Computing Science
University of the West of ScotlandComputing Science BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of the West of Scotland, based in Hamilton, taught sandwich over 4 years. Typical A-level entry is CCD.
A-Level Entry
CCD
Typical offer · UCAS
UCAS Points
90 points
Typical offer · UCAS
About this course
OVERVIEW
Open up a world of opportunities in the computing sector with UWS’s BSc (Hons) Computing Science programme. You’ll develop a comprehensive understanding of this industry thanks to the topics
covered on this programme, which include:
• Software development processes and technologies
• Programming
• Software modelling tools
• Object-oriented analysis
• Web service development
• Databases
Careers available in this dynamic industry include software developer or software engineer, web developer, systems analyst, database administrator, database
designer, IT consultancy and technology sales.
PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS
• Guest lectures from industry professionals will give you first-hand insight into the world of computing science.
• This programme (Paisley & Lanarkshire deliveries only) is accredited by the British Computer Society as fully meeting the academic requirements for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.*
• This programme (Paisley & Lanarkshire deliveries only) is recognised by the Engineering Council as fully meeting the academic requirements for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partially for registration as a Chartered Engineer.* Part-time students must complete their studies within 6 years to gain BCS recognition.
• There’s an option to undertake industrial placements to enhance your computing skills and increase your practical experience.
*Subject to re-accreditation approval
PROGRAMME DETAILS
The degree is designed to produce graduates that understand how to be creative and dynamic software developers. It is practical in nature, yet underpinned by an understanding of a wide range of theories, tools and technologies, allowing the graduate to be flexible in the world’s fastest-changing field of employment.
CAREERS
BSc (Hons) Computing Science graduates have secured excellent careers within the computing industry, including:
• Software Developer
• Software Engineer Analyst
• Web Developer
• Database Administrator
• Database Designer
• Systems Analyst
• Database Design
Entry Requirements
Study Options
This course is available in 2 study options:
Duration: 4 Years
Qualification: BSc (Hons)
Location: Hamilton
Duration: 4 Years
Qualification: BSc (Hons)
Location: Paisley
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
- Study Mode
- Sandwich
- Duration
- 4 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Hamilton
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Computer science
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