The foundation certificate in computing and creative technology will teach you a broad range of computing knowledge and skills. The foundation classes are comprised of subject modules, study skills and language skills to prepare you for further study at the university.
Successful completion of this certificate to the required level will guarantee your progression to year one of an undergraduate degree at the University of Brighton.
Over 88% of University of Brighton graduates are in employment or further study within six months of completing their course. This is due, in no small part, to the excellent placement opportunities we offer with a range of employers across the globe including Abercrombie & Fitch, BMW, Nike, Volkswagen and Audi.
- Language for Study 2
- Language for Study 3
- Skills for Study 1
- Skills for Study 2
- Skills for Study 3
- Algorithms, Programming and Data Representation
- Business and the Business Environment
- Interpreting the Visual World
- Introduction to AV Media and Technology
- Introduction to Multimedia and Communication
The modules above apply to students on a two-term foundation course. Students who choose a longer course will study additional English language modules.
BSc(Hons) Business Computer Systems
MComp Business Computer Systems
BA(Hons) Business Information Systems
BSc(Hons) Computer Science
MComp Computer Science
BSc(Hons) Computer Science (Games)
BA(Hons) Digital Media
BSc(Hons) Digital Media Development
BSc(Hons) European Computing
BSc(Hons) Internet Computing
BSc(Hons) Software Engineering
MComp Software Engineering
Start date
Our Summer courses start from May – July 2012, depending on your English level and academic requirements.
Autumn courses start between September and November 2012.
Course length
2 – 5 terms.
Academic entry requirements
Successful completion of minimum 11 years of education.
For some countries we require completion of 12 years of education.
English language entry requirements
Minimum IELTS 4.0 to 5.5 or equivalent SELT depending on course length.
Integrated English
If you would like to add integrated English modules to your course, or need to add them to meet the minimum English requirements, the course length and price will be adjusted accordingly. Ask us for more information!
Foundation Certificate, Summer start dates
| Current English language level* | Terms (1 term = 12 weeks) | Price £ | Enrolment Date |
| IELTS 5.0 with at least 4.0 in all skills* | 3 terms | 9,750 | 15 May 2012 |
We offer this course with Integrated English to students who have an IELTS level from 4.0 to 5.0. The course length and start dates vary from May – July 2012, contact us for specific details.
Foundation Certificate, Autumn start dates
| Current English language level* | Terms (1 term = 12 weeks) | Price £ | Enrolment Date |
| IELTS 5.5 with at least 4.5 in all skills* | 2 terms | 9,700 | 18 Sep 2012 |
| IELTS 5.0 with at least 4.0 in all skills* | 3 terms | 10,600 | 18 Sep 2012 |
We offer this course with Integrated English to students who have an IELTS level from 4.5 to 5.0. The course length and start dates vary from September – November 2012. We also offer Enhanced University Preparation for this course, where students with a high level of English will have an extended enrolment period. Contact us for specific details.
* All scores are IELTS but any equivalent Secure English Language Test would be accepted.
