BSc Computer Systems Games Programming

The BSc Computer Systems (Games Programming) degree at Heriot-Watt University gives students a healthy foundation and practical skills in computing, with professional skills for effective communication and collaborative work. This is a four-year programme done on campus in Edinburgh, with a September start date.

The course outline is structured step by step, with the first year concentrating on core programming in Java, interactive systems, web design, databases, and computer systems while other years advance to cover interaction design, web programming, data structures, software design, artificial intelligence, computer network security, operating systems, and language processors, and finally ending with a major individual project in the final year.

Heriot-Watt University is a leading academic institution with an impact of over 200 years. It started from its humble beginnings as the School of Arts of Edinburgh in 1821, it became a famous university in 1966, it has evolved into a global powerhouse now having five campuses across Edinburgh, the Scottish Borders, Orkney, Dubai, and Malaysia, it welcomes a over 7,000 students from 154 countries and developing a unique learning environment.

The university is known for excellence in research, 86.8% of its research is classed as world-leading or internationally excellent by the Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021). Heriot-Watt is consistent in performing well in global rankings and has high graduate employment outcomes. It offers many undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in fields such as science, technology, engineering, business, and design, including the BSc Computer Systems (Games Programming) course. The university is also home to The Watt Club, which is the oldest graduate club in the UK, established in 1854.

Applicants must submit a personal statement, academic or employer reference, and optionally, a CV to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants need advanced Highers BBB, including Computer Science, along with Higher ABBB. 
• A-Levels at ABB, including Computer Science or Software Systems Development, or an International Baccalaureate score of 30 points, with Computer Science at Higher Level 6, are accepted.
• BTEC, HNC, and HND qualifications in relevant computing subjects are considered.

English Proficiency: 

• Applicants need a total score of 6.0 overall in IELTS (with no individual component below 5.5).
• Other English language proficiency tests, such as TOEFL and PTE, are also accepted.

The tuition fee for International Students studying the BSc Computer Systems (Games Programming) programme is £25,008.

Heriot-Watt University offers various scholarships to international students, including merit-based and region-specific awards. These scholarships provide partial to full tuition fee reductions, which are based on eligibility on academic merit and sometimes financial need. Some specific scholarships include, International Merit Scholarship with partial tuition fee reduction, Heriot-Watt Undergraduate Overseas Scholarships with a 25%-100% fee reduction based on eligibility, Regional Scholarships, India Diwali Scholarship Award, Generous Merit Scholarship, Quest Undergraduate Scholarship, and Sports Scholarships (for high-performing athletes).

Graduates of the BSc Computer Systems (Games Programming) programme can pursue careers in:

• Games Programmer
• Software Developer
• Systems Analyst
• IT Consultant
• Web Developer

International Students have the option to apply through UCAS or directly through the university's online application form. If you need further assistance with your application, please reach out to our trained counsellors.