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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: GW42

Computer Arts

Abertay University
Dundee, Scotland
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4 yearsDuration
£16,950Per Year (Intl)
£30,000Avg. Graduate Salary
81%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Offered by Abertay University, the BA (Hons) Computer Arts provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in engineering and technology. Based in Dundee, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Immerse yourself in a world of digital design on one of the most prestigious Computer Arts degrees in Europe. You’ll delve into subjects like animation, 3D development, concept art, asset and character design. This professionally accredited course develops your skills and understanding in digital arts and design. You’ll delve into subjects like animation, 3D development, concept art, asset and character design. International tuition fees are £16,950 per year, home/UK fees are £1,820 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 81% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £30,500 within three years, a 92% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Digital Art Foundations
3D Modelling and Animation
Character Design and Development
Concept Art and Visual Development
Game Asset Production
Visual Effects and Composition
Interactive Media Design
Professional Practice and Portfolio Development
UCAS Code:GW42
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

BCC

To include Art or Graphic Design or Design and Technology: Production Design Entry into Year 2 with AAB to include Art and Computer Science or Design Technology

International Baccalaureate

26 points

With 3 subjects at a minimum at S5 or H4

UCAS Points102

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic59

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£16,950

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£67,800

Home Student Fee

£1,820

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Abertay University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£27,000£30,000£36,500
3 years£23,500£30,500£41,000
5 years£27,500£41,000£57,000

UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 22% above UK average salary
This course
£30,500
UK average
£25,000
Salary 5 years after graduation 64% above UK average salary
This course
£41,000
UK average
£25,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £10,500 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH11-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
5%Studying
15%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
75%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
81%
Learning opportunities
77%
Assessment and feedback
71%
Academic support
80%
Organisation and management
66%
Learning resources
87%
Student voice
72%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
92%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About Abertay University

Abertay University offers Computer Arts as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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