higher education

develop students’ graduate attributes in order to optimize future employability prospects in a global work environment

Progression Degrees

There are two progression options available upon successful completion of the Foundation in Computer Science.

Visit their dedicated sections for more information on degree fees, modules and career opportunities.

• BSc (Hons) Computer Science


• BSC (Hons) Software Engineering