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.
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).
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.
Graduate Apprenticeship AI and Data Science
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Blended learning |
4 Years | Sep 26 | 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.
Software Development
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
4 Years | Sep 26 | Glasgow | G701 |
Become a confident software professional with the expertise and experience to thrive in today's fast-moving digital economy.
Software Engineering
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full time |
16 months | Jan 27 | Glasgow |
Gain practical software engineering experience through real-world projects and industry-focused learning. Build your technical ability, applied experience and confidence for range of software engineering roles.
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