Software Development degrees in Scotland

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University of Aberdeen

1 software-development courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 42nd
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WUSCA ranking: 10th
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Great place to study due to its historical ties and the prestige of its education. However, it does leave a lot to be desired in other aspects of uni life, such as its students' union and its organisation.

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Electronic and Software Engineering - MEng (Hons)
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Year 1
  • CAD and Communication in Engineering Practice (EG1010)
  • Computer Systems and Architecture (CS1533)
  • Electronics Design (EE1501)
  • Engineering Mathematics 1 (EG1504)
  • Fundamental Engineering Mechanics (EG1510)
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University of Glasgow

9 software-development courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 15th
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WUSCA ranking: 42th
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Study spaces get very crowded and busy. However the facilities are always clean and nice. There is a lot of student support on offer and is advertised well. The location is very nice with loads of shops and cafes near by. Transport links are also very good.

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Electronic and Software Engineering
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Year 1
  • Computing Science - 1CT Introduction to Computational Thinking
  • Computing Science - 1S Systems
  • Computing Science 1F - Computing Fundamentals
  • Computing Science 1P (Standard Route)
  • Computing Science 1PX (Alternate Route)
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Software Engineering
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Year 1
  • Computing Science - 1CT Introduction to Computational Thinking
  • Computing Science - 1S Systems
  • Computing Science 1F - Computing Fundamentals
  • Computing Science 1P (Standard Route)
  • Computing Science 1PX (Alternate Route)
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Heriot-Watt University

2 software-development courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 33rd
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WUSCA ranking: 33th
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PROS - The university has been absolutely stellar at providing opportunities to those who put in that extra effort. - Support, particularly the maths gym provided by the uni for those needing extra math tuition is an incredible resource. - Lecturers are always quick to respond to questions and available for feedback out with timetabled classes. - The facilities available to electrical engineering students (the GRiD in particular) is very good. More advanced equipment is available to those who require it through research projects or other related endeavours. - The university shop and various cafes/canteens all have quality products and competitive prices. CONS - Some course have suffered when lecturers are delivering them for their first time. This is understandable however. - Issues with inaccurate or frequently fluctuating timetables can be frustrating at times.

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Software Engineering - MEng (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Computer Systems
  • Interactive Systems
  • Logic and Proof
  • Programming in Java
  • Web Design and Databases
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Computer Science (Software Engineering)
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Year 1
  • An Introduction to Computer Systems
  • Databases
  • Discrete Mathematics
  • Programming
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Glasgow Caledonian University

2 software-development courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 56th
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The students at our university are the most important people on campus. Our university is very good at putting the students first and allowing them to have their say. Furthermore, there is a multitude of opportunities for staff and students to work together making the campus feel more like a community. I myself have worked with the Comms; Events; People and Wellbeing teams allowing me to form close bonds with facility.

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Software Development
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Year 1
  • Database Development
  • Fundamentals of Computer Systems
  • Fundamentals of Networking and Cloud Computing
  • Fundamentals of Software Engineering
  • Mathematics for Computing
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3D Animation and Visualisation
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Year 1
  • Introduction to 3D Modelling
  • Introduction to Animation
  • Introduction to Games Concept Art
  • Introduction to Games Programming
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Glasgow School of Art

1 software-development courses SCOTLAND
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This really is a great place to be a part of. I absolutely love the Glasgow school of Art. I have already recommended to friends & my cousin who has always wanted a place here - she is an incredible designer.

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Games and Virtual Reality
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Year 1
  • UCOLAB1 Co-Lab 1
  • UCOLAB2 Co-Lab 2
  • UISD101 Studio 1
  • UISD102 Immersive Systems 1
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University of Strathclyde

1 software-development courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 31st
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WUSCA ranking: 7th
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It is a great learning environment with many modern and innovative buildings throughout the campus. I personally have found strathclyde to help me develop my skills in not only my degree subjects but so too with my confidence, communication and interpersonal skills. If i was to improve strathclyde i would say they could make the union bigger and expand services such as cafes and restaurants throughout the campus.

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Software Engineering
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Year 1
  • Business Analysis and Technology
  • Combinatorics for Computer Science 1
  • Computer Systems and Organisation
  • Information and Information Systems
  • Machines, Languages and Computation
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University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

1 software-development courses
star rating 2.6
8 reviews
SCOTLAND
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UHI is a fantastic university for distance learning courses. The support that they provide is assuring, teachers are helpful and knowledgeable, and the intended learning outcomes are very clearly outlined from the very start. Accordingly, I enthusiastically recommend studying the PG distance learning courses through the UHI!

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Applied Software Development
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The University of Edinburgh

1 software-development courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 16th
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I love the city in general. The University's libraries are good. with proper facilities that I can use, such as discussion rooms, computers, printers, even 3D printer! Some buildings look so old but in positive ways, make them look classic and cultured. However, in my own experience, some classrooms are a little bit aged. i mean, like some chairs are feel old, they are sometimes kind of wobbly, and some of them do not have enough leg room. Main library can be crowded when exam days come, but I think that is something that can not be avoided. i think it is good to add some space for classrooms or some like study hubs.

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Software Engineering - BEng (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Calculus and its Applications
  • Informatics 1 - Introduction to Computation
  • Informatics 1 - Object Oriented Programming
  • Introduction to Linear Algebra
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Edinburgh Napier University

2 software-development courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 71st
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WUSCA ranking: 20th
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I think the university has a lot of good societies and clubs for students to join, making it easier to meet people and make friends. All the lecturers and staff are really engaged in our learning, they want to support us to do our best and try to make adjustments to the course/assignments where they can to help us. I do think the buildings could be better for people with disabilities, such as more automatic doors, ensuring lift maintenance is a priority and putting card scanners for doors in a accessible location. I also think it would be good if there was options to pick up extra modules or tutoring for those that need help with English or want extra help/studies on certain elements of their course or want to learn something new on the side.

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Modules
Year 1
  • Computer Systems
  • Foundations of Software Design & Development
  • Human Computer Interaction
  • Information Systems in Organisations
  • Mathematics for Software Engineering
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Software Engineering - MEng
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Year 1
  • Computer Systems 1
  • Foundations of Software Design and Development
  • Information Systems in Organisations
  • Introduction to Human-Computer Interaction
  • Mathematics for Software Engineering
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SAE Institute

4 software-development courses
star rating 4.0
1 review
NORTH WEST ENGLAND
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