Computing Science (in partnership with UPES) BSc/MSci
Computing science is wide-ranging: from programming and engineering large software systems, to the design and evaluation of human-computer interfaces, algorithms, computer and network systems, artificial intelligence, information retrieval and big data systems.
- September start
- Session dates
- Computing Science (in partnership with UPES) BSc (Hons) 4 year degree
- Computing Science (in partnership with UPES) MSci: 5 year degree
You may apply for transfer to the MSci mid-BSc.
Programme structure
Years 1 and 2
Students follow the curriculum of the UPES BTech Computer Science Engineering Programme. Students will need to take core courses plus 3 credits from Frontend Development or Backend Development.
Year 3 and 4
In Honours (years 3 and 4), you will cover the essential aspects of computing science in depth. Our curriculum is driven by our world-leading research sections and we offer opportunities for programme specialisms from year 3 onwards. Together with team projects and a substantial individual project, the programme provides excellent preparation for professional computing scientists.
Optional Year 5
Computing Science can be taken as an MSci, which includes an additional year. Students on the MSci programme follow the BSc Honours degree programme, followed by an additional year studying advanced modules and a substantial research-oriented project. A decision regarding whether a student can transfer to the MSci will be taken by the University at the end of Year 3.
Programme alteration or discontinuation
The University of Glasgow endeavours to run all programmes as advertised. In exceptional
circumstances, however, the University may withdraw or alter a programme. For more information,
please see: Student contract.
Entry requirements
for entry in 2026
UPES shall admit Applicants to Year 1 who meet their standard entry requirements For entry to the University of Glasgow Level 3 students should obtain a minimum overall GPA of 6.0 from 80 credits in the first two years of the BTech Computer Science Engineering at UPES, to include 30 credits from Python Programming & Lab; Computer Organization and Architecture : Database Management Systems & Lab; Object Oriented Programming & Lab; Data Structures and Algorithms & Lab; Operating Systems; Data Communication and Networks & Lab; Discrete Mathematical Structures PLUS 3 credits from Frontend Development and/or Backend Development electives; plus 47 additional optional Course credits.
Admissions guidance
English language
For applicants from non-English speaking countries, as defined by the UK Government, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level.
English language requirements
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic and Academic Online (not General Training)
- 6.5 with no subtests under 6.0
- Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
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Common equivalent English language qualifications for entry to this programme
TOEFL (ibt, mybest or athome)
- 90 overall with Reading 20; Listening 19; Speaking 19; Writing 23
- Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
PTE Academic
- 60 with minimum 59 in all subtests
- Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
Glasgow International College English Language (and other foundation providers)
- 65%
- Tests are accepted for academic year following sitting.
University of Glasgow Pre-sessional courses
- Tests are accepted for academic year following sitting.
Cambridge English Qualifications
- Cambridge Advanced English (CAE): 176 overall, no subtest less than 169
- Cambridge Proficiency in English (CPE): 176 overall, no subtest less than 169
School Qualifications
- iGCSE English or ESOL 0522/0500, grade C
- International Baccalaureate English A SL5 or HL5
- International Baccalaureate English B SL6 or HL5
- SQA National 5 English or ESOL, grade B
- SQA Higher English or ESOL, grade C
- Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education, English Language grade 4
- West African Examination Council, Senior Secondary School Certificate, English grade C6
For international students, the Home Office has confirmed that the University can choose to use these tests to make its own assessment of English language ability for visa applications to degree level programmes. The University is also able to accept an IELTS test (Academic module) from any of the 1000 IELTS test centres from around the world and we do not require a specific UKVI IELTS test for degree level programmes. We therefore still accept any of the English tests listed for admission to this programme.
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Career prospects
Recent graduates are employed as software engineers and systems analysts with companies such as:
- JP Morgan
- Morgan Stanley
- Skyscanner
- Yahoo
Accreditation
Honours graduates are eligible for membership of the British Computer Society and, after relevant work experience, they can apply to become full Chartered IT Professionals (CITP) and partial Chartered Scientists (CSci)/Chartered Engineers (CEng). MSci graduates are eligible for full CITP and partial CSci. Honours degrees hold the Euro-Inf Bachelor Quality label; MSci degrees hold the Euro-Inf Master Quality Label.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
How and when you pay tuition fees depends on where you’re from: see Tuition fees for details.
Scholarships
The University is committed to supporting students and rewarding academic excellence. That's why we've invested more than £1m in additional scholarship funding in recent years.
The scholarships above are relevant to this programme. For more funding opportunities search the scholarships database
How to apply
Students should consult the UPES web pages for applying to year 1 of the programme.
Students intending to transfer to this programme from UPES may apply directly to the University of Glasgow.
Please note if you are not studying at UPES you can not use this application form but should apply through UCAS in the usual way.
You will require a copy of your transcript showing courses already taken and in progress in the first two years of your degree; a copy of your English language test result and a copy of the photo page of your passport.
We would encourage students to apply in January/February for September start.
- Application deadline: 30 June
