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Course summary
Embark on an exciting journey with this dynamic degree, where you'll gain a rock-solid foundation in computer science and learn how to seamlessly apply theory in real-world scenarios. Uncover the very essence of computer science: problem-solving. Through a carefully crafted curriculum, you'll master the art of problem-solving and cultivate robust software development skills, putting you on the path to becoming an in-demand professional ready for any workplace challenge. You’ll design, develop and analyse software and hardware, solving business related problems as you learn. With guest lectures and industry mentored projects, you’ll get plenty of real-world contact to help put your expertise into practice. This vocational course teaches you the deep critical thinking, maths and programming skills that you’ll use every day at work. Alongside this, you’ll gain the confidence and ability to communicate professionally with all kinds of audiences. Teamwork and good communication are a crucial part of this degree. You’ll define, plan, design, implement and document software development projects from start to finish - both individually and as part of a team. When you graduate you will be career-ready, and highly sought after to work in roles such as software developer or systems analyst.
Modules
Year 1 core modules:- Computer Hardware Architecture and Operating System; Development Practice; Programming with C++; Abertay 101 - Being Successful at Abertay; Software Design; Introduction to Security. Year 2 core modules:- Data Structures & Algorithms; Application Design; Secure Web Development; Designing for the User; plus a choice of Microcredential from a range of options.
Assessment method
You’ll spend between 9-12 hours per week on campus - in lectures, tutorials and computing lab-based practical activities. We use a blended learning approach where you work part of the time on campus and the rest online. Self-directed learning is essential, and in total you should expect to work 35-40 hours per week. Lectures are used to present the key concepts, theories and techniques throughout the course. Tutorials and lab-based activities increase your understanding of the subject and allow you to develop your competence and confidence in technological and theoretical work. During the course, you’ll participate in team-based activities, including a group project in year 3 where you’ll specify, plan and implement a software product. Throughout the degree, there’s a mixture of coursework, projects, class tests and open-book examinations.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- G401
- Institution code:
- A30
- Campus name:
- Abertay Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Standard Qualification Requirements
A level - CCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM
Scottish Higher - BBBB
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 28 points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H3
T Level - M
Maths at National 5 at grade C or equivalent required - National 5 Lifeskill Maths and Application of Maths NOT accepted in lieu of Maths.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.abertay.ac.uk/course-search/undergraduate/computer-science/
Minimum Qualification Requirements
A level - CCD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP
Scottish Higher - ABB
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 27 points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H3, H3
We may make an offer at the minimum entry grades if you meet the criteria.
Please click the following link to find out more about minimum qualification requirements for this course
https://www.abertay.ac.uk/course-search/undergraduate/computer-science/
English language requirements
We look for applicants to have achieved an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no individual test lower than 5.5. Some degrees have higher requirements - refer to the 'entry routes' tab of each degree for more detail.
List of English Language Requirements
https://www.abertay.ac.uk/studying/informationforinternationalstudents/english-requirements/
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Scotland | £1820 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £15000 | Year 1 |
| International | £15000 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
International/EU fees are £15,500 for the following courses:-
BA (Hons) Computer Arts
BSc (Hons) Computer Game Applications Development
BSc (Hons) Computer Games Technology
BSc (Hons) Computing
BSc (Hons) Computer Science
BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Cybersecurity
BSc (Hons) Ethical Hacking
BA (Hons) Game Design and Production
Provider information
Abertay University
Bell Street
Dundee
DD1 1HG
Course contact details
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