About this course
University of Leicester offers BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Foundation Year with Year Abroad as a 5-year undergraduate Bachelor Degree programme in Computer Science. Based in Leicester, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £20,250 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6 overall or TOEFL iBT 80. The next intake is Term 1 (September), 2026.
Scholarships are available to international applicants. The programme includes an industry internship element.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
- A-levels: BCC or points equivalent from your best three A-levels. One science subject preferred from: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Electronics, Geography, Geology, Maths, Further Maths, Physics and Statistics. You may be required to take an additional maths assessment test dependant on A-level subjects taken.
- GCSE: Grades C/4 in Maths (if no A-level Maths) and C/4 in English.
- BTEC Diploma: DDM in a science related subject, which must include appropriate maths and science content. You may be required to take an additional maths assessment test.
- International Baccalaureate: Pass diploma with 26 points minimum, and must include appropriate maths and science content.
- Access to HE: Pass diploma with 24 Distinctions in a science related subject, which must include appropriate maths and science content. You may be required to take an additional maths assessment test.
- T-levels : Merit overall in Digital Production, Design and Development. Maths test required.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Term 1 (September), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
