Course Overview
About the International Year One
Key entry requirements
Tuition fees
Apply online
Course overview
What is the International Year One – BSc Computer Science programme?
The International Year One programme is a degree preparation programme for international students who want to study one of the many Solent University undergraduate computing degrees, but don’t have quite the right entry qualifications to gain direct entry into year one.
This programme is the equivalent of the first year of these degrees and on successful completion of the international year one, you will directly join year two of your chosen programme of study.
Course progression
Where will this programme lead you?
Once you successfully complete the International Year One – BSc Computer Science programme, you will be able to meet the entry requirements and be well equipped to progress to undergraduate study at Solent University.
Progression degree available:
Enquire NowWho’s the programme for?
If you are interested in the world of Computer Science, however, are unable to meet the undergraduate direct entry requirements but are over-qualified for foundation year study, the International Year One – BSc Computer Science programme is ideal for you
Course modules
On this module you will learn the techniques (Qualitative and Quantitative) and tools to design, plan and develop a user research strategy.
In this module you’ll explore networks by using a network simulator to learn what devices and connections are used. These will then be applied to various principles of networking, protocols and associated technologies.
This module will introduce you to software implementation through the process of understanding how to solve problems using programming.
In this module you are introduced to the skills and concepts required to develop and use relational databases. You will learn how to write programs interacting with databases and how to create them.
Explore how digital technology has fundamentally reshaped traditional business, and how businesses try to keep up. Learn to collect, analyse, and interpret data, and to present your findings effectively.
On this module you’ll be introduced to common client server-side scripting technologies used in the development of web applications, such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP.
On this year long module, students will be immersed into activities such as how to take effective notes, familiarisation with Word/PowerPoint software, understand classroom expectations, learn how to use the library and develop seminar skills.
Students will then be incrementally taught the critical skills to produce technical reports, deliver group and individual/group presentations and reflective essays.
The course information displayed on this page is correct for the academic year 2024/25. We aim to run the course as advertised however, changes may be necessary due to updates to the curriculum (due to academic or industry developments), student demand or UK compliance reasons.
Course benefits
What benefits will you get from the programme?
By studying on the International Year One – BSc Computer Science programme, you will:
- Gain an understanding of UK higher education’s academic culture, expectations, and practices.
- Develop your English language skills to meet the requirements of your chosen undergraduate programme.
- Complete your undergraduate degree programme within 3 years.
- Be ‘real-world’ ready and have strong employability and global workplace knowledge to ensure successful short, medium and long-term career aspirations.
To study the International Year One – Computer Science you will need to meet the following entry requirements.
English language requirements
- IELTS 5.5 with nothing lower than 5.5 or equivalent
Age requirements
Minimum age: Students must turn 18 within the first 6 months of their International Year One programme
Academic requirements
- Good High School Grades, or equivalent.
| Country | Country specific requirements | English waivers |
|---|---|---|
| Albania | State Matura Certificate grade 7 | |
| Algeria | Baccalauréat de l’Enseignement Secondaire with minimum 12 points | |
| Armenia | UK foundation students failed with 35% | |
| Azerbaijan | StudyNet Foundation students that failed with 35% | |
| Azerbaijan | Complete Secondary Education (Grade XI) with minimum grade average of 4/5 | |
| Bahrain | High School Certificate (year 12) with minimum grade average of 80% | |
| Bangladesh | High School Certificate with minimum grade average of 65% | |
| Bolivia | Diploma de Bachiller Científico-Humanístico with minimum grade average of 77% | |
| Brazil | Certificado de Ensino Medio with minimum grade average 7/10 | |
| Cambodia | High School Diploma with minimum grade average of 6.0 | |
| Cameroon | Baccalaureate/Baccalaureate Technique 12/20 or Grade B average at GCE (4 papers) or 2 A-Level Grade E minimum IY1 |
|
