In an industry where new hardware, software and production technologies are emerging at breakneck speed, computing experts with the ability to apply creativity to existing and future problem areas are in high demand.
Abertay’s BSc (Hons) Computing degree is within its renowned School of Design and Informatics and is accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT.
The degree is highly practical and focuses on software development for mobile, desktop and web platforms. The emphasis is very much on constructing effective, efficient, robust, and maintainable solutions. You will learn about systems architecture, programming design, coding, platform technologies, software engineering and other areas of computer science to prepare you for a rewarding career in the computing industry.
Abertay is widely recognised as having been instrumental in building the city of Dundee’s place as a global hub for computing and gaming. Our rankings include:
• UK University of the Year 2021 - Teaching Quality (The Times/ Sunday Times Good University Guide)
• UK Top 10 - Student Satisfaction & Teaching (Guardian Good University Guide 2021)
• UK Top 10 - Student Satisfaction (National Student Survey 2020)
Course Details - Modules
Year 1 core modules (subject to change over time) - CMP101 Computer Hardware Architecture & Operating Systems; CMP109 Computer Networking 1; CMP104 Programming with C++; CMP102 Software Design; CMP107 Development Practice.
You will also be required to select one elective module. For detailed module information please check our website.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
G400
Institution code:
A30
Campus Name:
Abertay Campus
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
To include one of:- Computer Science, Maths, Architectural Technology, Human Biology, Biology, Building Construction, Chemistry, Engineering Science, Environmental Science, Geography and Physics
Entry into Year 2 with ABB to include Computer Science and one from Maths, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Design Technology, Engineering
Entry into Year 2 with one of the following:-
Computing
Computing & Systems Development to include Object Oriented Programming
Entry into Year 1 with one of the following:-
Creative Media Production
Graphic Design
Interactive Media
Entry into Year 3 with one of the following:-
Computing plus Advanced Programming or Application Development
Computing (Applications Development) plus Advanced Programming or Application Development
Computing (Data Analytics) plus Advanced Programming or Application Development
Computing (Intelligent Systems) plus Advanced Programming or Application Development
Computing (Network Engineering) plus Advanced Programming or Application Development
Computing (Software Engineering) plus Advanced Programming or Application Development
Entry into Year 2 with Computing & Systems Development to include Object Oriented Programming
Entry into Year 2 with an HNC in one of the following:-
Computer Games Development - Graded Unit A
Computing - Graded Unit A plus H17X Software Development: Programme Foundations
Cyber Security - Graded Unit A plus J0HD Scripting for Security (recommended to have additional programming)
Entry into Year 1 with an HNC in one of the following:-
Computer Networking - Graded Unit A
Information Technology - Graded Unit A
Interactive Media - Graded Unit A
Entry into Year 3 with an HND in one of the following:-
Computer Games Development - Graded Unit A plus H171 Software Development: Object Orientated Programme OR F86A Games Development: Object Orientated Programme
Computer Science - Graded Unit A plus H171 Software Development: Object Orientated Programme
Computing: Software Development - Graded Unit A
Entry into Year 2 with an HND in one of the following:-
Computing: Networking - Graded Unit A plus H17X Software Development: Programme Foundations
Computing: Technical Support - Graded Unit A plus H17X Software Development: Programme Foundations
Information Technology - Graded Unit A plus DH34 Software DevelopmentL Event Driven Programme and H172 System Development: Object Orientation Analysis & Des
Entry into Year 1 with an HND in one of the following:-
Computer Networking & Internet Technology - Graded Unit A
Interactive Media - Graded Unit A
To include one of:- Computer Science, Maths, Architectural Technology, Human Biology, Biology, Building Construction, Chemistry, Engineering Science, Environmental Science, Geography and Physics - Graphic Communication is NOT a Technical subject
Entry into Year 2 to include Computer Science and one from Maths, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Design & Manufacture, Graphic Design, Engineering Science
To include one of:- Computer Science, Maths, Architectural Technology, Human Biology, Biology, Building Construction, Chemistry, Engineering Science, Environmental Science, Geography, Physics, Analysis & Approaches at S5 or H4
Creative Media Production
Electrical/Electronic Engineering
Engineering
IT
Entry into Year 2 with D*DD IT (Software Development)
To include one of:- Computer Science, Maths, Architectural Technology, Human Biology, Biology, Building Construction, Chemistry, Engineering Science, Environmental Science, Geography and Physics
Maths at National 5/GCSE at grade C/4 or equivalent required - National 5 Lifeskill Maths and Application of Maths NOT accepted in lieu of Maths
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
To include one, or more, of the following - Computer Science, Maths, Human Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering Science, Environmental Science, Geography, Physics
We may make you an offer at the minimum entry grades if you meet the criteria
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
We look for applicants to have achieved an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no individual test lower than 5.5.
Some degrees have higher requirements - refer to the 'entry routes' tab of each degree for more detail.
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
40%
Go onto work and study:
95%
Fees and funding
Republic of Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
1820.0
Year 1
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
EU
14000.0
Year 1
International
14000.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
The International/EU fees will be £15,500 for the following courses:-
BA (Hons) Computer Arts
BA (Hons) Game Design and Production
BSc (Hons) Computer Game Applications Development
BSc (Hons) Computer Games Technology
BSc (Hons) Computing
BSc (Hons) Cybersecurity
BSc (Hons) Ethical Hacking
Provider information
Bell Street
Address2 are not listed for this Course.
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Dundee
DD1 1HG
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