Course Overview
Course Overview This advanced programme equips students with the cutting-edge techniques and methodologies required to develop high-quality, professional-standard software. Students can specialize in key growth areas such as big data, dependable systems, advanced interactive applications, and bio-inspired computing. Graduates are highly sought after by leading software houses, IT firms, financial institutions, and research organizations. Key Program Highlights Specialize in high-demand fields like big data applications and game development Learn to apply state-of-the-art engineering techniques and best practices Opportunity to conduct an industry or academia-linked project Taught by a department ranked 6th in Scotland for Computer Science Direct pathway to careers in software engineering, R&D, and finance
Available Intakes
September 2026
CampusHeriot-Watt Edinburgh Campus
CityEdinburgh
ModeFullTime
Duration12 Months
FeeGBP 25,480