About the course

The BSc (Hons) in Computer Science is designed to ground you in both the theory and practice of computer science. You will learn how to program computers and how systems are organised, designed and implemented. During your studies, you will both explore the theoretical basis of computer science and develop practical skills in software engineering.

　　You will be able to build a degree programme around your interests and study specialist areas such as artificial intelligence, human-computer interaction, computer security, video games, data encoding, databases, and operating systems. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	St. Andrews
Semester 1 (September), 2025	St. Andrews
Semester 1 (September), 2026	St. Andrews

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of St Andrews

SQA Highers - Standard entry grades: AAAAB, including A in Mathematics and a pass in one of the following:

　　Biology (or Human Biology)

　　Chemistry

　　Computing Science

　　Geography

　　Physics

　　Psychology.

　　GCE A-Levels - Standard entry grades: AAA, including A in Mathematics and a pass in one of the following:

　　Biology

　　Chemistry

　　Computer Science

　　Further Mathematics

　　Geography

　　Geology

　　Physics

　　Psychology.

　　IB points - Standard entry grades: 38 (HL 6,6,6), including HL6 in Mathematics and SL5 in one of the following subjects:

　　Biology

　　Chemistry

　　Computer Science

　　Geography

　　Geology

　　Physics

　　Psychology.

　　If English is not your first language you will need an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum score of 6.0 in each component (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking), or an equivalent. TOEFL (IBT) 92 overall with at least 20 in all components.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

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