Foundation Year in IT

Ready to start your journey towards an IT honours degree?

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Kingston University

Overview

About this course

Ready to start your journey towards an IT honors degree? This Foundation Year in IT will give you the knowledge and skills you need to progress your studies and establish your ambitions. You’ll get a taste of academic life in a supportive university environment, with access to a range of cutting-edge facilities. Upon successful completion of the Foundation Year in IT, you’ll be fully prepared to progress to Year 1 of an honors degree at Kingston University in London.

Why choose this course

Direct pathway to a UK IT degree: Progress to selected Kingston University undergraduate programmes

Strong computing foundation: Covers programming, systems, and IT fundamentals

No A/L IT required: Ideal if you lack advanced IT or Maths background

Project-based learning: Apply theory through practical tasks and teamwork

Study locally, progress globally: Start in Sri Lanka before transferring abroad

What you will learn

1

Programming fundamentals for computing applications

2

Core IT and computer systems concepts

3

Applied mathematics for technology disciplines

4

Academic research, communication, and study skills

5

Problem-solving through project-based learning

Skills you will gain

Programming BasicsLogical ThinkingDigital LiteracyProblem SolvingAcademic WritingTeamworkIT Foundations

At a glance

Level

Foundation

Duration

1 years
Full-time

Location

Onsite campus

Intakes

N/A

Entry Requirements

Minimum of five passes at O/L, including a ‘C’ for English and Mathematics.

Course Structure

Professional Success

Mandatory

Foundation Project-Based Learning

Mandatory

Computing

Mandatory

Career Outcomes

Key Industries

Information TechnologySoftware DevelopmentCyber SecurityDigital ServicesData & Analytics

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

Choose your fee category to see applicable costs

Course fee: LKR 710,000

total

Application fee: LKR 20,000

Total investment is an approximate figure and includes registration fees and university fees (calculated at 1 USD = 300 LKR). Monthly instalment plans available. Conditions Apply.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are answers to common questions about this course

No. This is a foundation pathway that prepares you for entry into an undergraduate IT or computing degree.

Course Facts

Location

Kandy

Duration

1 years | full-time

Upcoming Intakes

No upcoming intakes listed

Tuition Fees

total

Course fee: LKR 710,000

Application fee: LKR 20,000

Verified informationJan 27, 2026

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