Overview
Computer Science at Heriot-Watt is ranked 6th in Scotland by The Complete University league tables (2021).
Students will be able to specialise in particular areas, such as the development of dependable systems, parallel or big data applications, advanced interactive systems like games, or novel applications using biologically inspired models of computing.
Key Features
- In some cases the project can be carried out in collaboration with an outside industrial or academic organisation.
- Graduates from the Software Engineering programme at Heriot-Watt University can expect to find employment with software houses, IT companies, R+D divisions of companies, financial services organisations, defence contractors or government IT agencies and as researchers or research students within universities.
Accreditation
The programme is accredited by the British Computer Society.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Advanced Software Engineering
- Information Systems Methodologies
- Research Methods and Project Planning
- Rigorous Methods for Software Engineering
- Advanced Interaction Design
- Big Data Management
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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National deadline is for Scottish and RUK students.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Computer Sciences Software Engineering View 16 other Masters in Software Engineering in United Arab EmiratesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Entry requires a good honours degree in Computer Science.
- Candidates holding a little less than a good honours degree or its equivalent but with compensating qualifications or experience may be admitted to the Postgraduate Diploma programme.
- Transfer to the MSc will be possible later on if exam and course work are at MSc level.
Tuition Fee
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International
20808 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 20808 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
9000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9000 GBP per year during 12 months.
Part time fees:
- UK / EU: £4,500
- Overseas: £10,404
Living costs for Dubai
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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