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BSc Hons Computing Science

University of Stirling

Stirling, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 18,800
Country Rank#52
Duration36 Months
Score IELTS: 6 TOEFL: 78

Program Overview

Our modern world works because of computer scientists. It’s a world where the vast majority of global money exists only on computers and a computer can tell a fake smile from a real one. By 2020, an estimated 31 billion devices will be connected to the internet.

This course has a practical, problem solving approach. You’re taught how to design effective solutions to complex problems. Not only will this course give you the theory, but you’ll get lots of practical experience in how to design, build and analyse computer systems. You’ll also develop a firm understanding of how computers work as well as effective computer programming.

According to the 2020 ScotlandIS Scottish Technology Industry survey, about 100,000 people are working in digital technologies professions. This is a growth of 9% since 2016. The growth has been strongest in web design and development, IT business analysts, architects and systems designers, programmers and software development professionals. Our graduates are highly sought-after. We’ll help you build strong links within the industry and give you the opportunity to take part in a three-month summer placement or a one-year placement. You’ll also have the chance to experience diverse international teaching methods if you choose to study abroad.

Here at Stirling, you can enjoy access to a vibrant community with an active Computer Club that supports projects and activities for those interested in Computer Sciences, including the organisation of a Hackathon.

Course Content
Year 1, Semester 1

Compulsory module
- Introduction to Computing Science (CSCU9P1) 20 credits
- prior to 2021/2 CSCU9A1 was taken instead
Compulsory module
- Discrete Structures (MATU9S1) 20 credits
- prior to 2021/2 MATU9D1 was taken instead
Option module

Select 20 credits from list
- Accounting and Finance for Managers (ACCU7M1) 20 credits
- Our Blue Planet (AQUU1OP) 20 credits
- Introduction to Cell Biology (BIOU1CE) 20 credits
- Ecology: An Introduction (BIOU1IE) 20 credits
Year 1, Semester 2

Compulsory module
- Programming and User Interface Design (CSCU9P2) 20 credits
- prior to 2021/2 CSCU9A2 was taken instead
Option module

Select 40 credits from list
- Introduction to Management Accounting (ACCU9A2) 20 credits
- Our Thirsty Planet: Man and the Aquatic Environment (AQUU2TP) 20 credits
- Introduction to Physiology (BIOU2PH) 20 credits
- Making the Most of the World Wide Web (CSCU9F2) 20 credits
MATU9D2 and CSCU9F2 are strongly recommended

Year 2, Semester 1

Compulsory module
- Data Structures, Objects and Algorithms (CSCU9A3) 20 credits
Compulsory module
- Database Principles and Applications (CSCU9B3) 20 credits
Option module

Select 20 credits from list
- Accounting and Finance for Managers (ACCU7M1) 20 credits
- Our Blue Planet (AQUU1OP) 20 credits
- Introduction to Aquatic Environments (AQUU3AE) 20 credits
- Introduction to Cell Biology (BIOU1CE) 20 credits
Option module
- Select 0 to 1 module from Professional Development for Computer Scientists list
- Professional Development for Computer Scientists (CSCU9CP) 0 credits
- CSCU9CP Professional Development for Computer Scientists is optional and may be taken either in year 2 or in year 3, and should be selected by students wishing to undertake the work experience placement. Prior to 2021/2 CSCU9PD was taken instead.
Year 2, Semester 2

Compulsory module
- Systems (CSCU9V4) 20 credits
Compulsory module
- Managing Information (CSCU9T4) 20 credits
Option module

Select 20 credits from list
- Introduction to Management Accounting (ACCU9A2) 20 credits
- External Reporting (ACCU9A4) 20 credits
- Our Thirsty Planet: Man and the Aquatic Environment (AQUU2TP) 20 credits
- Science of Diving (AQUU4DS) 20 credits
CSCU9Y4 strongly recommended

Year 3, Semester 1

Option module

Select 60 credits from Year 3 Computing options list
- Code Analysis and Performance (CSCU9A5) 20 credits
- Distributed Data Science Systems (CSCU9DC) 20 credits
- Software Engineering I (CSCU9E5) 20 credits
- Operating Systems Concurrency and Distribution (CSCU9V5) 20 credits
Option module

Select 0 to 1 module from Professional Development for Computer Scientists list
- Professional Development for Computer Scientists (CSCU9CP) 0 credits
- CSCU9CP Professional Development for Computer Scientists is optional and may be taken either in year 2 or in year 3, and should be selected by students wishing to undertake the work experience placement. Prior to 2021/2 CSCU9PD was taken instead.
Year 3, Semester 2

Option module

Select 60 credits from Year 3 Computing options list
- Computer Games Development (CSCU9N6) 20 credits
- Software Engineering II (CSCU9P6) 20 credits
- Information Systems (CSCU9T6) 20 credits
Option module

Select 0 to 10 credits from Computing Science Industrial Summer Placement list
- Computing Science Industrial Summer Placement (CSCU9SP) 10 credits
Year 4, Semester 1

