Computer Science and Diploma in Industrial Training
Heriot-Watt UniversityComputer Science and Diploma in Industrial Training BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at Heriot-Watt University, based in Edinburgh, taught full-time over 5 years. 73% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey, and graduates earn £30,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is BBC - ABB.
A-Level Entry
BBC - ABB
Typical offer · UCAS
Student Satisfaction
73.14%
NSS · Office for Students
Avg. Graduate Salary
£30,000
15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni
About this course
This programme combines the rigorous studies of the BSc (Hons) Computer Science with a year of work placement in level 4. Good performance means 12 months experience of working in an organisation in the computing sector. The Diploma in Industrial Training is gained through successful completion of the work placement. The work placement helps you to develop specific work-related skills, giving you the opportunity to apply and build upon the theory you’ve learned. 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.
Entry Requirements
Career Prospects
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 5 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Edinburgh
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Computer science
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £30,000
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