International Year One in Computer and Data Science

University of Exeter International Study Centre

Prepare for entry to Year 2 of an undergraduate degree in computer science or data science at the University of Exeter.

You'll join the University of Exeter:

UK top 20 for Computer Science (The Complete University Guide 2026)
UK top 15 for Graduate Prospects in Computer Science (The Complete University Guide 2026)
accredited by the BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT – providing students with the foundation for a chartered IT professional qualification
partners with The Alan Turing Institute – the UK’s national institute for data science and AI
strong links with computer-related partners such as IBM, The Met Office, Motorola and NATS.
industry-standard facilities include computer science labs, a range of machine types and software ecosystems.

If you have a higher English language level, you may qualify for our iCAS – integrated Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) – programme. Combining your pathway and degree in a single study plan, you’ll only need one visa for the duration of your studies and can apply with alternative English language qualifications to IELTS.

Apply for one of our iCAS programmes.

Key Information

The only International Year One in Computer Science pathway taught by Russell Group professors, with pathway academic modules taught at the University of Exeter alongside first-year students.
Develop fundamental skills for AI, cybersecurity, data science, machine learning and software engineering.
Gain hands-on experience in the university’s advanced computing labs and innovation spaces.
Learn the technical vocabulary and academic skills needed for further studies in computer and data science.

Course Details

International Year One in Computer and Data Science

University of Exeter International Study Centre

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Age Requirement

All students must be 17 by the end of their academic year of study, no later than 31 August.

Academic Requirements

Satisfactory completion of A-levels, or first year of overseas university degree with good grades or equivalent.

English Language Requirements

IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in all subskills) or equivalent

DISCLAIMER: Although we strive for accuracy and completeness on this page, in certain circumstances entry requirements may change. We do our best to keep this page up to date and to inform applicants of such changes promptly. For details of how and when entry requirements may change, please review our Terms and Conditions. If you feel you have been unfairly disadvantaged due to a change in entry requirements you may raise a complaint via our complaint process.

Academic Year 2026/27

14th September 2026 - 18th June 2027

Term 1: 14th September 2026 - 11th December 2026
Term 2: 11th January 2027 - 2nd April 2027
Term 3: 19th April 2027 - 18th June 2027

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

£ 24,950.00

Enrolment fee (Compulsory)

£ 275.00

Textbooks (Compulsory)

£ 270.00 - 365.00

Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)

£ 575.00

Approximate cost

£ 26,070.00 - 26,165.00

The cost of your study plan may vary depending on factors including the pathway chosen, program length and choice of accommodation.

Prices shown here are provisional and reflect the cost of tuition fees for this course for the 2026/27 academic year. Tuition fees for this course may increase in future academic years. See more information about tuition fees here.

All students who confirm their offer on or before 30 November 2026 will pay the 2026/2027 price as per their existing offer letter. After 30 November 2026, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2027/2028 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only.

Core modules

Credit Units

Computational Mathematics

15 Credit Units

Data Structures and Algorithms

15 Credit Units

Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science

15 Credit Units

English Language and Study Skills

30 Credit Units

Fundamentals of Machine Learning

15 Credit Units

Object Oriented Programming

15 Credit Units

Programming

15 Credit Units

Please note that the modules listed here reflect the course structure for the 2025/26 academic year and may not reflect the structure of the course in future academic years. Should the structure of the course – including the modules studied as part of it – change, we will inform applicants at the earliest opportunity. More information about when we might make changes to our courses – and your rights if we do – can be found in our Terms and Conditions.

= Placement option available

= Study abroad option available

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International Year One in Computer and Data Science

University of Exeter International Study Centre

Key Information

Course Details

International Year One in Computer and Data Science

University of Exeter International Study Centre

Entry requirements

Age Requirement

Academic Requirements

English Language Requirements

Important Dates

Academic Year 2026/27

Fees and Pricing

Estimated cost of attendance

Modules

Core modules

Credit Units

Progression

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