BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Software Engineering)

The BEng Computer Science and Software Engineering course offered by Heriot-Watt University is an integrative and comprehensive programme committed to producing first-rate software engineers. The course prepares students to generate software solutions to challenging problems, familiarise themselves with various software systems and their applications, manage multimedia and mobile technologies, and understand how to build secure systems in a commercial environment.Course Content: In the first two years of the programme, students are introduced to basic concepts and principles of computer science and software engineering. Through a variety of modules, students learn about mathematics, programming, algorithms, and data structures. In the next phase, students will get the chance to work on individual and group projects and develop a multitude of skills such as software testing, system modeling, and the ability to design user interfaces.Key Modules: The key modules within the course include Software Design and Modelling, Algorithms and Data Structures, Testing and Reliable Software Engineering, and User Interface Design.Accreditations: This degree is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), the Chartered Institute for IT, for the purposes of partially fulfilling the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.Future Careers: Graduates of the BEng Computer Science and Software Engineering course often go on to work as software engineers, IT managers, system designers, and analysts. There are also options to pursue further academic work through a PHD.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.