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BSc Digital Development
BSc · 3 Years · Full-time · 08/09/2025 · UndergraduateNew College Lanarkshire
Course summary
Overview
This cutting-edge degree programme is designed to provide you both with a solid foundation in theory, tools, and concepts as well as to acquaint you with the newest processes required for the ever-changing IT sector. With the ability to specialise in two disciplines, namely, Software Development and Web Design, our programme ensures that you stay at the forefront of innovation, equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in industry.
Course Information
• With a strong focus on industry, this programme will help you build a portfolio to showcase to employers.
• The programme has strong links with industry, including major companies like IBM, Leidos, Arnold Clark, and Edge Testing.
• Guest talks from industry professionals will provide you with an insight to working in software, web and mobile environments.
• Regular career events are organised throughout the programme to provide network-building opportunities.
• The BSc Digital Development course has modules accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS).
Course Highlights
Bringing together core modules covering key concepts for the contemporary digital world, this degree programme ensures that you will be well equipped with the skills and knowledge to confidently thrive in industry. Moreover, you will have the opportunity to follow your passion within computing science by specialising in one of two disciplines: software development or web design.
Software Development:
Unleash your coding prowess and dive deep into the world of software development. Our programme develops your expertise and skill to help you design, build, and maintain trustworthy software applications. From fundamental programming languages to advanced software engineering principles, you'll gain hands-on experience in creating scalable and efficient solutions.
Web Design:
Craft captivating and user-centric digital experiences with our Web Design specialism. Develop a keen eye for aesthetics and a solid understanding of user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design principles. From concept to execution, learn to create visually stunning and functional websites.
Careers
As well as establishing their own leadership in the software and mobile app industry, graduates from UWS/NCL BSc Digital Development programme have gone on to gain employment in industry-leading companies, including IBM, Leidos, Arnold Clark, and Edge Testing.
Modules
Year 3
The emphasis is on advanced techniques in software and mobile app development as well as internet scripting. You will also explore the key techniques of machine learning and develop your skills in project management and professional practices.
Assessment method
The BSc Digital Development course is predominately project-based with an emphasis on problem-solving, project management, and innovative skills. Though many assignments are individual, project work is designed to prepare you for the world of work, particularly in software development and web design environment.
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:
- 0613
- Institution code:
- U40
- Campus name:
- New College Lanarkshire
- Campus Code:
- C
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted
Access to HE Diploma - Not accepted
Scottish Higher - Not accepted
Scottish HND - Pass
Year 3 entry with an HND in one of the following subjects: Software Development; Digital Design; Web Development
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/
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Fees and funding
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