BSc (Hons) Computing Bachelor's degree at UHI
BSc (Hons) Computing at UHI has been running since 2011 and is a nationally recognised UK degree. You'll study specialisations such as Software Engineering, Data Science, AI & Machine Learning, Cyber Security, Web & Mobile, Cloud & DevOps, Games and HCI.
About this course
BSc (Hons) Computing is a Bachelor's degree (BSc (Hons)) at UHI, based in UHI Argyll,UHI Inverness,UHI Moray,UHI North West Hebrides,UHI Orkney,UHI Perth,UHI Shetland. It is studied part-time; duration varies by route.
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Computer Science, see the sections below.
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
Year 3 10 modules
- Advanced databasesCore
- Designing web-based applicationsCore
- Team project (computing and interactive media)Core
- Work placement industry-specific skills (computing and interactive media)Core
- Cyber securityOptional
- Server technologiesOptional
- Network and information securityOptional
- Artificial intelligenceOptional
- Software constructionOptional
- Mobile applications developmentOptional
Year 4 6 modules
- Advanced topicsCore
- The science of computingCore
- Data analytics on the webCore
- Cyber operationsCore
- Web programmingCore
- Cloud ComputingCore
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
You'll study computing from foundations through to applied practice. A course like this typically moves from programming fundamentals and computer systems in Year 1, covering imperative and object-oriented programming, hardware and operating systems, and discrete mathematics, into algorithms, data structures and software engineering in Year 2. You'll usually encounter artificial intelligence and machine learning in the middle stages, then progress to specialist options and a final individual project in Year 3. Specialist areas you may choose from include artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data science, software engineering, systems and networks, and human-computer interaction. The progression builds towards designing and evaluating substantial software solutions in teams and independently.
Who it's for
This course suits those seeking a computing qualification whilst maintaining flexibility through part-time study. It's designed for learners across the Highlands and Islands region, with delivery at multiple campuses to support accessibility. Whether you're starting a career in technology or developing existing skills, the range of specialisations means you can tailor your learning to areas that interest you, from software development to data science, cybersecurity or games programming.
Careers & job market
Across Computer Science courses nationally, 85% of graduates are in work or further study within 15 months of graduating. Of those working, 75% are in highly skilled roles or undertaking further study. National earnings data shows computing graduates starting at £25,000–£35,000, rising to £29,750–£42,000 after five years. These figures reflect the broader graduate labour market rather than outcomes specific to this institution. Check the university's funding pages for bursaries and scholarships.
University & format
This BSc (Hons) Computing degree is offered by the University of the Highlands and Islands, a UK degree-awarding body, across multiple locations including Argyll, Inverness, Moray, North West Hebrides, Orkney, Perth and Shetland. The course is taught part-time in English and leads to a nationally recognised Bachelor's degree.
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
Part-time application dates vary by provider. UCAS dates
Work placement. Availability, selection and pay can vary.
Opened 2 July 2026; last choice 19 October 2026. Check vacancies now. A cached page never claims a place is still available.
Entry & how to get in
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Entry is set by the university and based on your offer. Use your predicted grades to see how you compare, then check the university's stated requirements.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course. One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by Apply directly to the provider
Part-time application dates vary by provider. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
Fees & funding
UHI publishes tuition by domicile, award level, study mode and delivery. Use the individual course page for the exact year-by-year fee.
Published UHI fee framework
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Careers & earnings
What Computer Science graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
- 1Graduate / Junior DeveloperFirst engineering role · 0–2 yrs
- 2Software EngineerShipping features end-to-end · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / Lead EngineerOwning systems and mentoring · 5–9 yrs
- 4Principal / Engineering ManagerArchitecture or leading teams · 9+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Computer Science nationally
National figures for Computer Science graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
Job market & outlook
How Computer Science graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
How AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Boilerplate and scaffolding code
- First-pass tests and docs
- Routine debugging and refactors
- Standard data wrangling
More human than ever
- System design and architecture trade-offs
- Reviewing and owning correctness & security
- Translating fuzzy problems into software
- Leading delivery and mentoring
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Computer Science graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- Tech companies
- Banks & fintech
- Consultancies
- Government (GDS) & startups
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Computer Science graduates.
Software Developer Placement Programme No experience neededIT Online LearningSoftware Developer - .NET & Azure for Green Energy ProjectsOfgemSoftware Developer Backend (SFIA5)ZaiziSoftware Developer (Mobile Apps) in Guildford - ECM Selection (Holdings) LimitedJava Script WorksSoftware Developer (Contract) – Higher Education Projects (UK)Burman RecruitmentSoftware Developer – Distributed Scheduling & Workload OrchestrationCGG Services (UK) LimitedWho studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
University of the Highlands and Islands
Computing across the UK
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
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