International Year 1 Diploma in Computing
Please note this programme is subject to validation.
The International Year 1 Diploma is a three-term programme which provides direct access to the second year of an undergraduate degree in Computing.
It is carefully designed to help you develop your academic knowledge and improve your English language skills over the three terms.
Your academic performance will 'accelerate' over the three terms of study.
Key facts
| Tuition fee | £12,960 | |
| Length of programme | 3 terms | |
| Next start dates | September 2012 | January 2013 |
| Progression to second year of a degree | September 2013 | |
Entry requirements
Below you will find all requirements for admission to the International Year One. If you have any doubts about whether you meet these requirements, please contact us.
- Nationality: the International Year One is only available to "overseas" students, non-UK and non-EU.
- Age: students need to be 17 when they start on the programme.
- English language: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in writing), TOEFL 183 (computer-based test), Pearson Test of English (PTE) 51 (across all skills). Students with a level of English below IELTS 5.5 can take 1-2 terms of an intensive English Language Preparation programme at the ISC before starting on the International Year One.
- Academic qualification: Good High school graduation grades or equivalent plus up to one year of further study. See country-specific qualifications in the table below:
| Country | Qualification* |
| Bangladesh | Completion of 1st year of degree/diploma level studies. |
| China | Senior High 3 at an average of 80% or above plus evidence of further studies |
| Colombia | Advanced level examinations and part study of Bachillerato Técnico, Técnico en, Tecnólogo Especializado en. |
| Ghana | Successful completion of the West African School Certificate (WAEC) or Senior School Certificate average grade C6 plus further study |
| Hong Kong | Successful completion of the HKALE or Higher Certificate or Honours Diploma and Higher Diploma plus evidence of further study |
| India | Standard 10+2 with 65% or above plus study of College/Polytechinc Diplomas |
| Indonesia | High School certificate (SMA/SMU) with grade 7 plus evidence of further study |
| Iran | Either 2 years Kardani/Associate Degree at tertiary level; OR 1 year of study towards Associate Degree with grades over 15/20 and/or significant work experience at management level. |
| Japan | High School/Upper Secondary School leaving certificate plus evidence of further study. |
| Jordan | Successful completion of Tawjihi with average of 80% plus evidence of further study. |
| Kazakhstan | Certificate of Secondary Education with grade 5 across all subjects plus evidence of further study. |
| Korea | Successful completion of High School Diploma with grade average of 4 with at least 4th grade in relevant/prerequisite subjects. |
| Libya | Successful completion Secondary Education Certificate with average of 80% or above plus evidence of further study post completion of secondary school |
| Macau | Cambridge Overseas Higher School Cert A-E (COHSC), part study of Diploma, Higher Diploma or Associate degree. |
| Mexico | Bachillerato 90% or 75% + 1 year HE (pass) |
| Nigeria | Successful completion of West African School Certificate (WAEC) or Senior School Certificate with C6. Plus evidence further study |
| Pakistan | Successful completion of High Secondary Certificate with passes in 4 or more subjects with an average of 60% plus completion of 1st year of degree / diploma level studies or High Secondary Certificate of 75% or above. |
| Qatar | Successful completion of Thanawaya Aam Qatari with average grade 80% plus evidence of further study |
| Russia | Attestat with minimum GPA 4.0 plus successful completion of 1 further year |
| Saudi Arabia | Part study of diploma level studies - Diploma provided by Higher Institutes and Technical Colleges / Technical College Certificate / Higher Technical Institute Diploma / College of Technology Diploma / Higher Diploma |
| Taiwan | Successful completion of Senior High 3 at an average of 70% or above plus evidence of further study |
| Thailand | Successful completion Mathayom 6 with GPA 2.0 plus evidence of further study |
| Turkey | Successful completion of Deviet Lisen Bitirme Diplomasi or High School year 3 with average grade 4 |
| UAE | Successful completion of Tawjihi with average of 80% plus evidence of further study |
| Ukraine | Successful completion of ATTESTAT/Certificate of Secondary Education with grade average of 9 |
| Vietnam | Completed Year 12 plus further study (university, college, standard foundation) |
* if your qualification or country is not listed then please contact us for more information
Progression options
Below is the list of degrees you will be able to access on completion of the International Year 1 Diploma in Computing. Next to each degree we provide the final grades you will need to achieve at the end of each term in order to progress on to that degree.
| Available undergraduate degree programmes: | Term 1 | Term 2 | Term 3 | English grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | TBC | TBC | TBC | TBC |
| Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence | ||||
| Computing for Business and Management | ||||
| Computing for Digital Media | ||||
| Games and Multimedia Environments (GAME) |
Programme content
You will study the following compulsory modules:English and Skills for University Study 1, 2 and 3
Over these three modules, you will develop your English communication skills and learn a range of study skills, including writing and reading strategies, presentation and seminar participation, organisation of time and materials, meeting deadlines and responding to feedback.
When you have completed these modules, you will be able to take notes and write essays in English. You should also have the confidence to give presentations, answer follow-up questions and contribute to seminar discussions.
Learning Skills – Critical Thinking and Communication
You will develop reflective thinking skills, improve your critical analysis and construct and communicate arguments more effectively both verbally and in writing.
Learning Skills – Maths for Computing
This module aims to equip you with mathematical knowledge and skills required to design and develop computer systems and software.
Concepts and Models in Computing
This module focuses on algorithmic problem solving. The emphasis is on algorithmic thinking, not coding. You explore the rich diversity that arises among models of computation.
Fundamentals of Computer Systems
You will study the main characteristics of computing hardware and software and introduced to the principles and role of programming. You will also look at how computers are used in a range of different contexts and to the importance of user-centred design.
Fundamentals of Programming Design
You will explore a practical, object-oriented approach to program design. The module will concentrate on the design of appropriate classes and data-structures and will include an introduction to the Unified Modelling Language (UML).
Multimedia Computing
Introduces the technical principles and hardware underlying the capture, display, storage and transmission of sound, video, image and graphical based multimedia.
Programming 1
You will be introduced to a collection of basic programming concepts and techniques, including designing, testing, debugging and documenting programs. The module introduces you to the programming language Java. Basic knowledge of NT/Windows2000/XP will be assumed.
programming 2
You will cover Java programming, including the use of subclasses and library classes to create well-organised programs, the choice and implementation of appropriate algorithms and data structures (arrays, lists, trees, depthand breadth-first search, the minimax and A* algorithms), and the construction of graphical user interfaces for Java programs.
Apply now
We are accepting applications for September 2012. If you are ready, use our online application form.
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