BSc (Hons) Computer Science

BSc (Hons) Computer Science is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in computer science & it at Abertay University in Dundee, United Kingdom. It takes 4 years (full time), with intakes in September.

Abertay University is a public institution, ranked 105th of 130 UK universities in the Complete University Guide (UK) 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Tuition for international students is £17,950 a year, about ₹21.9 lakh. Over 4 years that is roughly £71,800 (≈ ₹87.6 lakh) before any yearly increase.

Living costs near the university

Living costs for the UK as a whole: £12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

Job roles

• Software engineer
• Web developer
• Data analyst
• Cyber security analyst
• Systems analyst
• UX designer

Employers hiring for these roles worldwide

• Google
• Microsoft
• Amazon
• Apple
• Meta
• IBM
• Oracle
• SAP
• Accenture
• Infosys

General entry requirements at Abertay University for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

• Indian Class 12 (CBSE, ICSE or state board) with 60% to 70% overall depending on the course, and at least 65% in essential subjects. For example, BSc Ethical Hacking asks for 60% overall with 65% in essential subjects and a pass in Maths.
• Advanced entry may be possible in exceptional cases with good grades; contact the student recruitment office to check.
• Apply through UCAS if you are applying to several UK universities, or use Abertay's direct application form if Abertay is your only choice.

For this course: IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5).

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This course starts in: September.

1. 1Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
2. 2Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
3. 3Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
4. 4Apply through UCAS and pay any application fee.
5. 5Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
6. 6Apply for your student visa for the UK, then arrange accommodation.

• Valid passport
• Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
• Degree certificate and transcripts (for master's)
• English test score (or Class 12 English at 75% or above where accepted)
• Personal statement
• CV and evidence of work experience where the course asks for it

• Abertay International Scholarship

  Undergraduate and postgraduate taught (on campus)

  Value: Up to £3,000 off tuition fees each year (up to four years for undergraduates). Master's course pages describe it as £3,000 to £7,000 over the course.

  New full-time students with international fee status who meet all academic conditions of their offer. For master's study you need a UK 2:1 equivalent (about 60% or above). No separate application: awarded automatically and confirmed by email.

  Official page

• Early Bird payment discount

  Undergraduate and postgraduate taught, first-year starters

  Value: £300 for paying the 50% deposit early, or £500 for paying the remaining fees in full by the deadline (maximum £500 a year)

  For September 2027 entry the deadlines are 1 June 2027 (deposit) and 17 August 2027 (remaining fees). Not for postgraduate research.

  Official page

• Chevening Scholarship

  Full-time postgraduate taught

  Value: Full or part funding

  Set by the Chevening programme; see Abertay's Chevening page for details.

  Official page

Abertay University is a small public university in the centre of Dundee, Scotland. It traces its history to 1888 and became a university in 1994. According to its THE profile, it was the first university in the world to offer a computer games degree, in 1997.

Abertay is best known for computer games, ethical hacking and cybersecurity, and digital media. It also teaches business, engineering, biomedical science, psychology, law and sport. The university says many degrees include work placements and industry experience.

Computer Science & IT courses at other universities in the UK

• BSc Computer ScienceAberystwyth University3 years (full time) · £23,255 / year
• BSc (Hons) Computer ScienceAnglia Ruskin University3 years full time (4 years with a placement year) · £19,750 / year
• BSc (Hons) Computing (Top-Up)Arden University1 year (full time, blended) · £16,000 / year
• BSc Computer ScienceAston University3 years, or 4 with a placement year · £22,575 / year
• BSc Computer ScienceASU London3 years · £23,600 / year
• BSc (Hons) Computer ScienceBath Spa University3 years (4 with a placement year) · £19,505 / year

More courses at Abertay University

• MSc Ethical Hacking and Cybersecurity12 months (full time) · £19,950 / year
• MSc Applied Artificial Intelligence and User Experience12 months (full time); 16 months from a January start · £19,950 / year
• MSc Computer Games Technology12 months (full time) · £19,950 / year
• MSc International Management12 months (September start) or 16 months (January start) · £18,950 / year
• Global MBA12 months (September start) or 16 months (January start) · £19,950 / year
• MSc Fintech12 months (September start) or 16 months (January start) · £18,950 / year

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

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