Course information
Length
1 year full-time
Department
Course overview
This one-year programme gives you the opportunity to develop your English language, become familiar with UK academic culture, and prepare to study for a BSc degree in Computer Science, or Creative Computing.
This programme combines relevant content modules with the development of language and study skills. You will develop the ability to:
- reason critically
- develop an argument
- analyse and interpret a range of text types
- work cross-culturally
- structure and communicate ideas effectively, both orally and in writing
- participate constructively in groups
- manage time
- work independently
- find information and use IT
Half of the programme will focus on the four compulsory modules of language development:
- Academic Writing
- Reading
- Listening
- Speaking
The other half of the programme will be taught in the Department of Computing and will focus on ‘Foundations of Problem Solving and Programming’.
You will have a personal tutor, who you meet in small groups or on a one-to-one basis to discuss progress on the course, general approaches to study, and ways of maximising language learning. Tutors will also support you in finalising your plans for future study.
You are encouraged throughout the programme to work independently and in particular to use the resources available in the Goldsmiths Library.
Guaranteed progression
If you pass the programme at the required level (a pass in all modules with an overall score of 50% or more), you will be guaranteed a place on a related Goldsmiths degree programme:
Alternatively you may choose to continue your studies at another university.
Contact the department
If you have specific questions about the degree, contact Naomi Matsumoto.