OpenFieldFoundation Degree in Software Development (Ulster Validated) Enrolment
Two-year higher education program with guaranteed direct transfer into Year 3 of the B.Sc. (Hons) Computing at Ulster University Magee.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- A-Levels including Mathematics or Computing, or BTEC Level 3 in IT with Merit grades
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.0
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Online application and GCSE English and Math grade C/4 certificates
- Recommendation letters
- Teacher recommendation
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Full Student Finance NI tuition fee loan eligibility (£2,800/year)
- Application fee
- £0
- Tuition / joining costs
- £2,800/year (Full-time) / £900/year (Part-time)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- August 31, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official North West Regional College documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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