Cloud Computing with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
University of Wales

Key Course Facts
Course Description
BSc Cloud Computing with Foundation Year
Cloud Computing courses focus on the design, implementation, testing and maintenance of high-quality information systems and data-driven applications.
You will learn database design, creation, administration and the development of data-driven applications. Additionally, you will use statistical methods to analyse and visualise data, develop skills in data mining and the use of data centre technologies. Foundation year entry students are able to build confidence in the computing area before studying at higher levels.
Reasons to choose this course -Established industrial links. -British Computer Society (BCS) accredited course with Chartered IT Professional (CITP) status. -Provides you with the latest skills along with an appreciation of the demands of industry. -Student learn, in-depth, a range of programming concepts, data analysis and mining technique and network skills to develop sophisticated and complex -information systems solutions
BSc Cloud Computing focuses on the design, implementation, testing and maintenance of high-quality information systems and data-driven applications. Contact Email: [email protected]
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 38 graduates of Cloud Computing with Foundation Year BSc (Hons) at University of Wales for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Computer Systems Engineering.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates of Cloud Computing with Foundation Year BSc (Hons) at University of Wales
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Cloud Computing with Foundation Year BSc (Hons) at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £25000 | £20500 | £23500 |
25-75 percentile range | £22000 - £34500 | £16000 - £26500 | £18500 - £30500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Computer Systems Engineering
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £27153 | £22345 | £25548 |
25-75 percentile range | £22653 - £33590 | £16759 - £28431 | £19371 - £33677 |
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What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of Cloud Computing with Foundation Year, BSc (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
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Level 5
Level 6
Modules
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
Job in line with future plans
Utilise skills from studies
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
% Skilled jobs
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Cloud Computing with Foundation Year BSc (Hons) at University of Wales
55% | Information Technology Professionals |
10% | Skilled trades occupations |
5% | Teaching Professionals |
5% | Secretarial and related occupations |
5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
5% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
5% | Sales occupations |
5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
5% | Elementary occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still be able to join Cloud Computing with Foundation Year, BSc (Hons).
Costs
Tuition Fees Cloud Computing with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
EU | £9000 | year 1 |
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England UK | £9000 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9000 | year 1 |
Wales | £9000 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9000 | year 1 |
International | £13500 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2024
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- Foundation
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About University of Wales
The University of Wales (UW) is a confederal university located in Cardiff, Wales. This university was the very first to exist in Wales, and now operates a highly rated research centre, the Centre for Advanced Welsh and Celtic Studies. In addition, UW also has a centre used for studying and conferences in Gregynog, Newtown.
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