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BSc Computing Science
A four-year honours computing degree covering programming, systems and theory, with accredited options including a faster-route and MSci. Suits students aiming for software and IT careers.
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World Changers Global Excellence Scholarship for new international UG students (2027 entry): £10,000 per year for Science & Engineering and MVLS, £7,000 per year for Arts and Social Sciences. Global Leadership Scholarship for PGT: £10,000 tuition fee waiver.
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A clearer look at BSc Computing Science
A four-year honours computing degree covering programming, systems and theory, with accredited options including a faster-route and MSci. Suits students aiming for software and IT careers.
This 48-month undergraduate route concentrates on programming and computational problem-solving, computer systems, software and data, designing and evaluating practical digital solutions. The course record does not promise a placement, so students should judge it primarily by its curriculum, teaching approach and project opportunities.
Course focus
What you can expect to explore
- Programming and computational problem-solving
- Computer systems, software and data
- Designing and evaluating practical digital solutions
- Design and build software solutions.
Skills development
Capabilities you can build
- Programming
- Algorithmic thinking
- Systems analysis
- Technical project work
The balance of technical, academic and professional skills depends on the modules and assessments offered for your intake.
Learning experience
How you may learn
- Applied work such as case studies, workshops, projects or problem-based tasks.
- Independent study and progressively more complex assignments or projects.
- Assessment may combine coursework, reports, presentations, examinations or projects; the exact balance is set by the university.
Who is this course for?
A strong fit for students who enjoy logical problem-solving and want a broad technical foundation for digital careers. Entry requirements still determine eligibility, and students should compare the official module list with their own career goals before applying.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Relevant career directions may include:
- Software developer
- Systems analyst
- IT consultant
- Technical solutions specialist
These are examples, not guaranteed outcomes. Employment depends on your experience, location, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed.
Course contents
Published course content for this programme.
23 curriculum items were captured from the university’s official course page. These may include modules, course units or published curriculum topics, and can change by intake, pathway and availability.
- 01Flexible degreesPublished course content
- 02Faster routePublished course content
- 03Computing Science (faster route)Published course content
- 04Computing Science 1P (Standard Route)Published course content
- 05Computing Science 1F - Computing FundamentalsPublished course content
- 06Computing Science - 1S SystemsPublished course content
- 07Computing Science - 1CT Introduction to Computational ThinkingPublished course content
- 08Computing Science 1PX (Alternate Route)Published course content
- 09Introduction to Object Oriented ProgrammingPublished course content
- 10Object-Oriented Software Engineering 2Published course content
- 11Algorithmic Foundations 2Published course content
- 12Networks and Operating Systems Essentials 2Published course content
- 13Algorithms & Data Structures 2Published course content
- 14Web Application Development 2Published course content
- 15Algorithmics I (H)Published course content
- 16Data Fundamentals (H)Published course content
- 17Human-centred Systems Design and Evaluation (H)Published course content
- 18Systems Programming (H)Published course content
- 19Professional Software Development (H)Published course content
- 20Team Project (H)Published course content
- 21Individual Project (H) (Single)Published course content
- 22Professional Skills and Issues (H)Published course content
- 23Our international linksPublished course content
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Sri Lankan national qualifications are not accepted for direct UG entry; A-levels, IB or a foundation via Glasgow International College are required.
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0
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