About Foundation Engineering And Computer Science in Cardiff Metropolitan University
This Foundation programme is designed to facilitate access to a wide range of full honours Engineering and Computer Science based degree programmes within Cardiff School of Technologies.
The programme provides an opportunity to widen access for students whose qualifications are not appropriate for normal entry onto a degree course, and those who might have been out of education for some time but have relevant work experience. The curriculum is designed to instil a level of confidence and readiness that will enable you to progress onto your chosen degree.
Upon successful completion, you will have a strong foundation of core knowledge that you will be able to apply to your chosen course. You will gain a thorough and practical grounding in the mathematics concepts and contemporary themes essential to technology. Optional modules will enable you to tailor your studies to your specific interests and chosen degree, and a final project will consolidate your learning. The programme will also facilitate the development of key research skills and transferable skills to aid further study, and will allow you to be fully integrated into student life prior to progressing to year 1.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, include one English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or ENG4U), minimum 60%
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS : 6.0 overall* with no sub score lower than 5.5
- PTE : Overall - 52, Reading - 51, Speaking - 51,Listening - 51,Writing - 51
Cardiff Metropolitan University Highlights
Type of University |
Public |
Campus Setting |
Urban |
Endowment |
38.2 million GBP (2019) |
Cost of Attendance |
9,000 GBP |
Housing Facilities |
Available |
Mode of Application |
Online and Offline. |
Application fee |
Not applicable. |
Cardiff Metropolitan University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
Expense |
Cost |
Tuition |
800-12000 GBP |
Meals |
200 GBP |
Housing |
800 GBP |
Student Activity Fee |
Free for Hall room Students. |
Weekly Expenses |
300 GBP |
On,-Off cost |
2500 GBP |
Personal requirements including books charge a different fee according to the course.