A minimum of 64 (CC) UCAS tariff points for Full-time, 56 (CD) UCAS tariff points for Part-time, with passes in 4 different subjects including grade C/4 or above grade C for GCSE English and Maths. Entry is also subject to successful interview.

Where an applicant does not hold the formal academic requirements for entry to the programme, but can demonstrate relevant experiential learning across a range of industries, they may apply for admission through the College Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) process. In such cases, contact the Course Director for the programme who will advise further.

In the event of over-subscription entry criteria may be enhanced. Refer to general entry requirements.

Assessment is by the use of coursework assignments with some module examinations throughout the duration of the course.

The articulation route for successful graduates from the South West College Foundation Degree in Science in Computing is as follows and depends on the overall grade achieved: ·

• Ulster University BSc Hons Computing Science (Full-time / Belfast)
• Ulster University BSc Hons Computing Systems (Part-Time / Belfast)
• Ulster University BSc Hons Computer Science (Full-time: part-time / Magee).
• You may also progress to other universities to complete your degree ·
• The Open University BSc Hons in Computing Top-up (one-year full-time or two-years part-time) at SWC Dungannon/Enniskillen Campuses BSc (Hons) Computing Science (Top-Up) (Validated by The Open University)

Career Opportunities

• Software Engineering
• Web Developer
• App Developer
• Database Administrator
• Security Specialist
• Analyst
• Technician/Systems Administrator

Tuition Fees

2023/24 fees:

Full-Time: £2,700 per year (payable for each year)

Part-Time: £265 per 20-credit module. £530 for 40-credit Work Based Learning Module

For 2024/25 & 2025/26 fees, please refer to our Fees and Charges Policy on the College website.

Other Fees Associated with the Course:

Access NI disclosure is required and costs £33. During your course you may be required to purchase course text books and incur additional costs for printing, photocopying and binding. The overall additional costs incurred to support your studies may be in the region of £250 per year.