Computing Science - BSc/BSc (Hons) - Full Time

This degree offers advanced entry for students with a strong academic profile but who may not have a qualification in computing. The course is a three year undergraduate programme, offering the equivalent of second year entry into the Scottish four year degree. The degree will provide you with the knowledge and skills to enter the competitive job market for skilled computing graduates and enable you to meet your career aspirations.

In this course, you'll gain a thorough understanding of computing theory and practice, enabling you to solve problems and build solutions. The first year of the programme provides core computing skills in software design, development and engineering, database theory, design and development and other computing areas. As the course progresses you will gain in-depth expertise and skills as you apply your knowledge in computing science, and plan, monitor and manage both group and individual projects. The course includes an optional one year work placement where you will learn the processes involved in bringing a project to completion, as well as communication, teamwork and reporting skills. Computing science Software development Systems analysis and design Algorithm analysis and design Concurrent and parallel systems Data modelling and analysis With the number and range of computing jobs rising constantly, you'll most likely be able to choose a position in the industry that best suits you. You could take a position in a business that specialises in digital development and systems implementation, such as: Software developer Software engineer Programmer View Full Screen

What's involved The course will involve lectures, tutorials, laboratory sessions, independent study and an option to study overseas in trimester 2 of year 2. This course is also offered with a year-long industry based work placement in year 2. Year 2 Introduction to Graphics Programming, Software Development 3, Algorithms and Data Structures, Group Project, Option. Year 3 Honours Project, Concurrent and Parallel Systems, Data Analytics, Information Society and Security, , Computational Intelligence

Requirements at a glance Entry to the course Year 2 only SQA Advanced HigherBBC A LevelBBB Subjects requiredStandard Grade (3 or above) English and Maths. GCSE (Grade C or above) English and Maths.Fees Table Fees 2012/132013/14 Scottish/EU£1,820£1,820 Rest of UK £6,500£6,630 Overseas£11,250£11,700 Fees displayed are correct at the time of publication but the University Court reserves the right to make changes in fees at any time, and without notice, before or after the student's admission to the University. Tuition fees are reviewed annually and will rise each year during your programme of study, at least in line with inflation.