Computing BSc (Hons)
- Tution Fees : £14,500
- Course Duration : 2 - 4 Years
- Academic Course Level : Undergraduate
- Location : GCU Glasgow
- Scholarship : Up To 4000
Available Options
Academic Requirements:
Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) has specific entry requirements for its programs, which can vary depending on the course and level of study. For undergraduate programs, applicants typically need to have a High School Certificate or equivalent qualification with specific grades or marks. English language proficiency is also usually required, which can be demonstrated through tests like IELTS or TOEFL.
For postgraduate programs, applicants generally need to have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognized institution, with specific grades or marks depending on the program. Some courses may also require relevant work experience or additional qualifications. English language proficiency is typically required for postgraduate study if English is not the applicant's first language.
In addition to academic and language requirements, GCU may also consider factors such as personal statements, references, and interviews as part of the application process. Prospective students need to check the specific entry requirements for the program they are interested in, as these requirements can vary between courses. You can find specific details of GCU's international qualification requirements under the ‘Your Country’ page. You can also check the individual course page to get more clarification about the entry requirements of your desired course.
English Language Requirements:
Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) maintains stringent English Language Proficiency requirements for prospective students. To demonstrate proficiency, applicants can submit official scores from recognized tests such as the TOEFL or IELTS. GCU generally requires a minimum IELTS Overall score of 6.0, with no single element below 5.5. These requirements ensure that students possess the necessary language skills to excel academically and engage effectively in an English-language academic environment at GCU. GCU mostly accepts the following English Language qualifications:
Undergraduate Courses:
- 1) IELTS: Overall 6.0, with no element less than 5.5 for most of the courses and for Health related courses overall 6.5, with no element less than 6.0
- 2) Pearson PTE: Overall score of 59 with no element less than 59 (24/25 entry onwards)
- 3) TOEFL (IBT): Overall score of 78 with R:18, L:17, S:20 and W:17 (24/25 entry onwards)
- 4) LanguageCert Academic: Overall 65 with no element below 60 (24/25 entry onwards)
Postgraduate Courses:
- 1) IELTS: Overall 6.0, with no element less than 5.5 for most of the courses and for Health related courses overall 6.5, with no element less than 6.0
- 2) Pearson PTE: Overall score of 59 with no element less than 59 (24/25 entry onwards)
- 3) TOEFL (IBT): Overall score of 78 with R:18, L:17, S:20 and W:17 (24/25 entry onwards)
- 4) LanguageCert Academic: Overall 65 with no element below 60 (24/25 entry onwards)
Note: Please look at individual course pages for their respective English Language Requirements before proceeding.
| Conditional Offer | Unconditional Offer | CAS |
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| 2 Weeks | 1 Week | 1 Week |
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Academic Requirement Minimum 60% in each subject from XII Standard exams Advanced entry to Level 2 or 3 can be considered with equivalent study from Bachelor's degree English Language Academic IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) with no element below 5.5 or Class 12th English with 70% |
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| Course Modules | |
Year 1 Fundamentals of Computer Systems; Fundamentals of Software Engineering; Programming 1; Maths for Computing; Fundamentals of Network and Cloud Computing; Database Development; Integrated Project 1 Year 2 Programming 2; Object Oriented Analysis & Design;Human Computer Interaction; Data Structures and Algorithm; Web Application Development 1; Integrated Project 2 Year 3 IT Project Management 1; Web Application Development 2; Research Skills & Professional Issues; Integrated Project 3; Option module 1; Option module 2 Choose two from: Applications Architecture and Design Patterns; User Psychology; DevOps; Mobile Platform Development. Year 4 Honours Project; Front-end Web Development; Option module 1; Option module 2; Option module 3 Choose three from: Machine Learning and Data Analytics; Business Process Modelling; Advanced HCI; Programming Paradigms; Secure Software Development; IT Project Management 2; Management of Innovation and Creativity; Artificial Intelligence; Cloud Platform Development The choice of option modules may vary from year to year. |