| China | Senior Middle 2 with minimum average of 80% and Senior Middle school 3 with average of 70% or higher | Propose: for students who study A-level/GCSE at International school: Alevel for CCD,GCSE for 5C |
| Colombia | Título de Bachiller Académico with minimum grade average of 75% or 7.5/10 | |
| Ecuador | Título de Bachiller en Ciencias with minimum grade average of 75% or 7.5/10 | |
| Egypt | Certificate of General Secondary Education with minimum grade average of 80% | |
| Georgia | High School Secondary Certificate 2/4 GPA | |
| Georgia | General Education Diploma D plus (satisfactory) | |
| Ghana | WAEC/SSCE with minimum grade average of C(7) | |
| Hong Kong | HKDSE with minimum 3,3,2 | |
| India | Standard XI 65% standard XII 55% | |
| Indonesia | SMA/SMU III with minimum grade average of 6.0 in 4 relevant subjects | |
| Iran | High School Diploma (Nazari or Fani Herfei) 16/20 | |
| Japan | Kotogakko Sotsugyo Shomeisho with minimum grade average of 3.0 | |
| Kazakhstan | Diploma of Technical and Vocational Education, 4/5 | |
| Kazakhstan | Certificate of Complete Secondary Education with minimum grade average of 4.0/5.0 or Diploma of Technical and Professional Education | |
| Kenya | KCSE with minimum grade average of C+ | |
| Kosovo | Diploma of High School Graduation 4/5 | |
| Kuwait | High School Certificate (year 12) with minimum grade average of 80% or : Technical Diploma / Certificate from PAAET College GPA 2 | |
| Kyrgyzstan | Certificate of Completed Secondary Education 4/5 | |
| Kyrgyzstan | Professional/Technical Qualification Certificate 4/5 | |
| Lebanon | Baccalauréat with minimum 15 points | |
| Malawi | 5 C Malawi High School | |
| Malaysia | STPM with minimum 3 passes | |
| Mexico | Bachillerato with minimum grade average of 80% 8/10 | |
| Mongolia | Certificate of technical Education, 4/5 | |
| Certificate of Complete Secondary Education, 4/5 | ||
| Montenegro | Secondary School Leaving Diploma 4/5 | |
| Morocco | Diplôme du Baccalauréat with minimum 12 points | |
| Myanmar | High School Diploma with minimum grade average of 6.0 | |
| Nepal | Nepal Grade XII with 2.6 | |
| Nigeria | WAEC/SSCE with minimum grade average of C(7) | |
| Oman | High School Certificate with minimum grade average of 80% | |
| Pakistan | Higher School Certificate with minimum grade average of 60% or Senior secondary certifcate 70% | |
| Phillipines | High School Diploma with minimum grade average of 75% | |
| Qatar | High School Certificate with minimum grade average of 80% | |
| Russia | Attestat (Grade XII) with minimum grade average of 4/5. | |
| Saudi Arabia | High School Certificate with minimum grade average of 80% | |
| Senegal | 12 points | |
| Serbia | Diploma of Completed Secondary Education 4/5 | |
| South Korea | High school diploma 80% | |
| Sri Lanka | General Certificate of Education (Ordinary Level) Grade required: 60% |
|
| Tadjikistan | Certificate of Completed Secondary Education with 4 or Good | |
| Taiwan | Senior High School Certificate with minimum grade average of 70% | |
| Tajikistan | Diploma of Completed Secondary Education 4/5 | |
| Tanzania | TASSCE/NECTA C average | |
| Thailand | MAW 60% or GPA 3 | |
| Tunisia | Diplôme du Baccalauréat with minimum grade average of 14/20 | |
| Turkey | High School Diploma with minimum grade average of 60% | |
| Turkmenistan | Successful completion of Certificate of Completed Secondary Education with Good Grade 4/5. | |
| UAE | High School Certificate with minimum grade average of 80% | |
| Uganda | Credit’ in UCE, EACE and COSE | |
| UK | 35% or over in a UK International Foundation programme | |
| Ukraine | Attestat (Grade XII) with minimum grade average of 7/12 | |
| USA | High School Diploma with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 (if applicants have taken SAT1, ACT or APT’s please check against Yr 1 criteria) | |
| Uzbekistan | Diploma of Specialised General Education with minimum grade average of 71% | |
| Umumiy o’rta ta’lim to’g’risida attestat/shahodatnoma – grade 4 | ||
| MDIST foundation (Management Development Institute of Singapore in Tashkent) – grade 35% | ||
| failed UK foundation – overall 35% | ||
| Diploma of Primary Vocational Education | ||
| Bypass home (uzbek) university failed bachelor’s years if any of the above qualification is available | ||
| Certificate of Generqal Secondary Education/Grade 11, 4/5 | ||
| Certificate of Secondary Specialised Professional Education, 4/5 | ||
| MDIST foundation 35% | ||
| Venezuela | High School Diploma with minimum grade average of 14/20 | |
| Vietnam | High School Diploma with minimum grade average of 6.0 |
Tuition fees 2025/26
- International: £17,750
Your course fees cover registration costs, teaching for the course and access to the learning resources at the University and Student Support Services. They do not include the cost of course books, stationery and photocopying/printing costs, accommodation, living costs, travel, hobbies, sports or other leisure activities.
