Edinburgh,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Hons) Computer Science and Diploma in Industrial Training in Edinburgh United Kingdom | Heriot-Watt University
Heriot-Watt University
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Edinburgh United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
25,008
(c. USD33,330.16)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
For those seeking to launch their career with a full year of professional experience, this program offers an excellent opportunity. It merges the academic rigor of a BSc (Hons) Computer Science degree with a valuable year-long industry placement during level 4. You'll graduate with 12 months of hands-on experience in the computing field, along with earning a Diploma in Industrial Training upon successful placement completion. The work placement enables you to enhance job-specific competencies while applying classroom knowledge in practical settings. This program delivers a carefully balanced mix of theoretical knowledge and real-world application, enriched by our faculty's research expertise.Computer Science equips students with fundamental skills to comprehend, create, and deploy advanced software and computer systems. Our distinguished curriculum, shaped through collaboration with industry partners, delivers contemporary skills essential for this rapidly evolving discipline. The program covers essential principles while fostering practical abilities and professional competencies in problem-solving and project management. We prepare students to engineer systems, develop reliable software, and drive technological innovation.As pioneers in computing education, we introduced Scotland's first undergraduate computing degree and were among the UK's earliest providers. We maintain our leadership position by delivering exceptional Computer Science education, encompassing both foundational topics and emerging fields such as Software Engineering, AI, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Cloud Technologies, Resilient Systems, Parallel Computing, and Robotics.Professional RecognitionThe BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Diploma in Industrial Training holds accreditation from:British Computer Society (BCS),The Chartered Institute for IT (acting for the Engineering Council), fully satisfying Incorporated Engineer academic requirements and partially meeting Chartered Engineer academic standards.Career ProspectsGraduates can pursue various roles in Information Technology
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Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Year 1 - Standard entry requirements: Highers ABBB (including Mathematics), A-Levels BBC – ABB (including Mathematics at B), Int. Baccalaureate 28 points (with Mathematics at Higher Level 5), BTEC DDM (including sufficient Mathematics), HNC B in graded unit (including sufficient Mathematics), Check that you meet our University-wide National 5/GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths requirements, Minimum entry requirements (Minimum: under our Fair Access Policy, we will relax our standard entry requirements for some Scottish students depending on their circumstances), Highers BBBC (including Mathematics at B), A-Levels BCC (including Mathematics at B). Year 2 - Advanced Highers BBB (including Mathematics and Computing plus excellent Highers), A-Levels ABB (including Mathematics and Computing), Int. Baccalaureate 30 points (with Mathematics and Computing at Higher Level 6), HNC A in graded unit (including sufficient Mathematics and Computing), HND AB in graded units (including sufficient Mathematics and Computing), BTEC DDM (including sufficient Mathematics and Computing), Global College Successful completion of our Technology with Accelerator Programme. For all years, applications are welcomed from holders of non-school qualifications, mature candidates and overseas students. The minimum English language requirement for entry to this programme is IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no score lower than 5.5, TOEFL iBT 79 (including reading 18, listening 17, speaking 20, and writing 21).
Tuition
GBP
25,008