Computer Science and Diploma in Industrial Training

Heriot-Watt University

Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 5 Years Computer science

Computer 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

A-Level Grades BBC - ABB
Scottish Higher ABBB
Scottish Advanced Higher BBB
BTEC DDM

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

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Edinburgh
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Computer science
Avg. Graduate Salary
£30,000