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Web and Mobile Development
BSc (Hons) · 4 Years · Full-time · 08/09/2025 · UndergraduatePaisley Campus
Course summary
OVERVIEW
UWS’s BSc (Hons) Web & Mobile Development will teach you the skills to make the most out of the internet’s capabilities.
Using the latest tools, techniques and scripting languages, you’ll develop expertise in systems design and analysis and learn how to develop responsive, interactive and secure web and mobile solutions. Developing technical and practical know-how will allow you to establish and manage secure web servers and create and maintain web material.
PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS
• This programme will equip you with the skills required to design, develop and maintain secure web services and mobile applications.
• The BSc (Hons) Web and Mobile Development programme has been designed in collaboration with leading companies to ensure you graduate with the skills that meet industry demand,
• Thanks to its strong industry links, this programme features regular guest lectures from experienced industry professionals, company visits and employer networking events.
• UWS’s BSc (Hons) Web and Mobile Development is recognised by the British Computer Society as fully meeting the educational requirements for Chartered IT Professional registration.*
- Subject to re-accreditation approval
PROGRAMME DETAILS
Work placement opportunities are available through the School of Computing, Engineering & Physical Sciences – enabling you to put the theory learned in the classroom into practice in real-world business environments.
CAREERS
This programme is held in high regard and graduates have gone on to secure roles, including:
• Mobile developer
• Web programmer
• Systems developer
Modules
Year 1
In Year 1, your focus will be significantly aimed towards web development. You'll learn essential markup languages like HTML5 for content creation and dive deep into CSS3 for webpage styling. Alongside design, navigation, and accessibility, you'll explore key web technologies that have shaped the internet, including an introduction to client-server architecture and search engine optimization.
Apart from web development, you'll also get a foundational understanding of computing systems, learning the hardware and software that make up a computer. You'll be introduced to basic programming, covering essential topics such as data structures and loops, which lays the groundwork for future technical courses. Additionally, you'll touch on networking fundamentals, opening a pathway toward CCNA certification.
Year 2
In Year 2, you'll delve into the fundamentals of data management, learning how to plan, define, and design databases with a focus on data integrity and security. You'll explore core programming concepts, including data abstraction and object-oriented principles like encapsulation and inheritance. You'll gain insights into the architecture and functionalities of operating systems, exploring key components like memory management and file systems.
Your studies will also introduce you to analytical thinking in the context of IT-based business systems, emphasizing requirements analysis and ethical considerations in system design. Moreover, you'll venture into mobile development, starting with basic programming principles, even if you haven't had prior experience in Java or C#. Year 2 equips you with essential skills in database management, programming, operating systems, and analytical thinking, providing a solid foundation for a career in web and mobile development.
Year 3
You will undertake studies in the use of HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript for client-side website development with ASP.NET and PHP on the server side. You will also configure and administer a number of secure servers for the deployment of web/mobile services.
You will meet employers that recruit current Web & Mobile Development students for part-time work and paid internships.
Year 4
You will extend your studies of client-server systems plus emerging web server technologies and undertake a major individual project. This project will meet the needs of employers interested in recruiting graduates of the Web & Mobile Development. You will present your project at the annual networking event - Digital Futures.
Assessment method
There is a practical emphasis on teaching and throughout the course, most assessment is based on practical assignments with relatively few formal examinations.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- British Computer Society
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
Apply by
29 January
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:
- G450
- Institution code:
- U40
- Campus name:
- Paisley Campus
- Campus Code:
- P
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
- Year 4
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
Year 2 Entry:
Scottish Advanced Highers: CCD including Computing or evidence of programming
T Level: Full T Level with Grade M (120 Tariff points) in relevant subject including Computing or evidence of programming
A Levels: BBC including Computing or evidence of programming
International Baccalaureate: 28 points
SQA HNC/BTEC Level 4 HNC: Computing; Multimedia; Information Systems; Internetworking or relevant discipline
BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM
Year 3 Entry:
SQA HND/BTEC Level 5 HND: Computing; Multimedia; Information Systems; Internetworking; Computing: Software Development; Computing: Technical Support; Web Development & Interactive Media; Web Development; Interactive Media; Digital Design & Development or relevant discipline
International applicants
ACADEMIC TECHNOOGY APPROVAL SCHEME (ATAS) CERTIFICATE:
You do not require an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate before you can be considered for an unconditional offer of study on this undergraduate BSc (Hons) degree course.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:
For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level. These are shown below.