Dissertation
- Computing Science Project (CSCU9Z7) 60 credits
- Continued in semester 8.
Compulsory module
- Computer Security & Networks (CSCU9Y7) 20 credits
- students in year 4 in 2019/0 will take an option instead
Option module

Select 20 credits from Level 10 modules in Computing Science list
- Artificial Intelligence (CSCU9YE) 10 credits
- Mobile App Development (CSCU9YH) 10 credits
Year 4, Semester 2

Option module

Select 20 credits from Level 10 modules in Computing Science list
- NoSQL Databases (CSCU9YQ) 10 credits
- Web Services (CSCU9YW) 10 credits
Entry Requirement
Year 1 entry – Four-year honours

SQA Highers
- AABB - by the end of S5
- AABBB - by the end of S6
GCE A-levels
- BBB
IB Diploma
- 30 points
BTEC (Level 3)
- DDM
Widening access students
- Widening access students may be eligible for an adjusted offer of entry. To find out if this applies to you go to our widening access pages.
- Care-experienced applicants will be guaranteed an offer of a place if they meet the minimum entry requirements.
Year 2 entry – Three-year honours

SQA Advanced Highers
- ABB – one sitting
GCE A-levels
- ABB
IB Diploma
- 35 points
Essential subjects
- Subjects to include Computing and relevant experience of Java or other programming languages.
Direct Entry to 1st Year:

Year 12 Grade – cumulative score of 65% and above from the following state boards:
- CBSE
- ISC/ICSE
- Metro state boards (Delhi, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal)
- Students from other state boards will require Year 12 Grade – cumulative score of 75%.
  
  Advanced Entry to 2nd Year:
  
  Year 12 Grade – cumulative score of 75% and above from the following state boards:
- CBSE
- ISC/ICSE
- Advanced entry is possible on a range of courses. Student applications will be considered on a case by case basis.Please note that advanced entry options for students who have scored 35 in the International Baccalaureate or GCE A-Levels ABB in one sitting will also be considered on a case by case basis.
  
  Students who score 70% in English in Year 12 from the following exam boards won't be required to submit IELTS, if studied within the last 5 years of our course start date:
- CBSE
- ISC/ICSE
- Metro state boards (Delhi, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal)
- Students from other state boards will either need 80% in English if studied within 5 years of the course start date, or a UKVI SELT, IELTS Academic or PTE Academic, depending on the state board, taken within 2 years of our course start date.
  
  English language requirements
  
  If English is not your first language you must have one of the following qualifications as evidence of your English language skills:
- IELTS Academic or UKVI 6.0 with 5.5 in each skill
- Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE) 169 overall with a minimum of 162 in each sub-skill
- Cambridge C2 Proficiency (CPE) 180 overall with a minimum of 162 in each sub-skill
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) 60 overall with a minimum of 59 in each sub-skill
- IBT TOEFL 78 overall with a minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing
- IBT TOEFL Special Home Edition 78 overall with a minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing
- Trinity ISE II Pass overall and Pass in each sub-skill, ISE III Pass overall and in all sub-skills, ISE IV Pass overall and in all sub-skills
- Aptis (4 skills) CEFR B2 overall and B2 in all sub-skills
- Duolingo 95 overall with a minimum of 90 in all sub-skills
- LanguageCert International ESOL B2 Communicator - Pass with minimum 33 in each sub-skill
- Metro state boards (Delhi, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal)
Fees & Scholarships

Academic year:

2022/23

2023/24

Overseas students (non-EU)

£18,800

£20,300

Overseas students (non-EU)

You will be charged the annual fee each year when you enrol. Your fees will be held at the same level throughout your course.If you need to take additional modules or resit modules, you will be liable for an additional fee.

If you’re domiciled in the UK, you can typically apply to your relevant funding body for help with living costs. This usually takes the form of student loans, grants or bursaries, and the amount awarded depends upon your personal circumstances and household income.

EU and overseas students won’t normally be able to claim living support through SAAS or other UK public funding bodies. You should contact the relevant authority in your country to find out if you’re eligible to receive support.
Career Prospect
From software development to data analysis, our computer science graduates have a range of opportunities open to them. According to the 2020 ScotlandIS Scottish Technology Industry survey, about 100,000 people are working in digital technologies professions. This is a growth of 9% since 2016. The growth has been strongest in web design and development, IT business analysts, architects and systems designers, programmers and software development professionals.

Jobs directly related to your degree include:
- Information systems manager
- Data analyst
- IT consultant
- Multimedia programmer
- SEO specialist
- Systems analyst
- Systems developer
- UX analyst
- Web designer
- Web developer
- Application analyst
- Business analyst
- Database administrator
- Games developer
This degree will place you at the forefront of computing in a web-based world. Our industry placements will ease your transition into the job market.

Our graduates are highly sought-after and well-equipped to enter either the software industry itself or one of the many fields in which computer systems are extensively used and developed. Our recent graduates have been successful in obtaining employment with the likes of JP Morgan, Accenture, British Telecom, Google, HSBC, Verint, Microsoft and Scottish Power.

This course provides a perfect foundation for progressing to our postgraduate qualifications.

Cost Of Studying At University of Stirling

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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