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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Lanarkshire Campus
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Study mode
Sandwich / Placement
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Start date
08-SEP-25
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Duration
4 Years
Course summary
OVERVIEWOpen up a world of opportunities in the computing sector with UWS鈥檚 BSc (Hons) Computing Science programme. You鈥檒l develop a comprehensive understanding of this industry thanks to the topics covered on this programme, which include:鈥� Software development processes and technologies鈥� Programming鈥� Software modelling tools鈥� Object-oriented analysis鈥� Web service development鈥� DatabasesCareers 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鈥� Guest lectures from industry professionals will give you first-hand insight into the world of computing science.鈥� 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.鈥� 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.鈥� There鈥檚 an option to undertake industrial placements to enhance your computing skills and increase your practical experience.Subject to re-accreditation approvalPROGRAMME 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鈥檚 fastest-changing field of employment.CAREERSBSc (Hons) Computing Science graduates have secured excellent careers within the computing industry, including:鈥� Software Developer鈥� Software Engineer Analyst鈥� Web Developer鈥� Database Administrator鈥� Database Designer鈥� Systems Analyst鈥� Database Design
Application deadline
29 January
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