BSc Computer Science and Diploma in Industrial Training

The BSc Computer Science with Diploma in Industrial Training at Heriot-Watt University is a 5-year course designed to give you the knowledge and skills to understand, design, and implement computer software and systems. This course covers core computer science concepts and equips you with strong practical skills.

You will undergo a 12-month placement programme, which gives you the necessary work experience to succeed in the field. By graduation, you will have designed and built computer systems, as well as gained real-world experience.

Established in 1821, Heriot-Watt University is located in Edinburgh, Scotland. It provides undergraduate, graduate, and research-level accredited courses in fields such as Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Architecture, and Design.

Currently, Heriot-Watt has more than 30,000 students. Additionally, students have access to fully-equipped campuses with state-of-the-art labs, libraries, and learning areas. The university offers excellent career services, opportunities for international exchange, hands-on learning, and a multicultural setting to support international students.

Here are the minimum entry requirements to study the BSc Computer Science and Diploma in Industrial Training at Heriot-Watt University:

Grade Requirements

• You should have BCC in A-Levels (or equivalent qualifications), which must include Maths at B. As an international applicant, you may submit an International Baccalaureate Diploma with 28 points ( With Maths at Higher Level 5.)

English Proficiency 

• Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

The tuition fee (2025/2026 session) to study BSc Computer Science and Diploma in Industrial Training at Heriot-Watt University is £25,008.

Heriot-Watt University provides its students with a number of funding options, such as student loans, scholarships, and bursaries. For instance, international applicants can receive a tuition discount for their first year of study through the International Merit Scholarship.

Here are some of the career options you have with a BSc in Computer Science and a Diploma in Industrial Training at Heriot-Watt University:

• Software Developer
• Systems Analyst
• IT Project Manager
• Cybersecurity Analyst
• Data Analyst
• Network Engineer

To find out more about the application process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.