Computing Science and Physics

University of Aberdeen
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Computer sciencePhysics and astronomy

A-Level Entry

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About this course

This degree brings together two very closely linked subjects and offers a tremendous degree programme to those with a strong interest in both.

We are ranked 6th in the UK for Physics - The Guardian University Guide 2024.

This programme follows a number of the core Computing Science courses undertaken as part of the straight BSc Computing Science degree and introduces key Physics components throughout all four years, in the form of a range of core and optional Physics courses. These include: Calculus, Optics and Electronics, Relativity and Quantum Mechanics, The Solid State, Nuclear and Semiconductor Physics and Modelling Theory. The final year project is a joint computing and physics project.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades BBC
Scottish Higher BBBB
Scottish Advanced Higher ABB
BTEC DDM

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
2124 Electronics engineers
2134 Programmers and software development professionals
2139 Information technology professionals
2129 Engineering professionals
2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers

Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Aberdeen
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Computer science, Physics and astronomy