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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: G700

Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence)

Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh, Scotland
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4 yearsDuration
£25,808Per Year (Intl)
£33,000Avg. Graduate Salary
81%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) at Heriot-Watt University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about designing solutions for real-world challenges. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Our four year BSc Computer Science Honours degree is oriented to constructing robust and useable systems. We aim to teach people not just how to deploy cutting edge tools and techniques, but how to build the next generation of software tools that other system constructors will use. This programme aims to give a well integrated balance of theoretical underpinnings and practical experience, strongly informed by the research expertise of our academic staff. International tuition fees are £25,808 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 78% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £30,500 within three years, a 100% continuation rate, and 83% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Programming Fundamentals
Data Structures and Algorithms
Software Engineering Principles
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Database Systems and Design
Computer Networks and Security
Advanced AI Techniques
Final Year Project
UCAS Code:G700
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

BBC

including **Mathematics at B for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: BBB including Mathematics and either Computer Science or Software Systems Development

International Baccalaureate

28 points

with **Mathematics at Higher Level 5 for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: A total of 30 points with Mathematics and Computing at Higher Level 6.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic63————

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£25,808

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£103,232

Home Student Fee

£1,820

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees and funding

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Heriot-Watt University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£29,000£33,000£36,000
3 years£23,000£30,500£39,000
5 years£29,500£41,000£58,500

UK subject average: £32,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£30,500
UK average
£32,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 28% above UK average salary
This course
£41,000
UK average
£32,000

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: CAH11-01-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

82%Working
1%Studying
7%Work & Study
6%Seeking Work
83%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
80%
Assessment and feedback
52%
Academic support
91%
Organisation and management
65%
Learning resources
90%
Student voice
65%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
90%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About Heriot-Watt University

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