BSc Computing
Course overview
The Glasgow Caledonian University BSc Computing course provides students with the essential knowledge, understanding, and skills required of a modern IT professional. This programme allows students to shape their studies, preparing them for various graduate roles across the computing industry. In the initial two years, students establish foundational computing knowledge and develop skills in building computer systems using various technologies.
During the third and fourth years, students further advance their expertise in core computing areas and select elective modules to specialise in fields such as mobile development, cloud systems development, and big data. Learning and assessment methods include lectures, group tutorials, practical computing labs, problem-based learning scenarios, and case studies. Assessments typically involve individual and group reports, presentations, class tests, and examinations.
Entry requirements
Applicants are encouraged to provide a personal statement discussing their motivations for applying to the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A pertinent academic and/or employer reference is also often a necessary component of the application. Students may include their CV to highlight any relevant work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- For Year 1 entry, applicants need a UCAS Tariff of 96, which corresponds to Scottish Highers (BBCC) or A Level (CCC), with both including Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, or Computing.
- For Year 2 entry, an HNC Computing with an A in Graded Unit 1 is required.
- For Year 3 entry, an HND Computer Science or HND Computing: Software Development with a BB in Graded Units is needed.
English Proficiency:
- If an applicant is from a country where English is not the primary language, they will need an IELTS overall score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each section.
- The university also accepts equivalent TOEFL and PTE scores.
Scholarships
Early Payment Discount
This award entitles fee-paying students to a discount of 5% if fees are over £5,000 and the fees are paid in full prior to the first teaching date of the course.
New to GCU Undergraduate
Self funding International students who study a full-time course with Glasgow Caledonian University are eligible for up to £2,500 tuition fee discount per year off their course tuition fees.
Student Loyalty Discount
We are pleased to offer a Loyalty Discount of 30% to students who have previously graduated from GCU or one of our Founding institutions.
Up to 30% of fees
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BSc (Hons) Computing course work as:
- Software Developer
- Software Engineer
- Cloud Consultant
- Data Analyst
- Web Developer
- Robotic Process Automation Developer
Cost of study
International students pay £15,200 as tuition every year for the BSc Computing at Glasgow Caledonian University.
Admission
Applications for this course are submitted through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Please speak to our trained counsellors for assistance.
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