Computing Foundation
Requirements:
GCE Ordinary Level
- Local - 5 passes AND Credit passes for English and Mathematics
- Cambridge - 5 D passes AND C passes for English and Mathematics
- Pearson Edexcel - 5 Grade 3 passes AND Grade 4 passes for English and Mathematics
OR
Equivalent qualifications acceptable to APIIT/Staffordshire University
- Applicants are individually assessed where the basic criteria are not met, but other qualifications or work experience is present. **
Description:
Teaching & Learning
A diverse range of teaching strategies including lectures, group discussions, presentations, debates, assignments, movement, and a unique project showcase are utilised to develop students’ knowledge and competencies in relation to fundamentals of Computing and Business, digital literacy, analytical skills and numeracy, and communication and language skills. Students are trained to work both in groups and independently during their course of study.
Modules
Semester one seeks to equip students with basic study and life skills with the modules English for Academic Purposes and Self & Society as well as discipline-related modules Computing Mathematics and Introduction to Business Environments. These modules will assist students in their transition from secondary school to tertiary education.
In the second semester, English for Academic Purposes and Self & Society continue. Building on the foundation laid in the first semester, Digital Literacy & Communication and Programming & Web Development are offered.
Semester 1
- English for Academic Purposes
- Self & Society
- Computing Mathematics
- Introduction to Business Environments
Semester 2
- English for Academic Purposes
- Self & Society
- Digital Literacy & Communication
- Programming & Web Development
Address : 542, Peradeniya Road, Kandy, Sri Lanka.
Phone : 76 177 7977
Email : info@apiit.lk
Website : https://apiit.lk
Available:
APIIT
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Stream: Computer Science & IT
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Level: Foundation Programme