University of Dundee

BSc Computer Science User Experience and Design

University of Dundee

Course overview

This Undergraduate Bachelor of Science (Honours) programme in Computer Science (User Experience and Design) focuses on creating meaningful, intuitive, and engaging digital experiences for users. You will study key areas like user research, information architecture, visual design, and interaction design, combining core computing principles with specialist design expertise.

The degree prepares you for a technology career where understanding human behaviour is as important as technical skill. The learning approach is highly practical, featuring hands-on work on projects that reflect real-world professional challenges. Assessment methods include a mixture of coursework, practical assignments, and examinations.

Entry requirements

Candidates need to submit a personal statement and a relevant academic and/or employer reference. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • For standard entry into the first year of the four-year programme, applicants typically need A-level grades of CCC to CCD, which must include Mathematics at a minimum of grade C.
  • Equivalent qualifications like the International Baccalaureate Diploma may be considered with approximately 30 points overall. The university also offers a wider access route with slightly lower grade requirements for eligible candidates.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds must achieve an IELTS Academic overall score of 6.0, with a minimum of 6.0 in Writing and 5.5 in all other components (Listening, Reading, and Speaking).
  • Equivalent scores from other recognised English language tests, such as Pearson PTE, are also accepted.

Scholarships

  • Alumni and Family Scholarship

    Value: £1,500 - £3,000

    Up to £1,500

  • Alumni Scholarship

    Value: £1,500 - £3,000

    Up to £1,500

  • Dow Memorial Trust Scholarship - Dentistry

    Value - £2,000 - £2,500 per year.

    Up to £2,000

  • Dow Memorial Trust Scholarship - Medicine

    Value: £2,000 - £2,500 per year.

    Up to £2,000

  • GEMS Scholarship

    Value - £6,000 per year of study

    Up to £6,000

  • Global Excellence Scholarship Undergraduate

    Value: £7,500 per year of study.

    Up to £7,500

  • Vice Chancellor's East Asia Undergraduate Scholarship

    Value - £4,000

    Up to £4,000

Career opportunities

Graduates from this course work as:

  • User Experience Designer
  • Interaction Designer
  • Service Designer
  • User Researcher
  • Content Designer
  • Software Developer

Cost of study

The tuition fee for International students taking the BSc Computer Science (User Experience and Design) at the University of Dundee is £25,750 per year of study. The tuition fee is subject to change.

Admission

International students can apply for the University of Dundee BSc Computer Science (User Experience and Design) course through the direct application system or UCAS. Our experienced advisors are available to assist you.

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