Computing BSc (Hons)
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Course Overview - Computing BSc (Hons)
If you want to study computing but haven’t decided on a specific area of interest this programme lets you personalise your studies and prepares you for a range of graduate roles.
In Years 1 and 2 you will study the foundations of computing and develop the programming skills required to develop modern computer systems.
In Years 3 and 4 you will further develop expertise in core areas while selecting elective modules which allow you specialise in your chosen areas of interest. Possible electives include mobile development, cloud systems development, secure software d...
If you want to study computing but haven’t decided on a specific area of interest this programme lets you personalise your studies and prepares you for a range of graduate roles.<br/><br/>In Years 1 and 2 you will study the foundations of computing and develop the programming skills required to develop modern computer systems.<br/><br/>In Years 3 and 4 you will further develop expertise in core areas while selecting elective modules which allow you specialise in your chosen areas of interest. Possible electives include mobile development, cloud systems development, secure software development, user experience development, advanced project management and Big Data. <br/><br/>The programme offers the possibility of undertaking an industry placement or to study abroad through Erasmus exchanges.<br/><br/>Students are also encouraged to take part in activities with the International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience (IAESTE). <br/><br/>Our computing programmes are accredited by the Chartered Institute for IT (British Computer Society).
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
07/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
G401
Institution Code
G42
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
Scottish Higher
B,B,C,C
including Maths or Application of Maths or Computing
Access to HE Diploma
M:45
60 credits overall with 45 credits at Merit in Computing or IT subject
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
26
including HL Maths or Computer Science at 4
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMM
Year 1 Entry: Level 3 Extended Diploma MMM in Computing/IT Year 2 Entry: Level 3 Extended Diploma in Computing including Maths at DDM Specific units may be required for entry: Information Technology Systems; Creating Systems to Manage Information; Using Social Media in Business; Programming; IT Project Management; Cyber Security and Incident Management; IT Service Delivery.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H3,H3,H3,H3
including Higher Level Maths or Computing
Scottish HNC
Pass
Year 1 Entry: HNC Computing with B in Graded Unit 1 Year 2 Entry: 15 credit HNC Computing with A in Graded Unit 1. Must include Software Development: Developing Small Stand Alone Applications; Software Development: Programming Foundations; Systems Development: Introduction; Systems Development: Testing Software and Maths for Computing 1. Should also include a Database OR SQL unit.
Scottish HND
Pass
HND with BB in graded units required in one of the following: HND Computing (Software Development) including either: Database Design Fundamentals; Relational Database Management Systems; or Database Design and Programming in SQL. Plus either Software Development: Developing Websites for Multiplatform Use or Web Development Dynamically Generated Content. OR HND Computer Science including: Software Development: Object Oriented Programming; Software Development: Object Oriented Analysis and Design; Software Development: Data Structures. OR HND Web Development including: Software Development: Object Oriented Programming; Software Development: Oriented Analysis and Design: Software Development: Data Structures. Plus one of Database Design Fundamentals or Manage Database Systems Using SQL
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)
Pass
Accepted as equivalent to one Higher at grade B as part of the overall grade profile of Highers required for entry. Any essential subjects at Higher should still be achieved in addition to the Foundation Apprenticeship.
A level
C,C,C
including Maths or Computing Year 2 Entry: BBB including Maths or Computing plus GCSE English and Maths at C/4
T Level
Pass (C and above)
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1,820 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £15,200 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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