Overview

In the later years of our BSc Computer Systems (Hons) course from Heriot-Watt University, you’ll also have the option to specialise and graduate with a named degree in Games Programming (5Y6J).

90% of our 2018 graduates reported in the National Student Survey that the course is intellectually stimulating.

Go Global

With Go Global, Heriot-Watt's global student programme, you can carry your studies to new places and experience new cultures, expanding your horizons on the way.

You'll discover what it means to be a true global citizen and emerge prepared for wherever your career journey will take you.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Praxis

Software Development

Web Design and Databases

User-Centred Experimental Design

Programming Languages

Web Programming

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

63

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IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Computer Sciences View 937 other Bachelors in Computer Sciences in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

63

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

year 1 standard entry requirements

Highers ABBB

A-Levels BBC

Int. Baccalaureate 28 points

BTEC DDM

HNC B in graded unit

Minimum entry requirements

Highers BBBC

A-Levels BCC

Year 2 entry requirements

Advanced Highers BBB including Computer Science, plus Higher ABBB.

A-Levels BBB to include either Computer Science or Software Systems Development.

International Baccalaureate 30 points. Must include Computer Science at Higher Level 6.
BTEC Extended Diploma DDM. Must be in relevant subject, including sufficient Computing.
HNC A in graded unit with 120 SCQF credit points. HNC must include Computing at SCQF Level 6, and include Java.
HND AB / BA. Must include Computing at SCQF Level 6, and include Java.
Global College: Successful completion of our Technology with Accelerator Programme.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

25808 GBP / year

≈ 25808 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Additional Details

Scotland: Paid by SAAS

England / Wales / N Ireland / Rep of Ireland: £9,250

Living costs

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

725 - 1167 GBP / month

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

Funding

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Overview

Go Global

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Edinburgh

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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