University of the West of Scotland
Paisley Campus
High Street
Paisley
PA1 2BE
Course contact details
Applicant Enquiry Team
Email:ask@uws.ac.uk
Phone:0800 027 1000
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Course summary
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
How to apply
Application codes
- Course code:
- G404
- Institution code:
- U40
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.
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