Heriot-Watt University

BSc (Hons) Computer Science

Heriot-Watt UniversityDubai, United Kingdom

Course overview

Our four year BSc Computer Science Honours degree is oriented to constructing robust and useable systems. We aim to teach people not just how to deploy cutting edge tools and techniques, but how to build the next generation of software tools that other system constructors will use. This programme aims to give a well integrated balance of theoretical underpinnings and practical experience, strongly informed by the research expertise of our academic staff.

Key highlights

  • Focuses on constructing robust and usable software systems
  • Teaches how to build next-generation tools for other developers
  • Covers deployment of cutting-edge tools and techniques
  • Balances theoretical foundations with practical hands-on experience
  • Teaching strongly informed by academic staff research expertise

Entry requirements

  • A-level: CCC — or AABB at AS-Level; , Including mandatory subject Math
  • International Baccalaureate: 24 — 3 HL, Including
  • BTEC: MMM — to include Including mandatory subject Math
  • Scottish Highers: BBBB — Minimum
  • A-level: BBC — to include including mandatory subjects Math and Computer Science; year 2 entry
  • International Baccalaureate: 27 — year 2 entry; 3 HL, including
  • BTEC: DDD — to include including mandatory subjects Mat; year 2 entry

Scholarships

  • Heriot-Watt Sports Scholarships

    Please contact the provider.

  • Heriot-Watt University Expenses Bursary

    We are offering up to £525 from the access to learning funding to students to help cover costs. This could be to purchase a laptop, pay for WiFi access or travel expenses.

    Up to £525

  • International Merit Scholarship

    Award value: Varies by region

Careers this course leads to

  • Software engineer
  • Software developer
  • Systems developer
  • Tools and platform engineer
  • Systems analyst

Cost of study

International: AED 82,264

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Heriot-Watt University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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