Additional costs
You should also be prepared to buy some course texts at £30 each (average £180 per year).
You can now apply for this course online
Click the buttons below for your preferred start date below which will take you to our online application form.
Apply for October 2025
You will be directed to a QA Higher Education portal to set up an account and complete your application.
| Apply now |
|---|
| Apply for October |
Want to ask us a question?
If you have any questions regarding the International Year One – BSc Business and Management Pathway, entry requirements, or studying in the UK at Solent, contact us using the form below or visit our Enquire Now page.
Key Information
Level
Level 4 – 1st year of undergraduate degree
Entry Requirements
Good high school graduation grades or equivalent
Tuition Fees
£17,750
Contact Hours
18
Duration
2 semesters
Assessment Methods
Coursework including time constrained assessments, software product with report, multi-choice answer, reports, portfolios and presentations.
Scholarships or Bursaries
Available
Payment Plans
Unavailble
Minimum Age
Students must turn 18 within the first 6 months of their International Year One programme
Maximum Class Size
18
Start Date
October and January
Next Application Deadline
TBC
Location
Southampton
Course Overview
- Course Overview
- About the International Year One
- Key entry requirements
- Tuition fees
- Apply online
Course overview
What is the International Year One – BSc Computer Science programme?
The International Year One programme is a degree preparation programme for international students who want to study one of the many Solent University undergraduate computing degrees, but don’t have quite the right entry qualifications to gain direct entry into year one.
This programme is the equivalent of the first year of these degrees and on successful completion of the international year one, you will directly join year two of your chosen programme of study.
Course progression
Where will this programme lead you?
Once you successfully complete the International Year One – BSc Computer Science programme, you will be able to meet the entry requirements and be well equipped to progress to undergraduate study at Solent University.
Progression degree available:
Enquire NowKey information
Level
Level 4 – 1st year of undergraduate degree
Entry Requirements
Good high school graduation grades or equivalent
Tuition Fees
£17,750
Contact Hours
18
Duration
2 semesters
Assessment Methods
Coursework including time constrained assessments, software product with report, multi-choice answer, reports, portfolios and presentations.
Scholarships or Bursaries
Available
Payment Plans
Unavailble
Minimum Age
Students must turn 18 within the first 6 months of their International Year One programme
Maximum Class Size
18
Start Date
October and January
Next Application Deadline
TBC
Location
Southampton
Who’s the programme for?
If you are interested in the world of Computer Science, however, are unable to meet the undergraduate direct entry requirements but are over-qualified for foundation year study, the International Year One – BSc Computer Science programme is ideal for you
Course modules
On this module you will learn the techniques (Qualitative and Quantitative) and tools to design, plan and develop a user research strategy.
In this module you’ll explore networks by using a network simulator to learn what devices and connections are used. These will then be applied to various principles of networking, protocols and associated technologies.
This module will introduce you to software implementation through the process of understanding how to solve problems using programming.
In this module you are introduced to the skills and concepts required to develop and use relational databases. You will learn how to write programs interacting with databases and how to create them.
Explore how digital technology has fundamentally reshaped traditional business, and how businesses try to keep up. Learn to collect, analyse, and interpret data, and to present your findings effectively.
