Computer Science

About this course

Computer science is the study of computation in the broadest sense, encompassing the theory and mathematics of algorithms and data, the engineering of reliable and efficient software and hardware systems, and the design of the programming languages and tools that make those systems possible. It is a discipline of extraordinary practical importance, underlying virtually every aspect of modern life, from the internet and smartphones to artificial intelligence, financial systems, and medical technology. At the same time it is a field of genuine intellectual depth, raising fundamental questions about what can be computed, how efficiently, and with what guarantees. At Heriot-Watt, whose computer science programme is accredited and designed with close attention to industry needs, this four-year full-time BSc gives you a comprehensive foundation in the core principles of computer science along

Where its graduates go

The 5 largest scored destinations, covering 90% of graduates; the headline also reflects the subject baseline.

• 72 / 100Information Technology Professionals · 50% of graduatescards →
• 60 / 100Business, Research and Administrative Professionals · 5% of graduatescards →
• 52 / 100Finance Professionals · 5% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Sales occupations · 15% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Science, engineering and technology associate professionals · 15% of graduatescards →

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