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Email:admissions@rgu.ac.uk
Phone:01224 262728
Robert Gordon University
Garthdee House
Garthdee Road
Aberdeen
AB10 7QB
Computer Science
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
- 5 Years
- Full-Time
- 7 September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Main Site - Aberdeen
- Awarded by:
- Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen
Course summary
Our Computer Science degree provides you with a balance of knowledge and skills to design and implement software systems to the high professional standards demanded by industry.
You will study object-oriented software design, learn systems development skills and how to apply them in practice. This will form the basis for a career as a professional software developer who can work effectively across a wide range of computing platforms.
The programme aims to provide you with a balance of knowledge and skills to design and implement software, as well as hardware systems to a professional standard. Our Computer Science degree is specifically designed to create modern software developers who can draw on their knowledge and skills to create solutions to real world problems. Students will learn to develop software across desktop, mobile, web and embedded systems and gain skills in a variety of modern programming languages. Learn to adapt to the changes and challenges that working with cutting edge technology brings, as well as design and test secure software systems, all in our custom built teaching labs. The computing industry needs confident, creative graduates with a wide, adaptable skillset, and that’s what this degree provides.
Modules
Assessment method
Throughout this course, students studying Computer Science will have a choice of elective modules in each Semester (except Semester 2 in Honours Year). This will provide students with the opportunity to study modules from the other specialist courses within the school, creating a unique pathway through the course, reinforcing skills and allowing students a chance to diversify their experience, gaining an appreciation of the wider context within which the related subjects of computing operate.
The degree has been specifically designed to create modern Software Developers who draw on their knowledge and skills to create solutions to real-world problems. As well as day-to-day use of the latest computer hardware and software, extensive use of technology-assisted learning is experienced within the course. These include using computer-assisted assessment packages to engage your interest and increase the speed of feedback.
Lectures and practical sessions with class sizes of around 40 are used. Also featured are two to three hour integrated teaching sessions where you will have short periods of instruction followed by lab exercises to contextualise the topic.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- BCS - The Chartered Institute for IT
- Engineering Council
How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
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:
- G400
- Institution code:
- R36
- Campus name:
- Main Site - Aberdeen
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A levelCCC
To include English and Maths at GCSE grade 5/C or above if not held at A Level.
T LevelM
Preferably to be held in a Computing or a related discipline.
HNC (BTEC)P
Relevant HNC may be considered for entry.
HND (BTEC)P
Relevant HND may be considered for entry.
UCAS TariffNot accepted
Scottish HNCPass
Relevant HNC may be considered for entry.
Scottish HNDPass
Relevant HND may be considered for entry.
Scottish HigherBBCC
To include English and Maths at National 5 grade C or above if not held at Higher. Applicants who have successfully completed two Advanced Highers (or equivalent), including Computing and another numerate subject, may be eligible for entry to year 2.
Access to HE DiplomaMerit: 45 Pass: 15
Pass 60 credits to include 45 at Level 3 at grade Merit in a Computing discipline.
Scottish Advanced HigherBB
Accepted for entry to year 2 - must include Computing and another numerate subject.
International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammeOffer: 26
To include a pass in Standard Level English and Maths at grade 4 or above if not held at Higher Level.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DMM
Must be held in a relevant subject.
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)Pass
May be accepted in combination with SQA Highers
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H3H3H3H3
To include English and Maths at grade O3 if not held at Higher Level.
Entry requirements for students joining after Year 1: Applicants who are interested in applying for advanced entry will be considered on an individual basis.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Typical qualification requirements
Scottish Higher CCCC
To include English and Maths at National 5 grade C or above if not held at Higher. Applicants who have successfully completed two Advanced Highers (or equivalent), including Computing and another numerate subject, may be eligible for entry to year 2.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | Applicants whose first language is not English should have an IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no component lower than 5.5, or an equivalent. |
We accept a variety of in-country and secure English language tests. Find out more at the URL providedhttps://www.rgu.ac.uk/english
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.
RGU is fully committed to widening participation to extend access to learning and enable talented individuals from under-represented groups, particularly those from deprived areas, to achieve their ambitions through higher education, whatever their circumstances.
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course 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
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1820* | |
| England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland | £9535* | |
| EU & International | £18940* |
* 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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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