On this module you’ll be introduced to common client server-side scripting technologies used in the development of web applications, such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP.
On this year long module, students will be immersed into activities such as how to take effective notes, familiarisation with Word/PowerPoint software, understand classroom expectations, learn how to use the library and develop seminar skills.
Students will then be incrementally taught the critical skills to produce technical reports, deliver group and individual/group presentations and reflective essays.
The course information displayed on this page is correct for the academic year 2024/25. We aim to run the course as advertised however, changes may be necessary due to updates to the curriculum (due to academic or industry developments), student demand or UK compliance reasons.
Course benefits
What benefits will you get from the programme?
By studying on the International Year One – BSc Computer Science programme, you will:
- Gain an understanding of UK higher education’s academic culture, expectations, and practices.
- Develop your English language skills to meet the requirements of your chosen undergraduate programme.
- Complete your undergraduate degree programme within 3 years.
- Be ‘real-world’ ready and have strong employability and global workplace knowledge to ensure successful short, medium and long-term career aspirations.
To study the International Year One – Computer Science you will need to meet the following entry requirements.
English language requirements
- IELTS 5.5 with nothing lower than 5.5 or equivalent
Age requirements
Minimum age: Students must turn 18 within the first 6 months of their International Year One programme
Academic requirements
- Good High School Grades, or equivalent.
| Country | Country specific requirements | English waivers |
|---|---|---|
| Albania | State Matura Certificate grade 7 | |
| Algeria | Baccalauréat de l’Enseignement Secondaire with minimum 12 points | |
| Armenia | UK foundation students failed with 35% | |
| Azerbaijan | StudyNet Foundation students that failed with 35% | |
| Azerbaijan | Complete Secondary Education (Grade XI) with minimum grade average of 4/5 | |
| Bahrain | High School Certificate (year 12) with minimum grade average of 80% | |
| Bangladesh | High School Certificate with minimum grade average of 65% | |
| Bolivia | Diploma de Bachiller Científico-Humanístico with minimum grade average of 77% | |
| Brazil | Certificado de Ensino Medio with minimum grade average 7/10 | |
| Cambodia | High School Diploma with minimum grade average of 6.0 | |
| Cameroon | Baccalaureate/Baccalaureate Technique 12/20 or Grade B average at GCE (4 papers) or 2 A-Level Grade E minimum IY1 |
|
| China | Senior Middle 2 with minimum average of 80% and Senior Middle school 3 with average of 70% or higher | Propose: for students who study A-level/GCSE at International school: Alevel for CCD,GCSE for 5C |
| Colombia | Título de Bachiller Académico with minimum grade average of 75% or 7.5/10 | |
| Ecuador | Título de Bachiller en Ciencias with minimum grade average of 75% or 7.5/10 | |
| Egypt | Certificate of General Secondary Education with minimum grade average of 80% | |
| Georgia | High School Secondary Certificate 2/4 GPA | |
| Georgia | General Education Diploma D plus (satisfactory) | |
| Ghana | WAEC/SSCE with minimum grade average of C(7) | |
| Hong Kong | HKDSE with minimum 3,3,2 | |
| India | Standard XI 65% standard XII 55% | |
| Indonesia | SMA/SMU III with minimum grade average of 6.0 in 4 relevant subjects | |
| Iran | High School Diploma (Nazari or Fani Herfei) 16/20 | |
| Japan | Kotogakko Sotsugyo Shomeisho with minimum grade average of 3.0 | |
| Kazakhstan | Diploma of Technical and Vocational Education, 4/5 | |
| Kazakhstan | Certificate of Complete Secondary Education with minimum grade average of 4.0/5.0 or Diploma of Technical and Professional Education | |
| Kenya | KCSE with minimum grade average of C+ | |
| Kosovo | Diploma of High School Graduation 4/5 | |
| Kuwait | High School Certificate (year 12) with minimum grade average of 80% or : Technical Diploma / Certificate from PAAET College GPA 2 | |
