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Software Development for Business (Hons), B.Sc.

  • Application Deadline
  • 48 months
    Duration
Glasgow Caledonian University
University rank #601 (WUR) Glasgow, United Kingdom
The Software Development for Business (Hons) at Glasgow Caledonian University has been developed in co-operation with leading UK employers to provide you with the knowledge, skills and understanding to become a professional software developer.
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Overview

Studying on this Software Development for Business (Hons) at Glasgow Caledonian University you benefit from direct employer engagement in the form of Industry Insight Lectures, project case studies, participation in UK-wide competitions, attendance at employer - student events, work placements and networking opportunities with students from other universities.

You will acquire the right balance of technical, interpersonal, project management and business skills needed as a software developer. In addition you will have many opportunities to showcase your abilities to employers.

Your career

This programme has been designed to prepare you for a career as a software developer; typical job roles include Software Developer, Web Developer, Software Engineer, Programmer, Mobile Applications Developer, Cloud Engineer, System Analyst, Database Developer, Software Tester, IT Consultant or UX Developer.

Detailed Programme Facts

  • Programme intensity Full-time
    • Full-time duration 48 months
  • Languages
    • English
  • Delivery mode
    On Campus

Programme Structure

Courses Included:

  • Fundamentals of Computer Systems

  • Fundamentals of Software Engineering

  • Programming

  • Maths for Computing

  • Fundamentals of Network and Cloud Computing

  • Database Development

English Language Requirements

You need the following IELTS score:

  • Minimum required score:

    6

    The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.

General Requirements

Year 1 

  • SQA Higher: BBBB including either Maths, Computing or Physics plus Nat 5 English at C. Nat 5 Maths at C is also required if not taken at Higher level

  • A level: CCC including one from Maths, Computing or Physics plus GCSE Maths and English at C/4
  • ILC Higher: H2 H2 H3 H3 including one from Maths, Computing or Physics. Maths and English is required at Ordinary Level O2 if not taken at Higher Level
  • IB Diploma: 24 points must include either Maths or Computer Science
  • BTEC: Level 3 Extended Diploma in relevant subject at MMM plus GCSE Maths and English at C/4

Tuition Fee

  • International

    12250 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 12250 GBP per year and a duration of 48 months.

  • EU/EEA

    1820 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 1820 GBP per year and a duration of 48 months.
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  • RUK: £9250

Living costs for Glasgow

  • 620 - 1020 GBP/month
    Living Costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

We provide high-quality education for a fair price; as the University for the Common Good, we are committed to offering accessible higher education for talented students by keeping our tuition fees low and providing a generous scholarship package of over £2.5 million per year.

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