Department of Computer Science
Degree courses
3D Animation and Visualisation with pathways for Games and VFX
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
4 Years | Sep 26 | Glasgow | 3DAV |
Study 3D Animation and Visualisation with options in Games and VFX. Build skills in modelling, animation and VFX using industry tools, live projects and studio facilities, preparing you for careers in games, film and digital content.
3D Design for Virtual Environments
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full time |
1 year | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
Progress to a career in 3D design, virtual environments, architectural visualisation, computer games or visual effects. Develop advanced, postgraduate-level expertise in 3D modelling, lighting, rendering, animation and video production.
Advanced Computer Science
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full time |
1 year | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
Advance your skills in AI, data technology, and research, ready for a future-focused career in the growing tech economy.
View 7 other study options
| Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Full time | 1 year | Sep 26 | London |
| Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Part time | 2 years | Sep 26 | London |
| Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Part time | 2 years | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
| Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Full time | 16 months | Jan 27 | Glasgow |
| Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Full time | 16 months | Jan 27 | London |
| Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Part time | 2 years | Jan 27 | London |
| Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Part time | 2 years | Jan 27 | Glasgow |
AI and Data Science
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
2 - 4 Years | Sep 26 | Glasgow | G510 |
Learn how to manage, explore, analyse, understand and visualise data and develop the skills required for a career finding solutions to key societal and environmental challenges.
Applied Data Science in Engineering
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full time |
1 year | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
Embark on a career in a rapidly growing field and become a data scientist with an engineering background equipped with a skill set that's valued in a range of industry sectors.
View 3 other study options
| Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Distance learning | 2 - 5 Years | Sep 26 | Distance learning |
| Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Full time | 16 Months | Jan 27 | Glasgow |
| Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Distance learning | 2 - 5 Years | Jan 27 | Distance learning |
Big Data Technologies
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full time |
1 year | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
Take existing skills in computing or computer engineering and apply them to postgraduate-level study in data engineering, data-science/analytics and Artificial Intelligence. Progress as a data analyst, systems architect or IT/data engineer.
Computer Science
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full time |
1 year | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
Progress your skills and knowledge in computer sciences. Study at a master’s level to specialise in cloud computing, analytics, information security, programming, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML).
Computer Science
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full time |
1 year | Sep 26 | London |
Advance your training in Computer Science and Analytics technologies, focusing on cloud computing, information security, programming, and AI. Progress as a software developer, systems analyst or cloud architect.
Computing
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
4 Years | Sep 26 | Glasgow | G401 |
Want a modern computing degree that lets you explore your options and shape your career path? This course is for you.
Computing Pathways
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
4 Years | Sep 26 | Multiple Locations | G501 |
Begin this degree at college and achieve an HND in two years. Go on to study Computing for two years at GCU and qualify with an honours degree that equips you with the knowledge, understanding and skills required of a modern IT professional.
Meet the department
Our teaching and support staff are here to help.
For Course and programme enquiries: T: +44 (0)141 331 8630 / E: studentenquiries@gcu.ac.uk
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Fred Birse
Lecturer
Department of Computer Science
+44 (0)141 331 3974 F.Birse@gcu.ac.uk -
Philip Orme
Lecturer
Department of Computer Science
+44 (0)141 331 3707 P.Orme@gcu.ac.uk -
Mario Soflano
Lecturer
Department of Computer Science
mario.soflano@gcu.ac.uk -
Simon Haslett
Senior Lecturer
Department of Computer Science
+44 141 331 3332 simon.haslett@gcu.ac.uk -
Helen Buchanan
Lecturer
Department of Computer Science
+44 (0)141 331 3776 Helen.Buchanan@gcu.ac.uk -
David McArthur
Lecturer
Department of Computer Science
+44 (0)141 273 1059 D.McArthur@gcu.ac.uk -
Bryan Young
Senior Lecturer
Department of Computer Science
+44 141 331 3887 bryan.young@gcu.ac.uk -
Salaheddin Hosseinzadeh
Senior Lecturer
Department of Computer Science
+44 (0)141 331 8160 Salaheddin.Hosseinzadeh@gcu.ac.uk -
Yan Zhang
Senior Lecturer
Department of Computer Science
+44 141 331 3660 yan.zhang@gcu.ac.uk -
Mary Maclachlan
Associate Dean - Learning, Teaching and Quality
Department of Computer Science
+44 (0)141 331 3078 Mary.Maclachlan@gcu.ac.uk -
Huaglory Tianfield
Professor
Department of Computer Science
+44 141 331 8025 H.Tianfield@gcu.ac.uk -
Ben Ivory
Lecturer
Department of Computer Science
+44 141 331 3067 ben.ivory@gcu.ac.uk -
Mario Mata
Lecturer
Department of Computer Science
+44 (0)141 331 8764 Mario.Mata@gcu.ac.uk -
Peter Barrie
Senior Lecturer
Department of Computer Science
+44 (0)141 331 3025 Peter.Barrie@gcu.ac.uk -
Ayyaz Qureshi
Lecturer
Department of Computer Science
+44 (0)141 331 1494 Ayyaz.Qureshi@gcu.ac.uk -
Kenneth Ovens
Lecturer
Department of Computer Science
+44 (0)141 273 1572 Kenneth.Ovens@gcu.ac.uk -
Sanaullah Manzoor
Lecturer
Department of Computer Science
sanaullah.manzoor@gcu.ac.uk -
Hadi Larijani
Professor and Director of Smart Technology Centre
Department of Computer Science
+44 (0)141 331 3190 H.Larijani@gcu.ac.uk -
Winfred Ingabire
Lecturer
Department of Computer Science
+44 (0)141 331 8776 Winfred.Ingabire@gcu.ac.uk -
Anand Philip
Head of Department
Department of Computer Science
+44 (0)141 331 8342 Anand.Philip@gcu.ac.uk -
Imene Mitiche
Lecturer
Department of Computer Science
imene.mitiche@gcu.ac.uk -
Sha Liang
Lecturer
Department of Computer Science
sha.liang@gcu.ac.uk -
Hamid Homatash
Deputy Head of Department
Department of Computer Science
+44 (0)141 273 1392 Hamid.Homatash@gcu.ac.uk -
Sajid Nazir
Lecturer
Department of Computer Science
+44 1(0)41 273 1325 sajid.nazir@gcu.ac.uk -
Dimitrios Liarokapis
Senior Lecturer
Department of Computer Science
+44 141 331 8959 Dimitrios.Liarokapis@gcu.ac.uk -
Muhammad Ayub Ansari
Lecturer
Department of Computer Science
muhammadayub.ansari@gcu.ac.uk