| Kyrgyzstan | Certificate of Completed Secondary Education 4/5 | |
| Kyrgyzstan | Professional/Technical Qualification Certificate 4/5 | |
| Lebanon | Baccalauréat with minimum 15 points | |
| Malawi | 5 C Malawi High School | |
| Malaysia | STPM with minimum 3 passes | |
| Mexico | Bachillerato with minimum grade average of 80% 8/10 | |
| Mongolia | Certificate of technical Education, 4/5 | |
| Certificate of Complete Secondary Education, 4/5 | ||
| Montenegro | Secondary School Leaving Diploma 4/5 | |
| Morocco | Diplôme du Baccalauréat with minimum 12 points | |
| Myanmar | High School Diploma with minimum grade average of 6.0 | |
| Nepal | Nepal Grade XII with 2.6 | |
| Nigeria | WAEC/SSCE with minimum grade average of C(7) | |
| Oman | High School Certificate with minimum grade average of 80% | |
| Pakistan | Higher School Certificate with minimum grade average of 60% or Senior secondary certifcate 70% | |
| Phillipines | High School Diploma with minimum grade average of 75% | |
| Qatar | High School Certificate with minimum grade average of 80% | |
| Russia | Attestat (Grade XII) with minimum grade average of 4/5. | |
| Saudi Arabia | High School Certificate with minimum grade average of 80% | |
| Senegal | 12 points | |
| Serbia | Diploma of Completed Secondary Education 4/5 | |
| South Korea | High school diploma 80% | |
| Sri Lanka | General Certificate of Education (Ordinary Level) Grade required: 60% |
|
| Tadjikistan | Certificate of Completed Secondary Education with 4 or Good | |
| Taiwan | Senior High School Certificate with minimum grade average of 70% | |
| Tajikistan | Diploma of Completed Secondary Education 4/5 | |
| Tanzania | TASSCE/NECTA C average | |
| Thailand | MAW 60% or GPA 3 | |
| Tunisia | Diplôme du Baccalauréat with minimum grade average of 14/20 | |
| Turkey | High School Diploma with minimum grade average of 60% | |
| Turkmenistan | Successful completion of Certificate of Completed Secondary Education with Good Grade 4/5. | |
| UAE | High School Certificate with minimum grade average of 80% | |
| Uganda | Credit’ in UCE, EACE and COSE | |
| UK | 35% or over in a UK International Foundation programme | |
| Ukraine | Attestat (Grade XII) with minimum grade average of 7/12 | |
| USA | High School Diploma with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 (if applicants have taken SAT1, ACT or APT’s please check against Yr 1 criteria) | |
| Uzbekistan | Diploma of Specialised General Education with minimum grade average of 71% | |
| Umumiy o’rta ta’lim to’g’risida attestat/shahodatnoma – grade 4 | ||
| MDIST foundation (Management Development Institute of Singapore in Tashkent) – grade 35% | ||
| failed UK foundation – overall 35% | ||
| Diploma of Primary Vocational Education | ||
| Bypass home (uzbek) university failed bachelor’s years if any of the above qualification is available | ||
| Certificate of Generqal Secondary Education/Grade 11, 4/5 | ||
| Certificate of Secondary Specialised Professional Education, 4/5 | ||
| MDIST foundation 35% | ||
| Venezuela | High School Diploma with minimum grade average of 14/20 | |
| Vietnam | High School Diploma with minimum grade average of 6.0 |
Tuition fees 2025/26
- International: £17,750
Your course fees cover registration costs, teaching for the course and access to the learning resources at the University and Student Support Services. They do not include the cost of course books, stationery and photocopying/printing costs, accommodation, living costs, travel, hobbies, sports or other leisure activities.
Additional costs
You should also be prepared to buy some course texts at £30 each (average £180 per year).
You can now apply for this course online
Click the buttons below for your preferred start date below which will take you to our online application form.
Apply for October 2025
You will be directed to a QA Higher Education portal to set up an account and complete your application.
| Apply now |
|---|
| Apply for October |
Want to ask us a question?
If you have any questions regarding the International Year One – BSc Business and Management Pathway, entry requirements, or studying in the UK at Solent, contact us using the form below or visit our Enquire Now page.