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University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) · Undergraduate
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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: G400
Computing
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)Lerwick, Scotland
4 yearsDuration
£9,790Per Year (Intl)
£1,285Home Fee
89%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI), the BSc (Hons) Computing provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in engineering and technology. Based in Lerwick, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. If you are looking for a successful career in the fast-moving computing industry, the BSc (Hons) Computing degree is for you. You will learn all the knowledge and skills you need to work in this sector, as well as developing key personal and intellectual qualities necessary for continued professional development. In years three and four you can choose to study for a generic degree in computing or you can specialise in software development or technical support. International tuition fees are £9,790 per year, home/UK fees are £1,285 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £25,000 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Programming Fundamentals
Data Structures and Algorithms
Web Development Essentials
Database Design and SQL
Software Engineering Principles
Computer Networks and Security
Operating Systems and Architecture
Final Year Project in Computing
UCAS Code:G400
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | D PLUS 3 National 5, Standard Grade or Intermediate passes or equivalent |
| UCAS Points | 21 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£9,790
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£39,160
Home Student Fee
£1,285
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 LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £14,500 | £18,500 | £22,500 |
| 5 years | £18,000 | £23,500 | £29,000 |
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▼ 42% below UK average salary
This course
£18,500
UK average
£32,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▼ 27% below UK average salary
This course
£23,500
UK average
£32,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £5,000 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
90%Working
5%Work & Study
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
Subject-level averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
82%
Overall
Teaching on my course
89%Learning opportunities
77%Assessment and feedback
89%Academic support
100%Organisation and management
71%Learning resources
76%Student voice
74%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
70%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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About University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) offers Computing as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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