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International Year One in Computing

Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield, United Kingdom

Key facts

Level
Certificate
Subject
Computer Science
Duration
1 year
Study mode
Full time
Tuition fee
£17,000 per year
Intakes
January 2027

Course overview

International Year One in Computing at Sheffield Hallam University. A study-preparation (pathway) programme run with Oxford International that prepares international students for degree study; the curriculum lists the degrees it leads to. Routes: 1 year pathway study. Campus: Sheffield City Campus. 2026-27 International Year One tuition (January start): Computing – £17,000 GBP; Business Management – £17,000 GBP Listed through Oxford International, the university's pathway and recruitment partner.

What you will study

Modules: English for Professional and Academic Skills; Applied Software Development Project; Mathematics for Computing; People, Culture and Inclusive Organisations; Foundations of Programming; Applied Web Development and Databases; Studying at Sheffield Hallam University

Progression degrees (after passing the pathway at the required level):

- BEng (Hons) Software Engineering: https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/computing/beng-honours-software-engineering/full-time

- BSc (Hons) Computer Science: https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/computing/bsc-honours-computer-science/full-time/2026

- BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence: https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/computing/bsc-honours-computer-science-with-artificial-intelligence/full-time

Oxford International course page: https://www.oxfordinternational.com/courses/detail/pathway-sheffield-hallam-university-international-year-one-in-computing/

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

Pass all ACCA foundation papers with a min of 55% Foundation: Successful completion of a UK foundation from a recognised institution International Baccalaureate (IB) – A minimum of 22 points English: IELTS IELTS 5.5 (with no less than 5.5 in each component) Oxford ELLT ELLT 5.0 (not less than 5.0 in each component)

English language

IELTS 5.5

Minimum in each skill (IELTS): Reading 5.5, Writing 5.5, Speaking 5.5, Listening 5.5

Course details come from the university and can change. Always check the official course page before you apply.