Computing International Foundation Programme - NOT RUNNING 2012/13

This pathway has a September start date only.  Classes are held at North Campus.

This pathway is for students who are interested in studying for a degree in a Computing related subject. The course has been designed for applicants with little or no scientific background and the computing modules, taken in the autumn assume no prior knowledge of these subjects.

Students who complete the Computing IFP and reach the necessary academic criteria, can progress to year 1 of the following BSc degrees:

"Studying at London Metropolitan University was an amazing experience and one that I relished. This was made possible thanks to the excellent teaching and administrative staff." Philip Omigie, Computing IFP, progressed onto a BSc in Computer Science and achieved a First Class honours degree.  

"Doing the Foundation really helped me make the transition into UK education. After the IFP, I found that my confidence improved significantly, which I think contributed to me getting top marks in my degree. I really enjoyed the graduation ceremony, and felt so proud when the words "First Class Honours" were read out after my name was announced." Shahid Rabbani, Computing IFP, progressed onto a BSc in Accounting & Computing and achieved a First Class honours degree.

Students study modules from the following, depending on language level:

Foundation English: Writing; listening; reading and speaking skills for university study; Presentations; Relevant vocabulary and grammar; evaluation and analysis; writing for research purposes; essay construction and debate; language for your subject.

Computer Fundamentals and Computer Programming: This module introduces students to: theoretical concepts underpinning computer hardware and software design; spreadsheet design and layout; database design and layout; programming using a high-level language concentrating on sequence, selection,  iteration(loops)  and list processing.

Mathematics: This module introduces students to a range of mathematical techniques involving algebraic properties and graphs of the logarithm, exponential and trigonometric functions including their uses and limitations in the area of physical sciences. Furthermore the module introduces mathematical techniques of differentiation and integration of simple functions. The module also develops a range of mathematical techniques in set theory, logic, functions and binary arithmetic.  The techniques are particularly relevant to students doing computing, engineering or mathematics.

Multimedia: This module is designed to give students an introduction to multimedia through the development of applications for the World Wide Web. It uses a graphical authoring environment, and introduces the production of graphical assets for use in websites.

Foundation Studies:  Study skills; Reading and research strategies; Essay and report writing; giving seminars; reflection on learning.

Critical Thinking: This module provides a theoretical and practical introduction to the analysis, evaluation and production of argument.  It will introduce students to the process of developing and supporting ideas and beliefs by evaluating how others do this and by supporting them going through the process themselves.  The module will explore the importance of different points of view and the complexity that surrounds many issues.  It will provide opportunities for students to relate their understanding of critical thinking and their reasoning skills to academic practices in general and, more specifically, to their pathway studies.