Study Computing
Career-focused degrees
Students can expect high-quality, research-led teaching as well as hands-on experience of industry-standard hardware and software. This, combined with the application of data science skills, helps to prepare students for their future careers.
With Computing and Software Development degrees, a whole range of careers are available to our graduates. Our degrees are accredited by the British Computer Society.
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AI and Data Science
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
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Full Time |
2 - 4 Years | Sep 24 | 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 |
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Full Time |
1 Year | Sep 24 | 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 |
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MSc | Distance Learning | 2 - 5 Years | Sep 24 | Glasgow |
Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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MSc | Full Time | 16 Months | Jan 25 | Glasgow |
Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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MSc | Distance Learning | 2 - 5 Years | Jan 25 | Glasgow |
Big Data Technologies
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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Part Time |
2 Years | Sep 24 | Glasgow |
Take existing skills in computing, computer engineering or electronics and apply them to postgraduate-level study in data engineering, data-science/analytics and IoT. Progress as a data analyst, systems architect or IT/data engineer.
Big Data Technologies
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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Part Time |
2 Years | Sep 24 | London |
LONDON: Take your skills in computing, computer engineering or electronics and apply them to postgraduate-level study in data engineering, data-science/analytics and IoT. Progress as a data analyst, systems architect or IT/data engineer.
Computer Science
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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Full Time |
1 year | Jan 25 | Glasgow |
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
Computer Science
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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Part-time |
2 years | Jan 25 | 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 |
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Full Time |
2 - 4 Years | Sep 24 | Glasgow | G401 |
Take a leading role in tackling societal challenges using software engineering, artificial intelligence, mobile and web development, big data and computer vision. Gain technical and business-oriented skills.
Computing Pathways
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
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Full Time |
4 Years | Sep 24 | 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.
Graduate Apprenticeship AI and Data Science
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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Blended learning |
4 Years | Sep 24 | Glasgow |
Gain the knowledge and skills required to develop a career that uses societally beneficial data science and artificial intelligence solutions to solve real-world problems like climate change, financial services, or sustainable development.
Graduate Apprenticeship Software Development
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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Blended learning |
4 Years | Sep 24 | Glasgow |
Become an effective, industry-focused software developer and enhance your technical, project management and business skills. Study industry-led software development practices including DevOps and Agile-based methods to support your career.
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