Content

Year 1:
Classes cover foundation skills, such as programming and computer systems organisation and look at the concepts of computation and information.

Year 2:
Subjects covered include algorithms, databases, logic, the analysis and design of large systems, and how to ensure that the systems are usable.

Years 3:
In Year 3, you’ll study more specialised areas such as new programming languages.

Year 4:
MEng students undertake a major individual practical computing project under the guidance of a member of staff, along with four final-year classes chosen from a range of specialist options.

Year 5:
MEng students undertake a significant group project under the supervision of a member of staff. This project may use the industrial experience gained in the placement. In addition there is a further selection of specialist classes.

Entry Requirements

2026 entry requirements

Standard entry:
4 or 5 Highers at AAAA or AAABB including Maths plus English at National 5. Higher English and Computing Science preferred.

Widening access entry:
4 or 5 Highers at AABB or ABBBB including Maths plus English at National 5. Higher English preferred.

A Foundation Apprenticeship is accepted in place of a non-essential Higher.