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Computer Science (Software Engineering)
Heriot-Watt University

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What will I learn?

Our four year BSc Computer Science Honours degree is oriented to constructing robust and useable systems. We aim to teach people not just how to deploy cutting edge tools and techniques, but how to build the next generation of software tools that other system constructors will use. This programme aims to give a well integrated balance of theoretical underpinnings and practical experience, strongly informed by the research expertise of our academic staff.Please visit our website for further information on our 3 year honours degrees

Which department am I in?

Computer Science

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees

£25,808.00 (US$ 33,329) per year

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Heriot Watt University - Edinburgh Campus

Riccarton, Edinburgh,

Edinburgh,

Scotland,

EH14 4AS, Scotland, United Kingdom

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees

£25,808.00 (US$ 33,329) per year

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Edinburgh Campus

Riccarton,

Edinburgh,

Scotland,

EH14 4AS, Scotland, United Kingdom

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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