Overview

Computer science supports the build, development and use of computer systems.

There is a growing need across the world for skilled, advanced computer science professionals. This course helps you develop the skills necessary to design and deploy sophisticated modern software systems in a range of application areas.

You’ll improve your practical software engineering skills and learn new theories of software development. This Advanced Computer Science with Software Engineering (January) program at University of Strathclyde gives you the necessary qualifications to get a skilled position in the computing industry.

Careers

There will be opportunities for you to meet industry employers and take part in recruitment events, in addition to taking advantage of a wealth of support offered by our award-winning careers service.

The university has a dedicated careers fair for computer science and information management students each year, with over 30 leading companies, including:

Amazon
JP Morgan
Morgan Stanley
British Telecom
Bridgeall
Kana
Skyscanner
ThinkAnalytics

As a graduate of the Advanced Computer Science with Software Engineering, you could be an analyst, architect or developer. There's a demand for advanced practitioners and researchers in the growing area of embedded systems development.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods
Distributed Information Systems
Mobile Software & Applications
Legal, Ethical and Professional Issues for the Information Society
Designing Usable Systems
Big Data Technologies
Project Management
Software Architecture & Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00

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More details

There are no formal closing date for postgraduate applications.

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Minimum second-class (2:2) Honours degree, or overseas equivalent, in computer science, software engineering, or a closely-related discipline
Significant software development skills, ideally in Java or another object-oriented language, are essential.
Passport – required for Overseas applicants for your Certificate of Acceptance for Studies (CAS), which would allow you to apply for a student visa if you are made an offer of study
Sponsor letter/Scholarship funding information (if applicable)
CV/Personal Statement/Portfolio as required for the programme you are applying for

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

30250 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

11900 GBP / year

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Additional Details

England, Wales & Northern Ireland: £10,800

Living costs

Glasgow

United Kingdom

620 - 1012 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

Glasgow

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