Entry requirements
Standard Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 90 points
A level - CCD
For year 2 entry, BBC including Computing or evidence of programming
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM
Scottish Higher - BCCC
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) - DDM
For year 2 entry, including Computing or evidence of programme
Scottish Advanced Higher - CCD
For entry to Year 2, including Computing or evidence of programming
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points
For year 2 entry, 28 points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H4
Scottish HNC - Pass
Entry to Year 2 with a HNC in one of the following titles: Computing; Multimedia; Information Systems; Networking or relevant discipline
Scottish HND - Pass
Entry to Year 3 with a HND in one of the following titles: Computing; Multimedia; Information Systems; Internetworking; Computing: Software Development; Computing: Technical Support; Web Development & Interactive Media; Web Development; Interactive Media; Digital Design & Development or relevant discipline.
T Level - P
For Year 2 entry, Grade M required in relevant subject, or with evidence of programming.
Year 1 entry with SWAP (BBB) Access to STEM.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
UCAS Tariff - 63 points
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A level - CCD
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Scottish Higher - CCC
Alternative Minimum Entry Requirements: CC (42 UCAS Tariff points) PLUS successful completion of one of the following:
UWS Foundation Academy
Foundation Apprenticeship
UWS Next Steps to University module
Top-Up
LEAPS
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H4
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English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 minimum in each skill / component. |
| Cambridge English Advanced | 176 overall with no sub-test less than 169 | |
| Cambridge English Proficiency | 176 overall with no sub-test less than 169 | |
| Trinity ISE | Pass | ISEII with the minimum of a Pass in all sub-tests |
| PTE Academic | 54 | An overall score of 54 with no element below 51 |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 78 | no sub-test less than: Reading: 17; Listening: 17; Speaking: 17; Writing: 17 |
For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level. The reason for this is that it’s essential that you are able to read, speak and understand the English language to get the most out of your time at UWS.
All international applicants are required to meet minimum English language standards, with the exception of:
// Native speakers of English
// Erasmus students (unless advised otherwise)
// non-Erasmus students from EU partner institutions (your institution must provide confirmation of your English language ability in the absence of a formal qualification)
The qualifications above must have been gained within two years prior to the start of your course at UWS.
UWS's English language requirements https://www.uws.ac.uk/international/english-language-requirements/
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
Our Minimum Entry Requirements are applicable to those applicants who have not had an equal opportunity to demonstrate their academic ability at school or college and are known as ‘widening access’ applicants. We also sometimes refer to this type of applicant as receiving a ‘contextual’ offer. For more information, please visit our website using the link below.
Learn more on the University of the West of Scotland website
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1820* | Year 1 |
| England | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| EU | £15500* | Year 1 |
| International | £15500* | Year 1 |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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
TUITION FEE INFORMATION - SCOTTISH STUDENTS:
Eligible Scottish domiciled students can usually apply to have their tuition fees paid for them each year of their studies by the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS). If you're not sure about your eligibility, you should contact SAAS. You need to apply to SAAS each year of study to have your tuition fees paid directly to UWS.
TUITION FEE INFORMATION - UK, IRISH & GIBRALTARIAN STUDENTS:
Eligible students who are domiciled in England, Wales, or Northern Ireland as well as from the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man, Gibraltar or the Republic of Ireland will qualify for tuition fees of £9,250 per academic session of study to a maximum of three years if you are studying on a four year bachelor degree course (eg. BAcc (Hons) / BA (Hons) / BEng (Hons) / BSc (Hons)). So, if your degree is four years' duration, you will only be charged tuition fees for three years. Similarly, if you are studying a five year integrated master's degree course (eg. MEng (Hons)) the you will only be charged tuition fees for four years.
TUITION FEE INFORMATION - INTERNATIONAL (NON-EU) & EU STUDENTS:
These tuition fees apply to all non-EU, EEA, and all other EU students (excluding those from Republic of Ireland and Gibraltar, whose fee level is as per UK (non-Scottish) students - see section above for more details).
ADDITIONAL COSTS:
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In addition to tuition fees and living expenses, some courses involve extra costs such as consumable study materials, field trips, equipment and uniforms. You may also want to purchase some core texts and technology such as a new laptop etc. Some of these additional costs are optional, some, such as uniforms or safety equipment may be mandatory.
Check the course entry on our website for more more information.
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