Computing Science MSc (UG)
Robert Gordon University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 80 graduates of Computing Science MSc (UG) and other courses in Computer Science at Robert Gordon University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Computer Science.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Computer Science
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Computer Science at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £26000 | £22500 | £25500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £22000 - £33000 | £17000 - £29000 | £21000 - £34000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Computer Science
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £29821 | £25150 | £29857 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £24771 - £35770 | £18886 - £32933 | £21689 - £41100 |
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Course Description
The MSci Computing Science course has been designed to create modern software developers who can use their knowledge and skills to create solutions to real-world problems. This 5-year course results in a Master’s level qualification with a key feature being the year-long industrial, research or study abroad placement.
You will learn to develop software across a number of modern platforms, including desktop, mobile, web and embedded systems, and gain skills in a variety of modern programming languages. You will be able to adapt to the changes and challenges that working with cutting-edge technology brings, and design and test secure software systems, all in our custom-built teaching labs. This course provides you the confidence and creative and adaptable skillset that the computing industry needs.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Computing Science MSc (UG) at Robert Gordon University
| 58% | Skilled trades occupations |
| 5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 5% | Caring personal services |
| 5% | Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations |
| 4% | Natural and social science professionals |
| 4% | Information Technology Professionals |
| 4% | Sales occupations |
| 2% | Media Professionals |
| 2% | Teaching Professionals |
| 2% | Administrative occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Computer Science
All Computer Science courses of Robert Gordon University
Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
M in T Level Health, Healthcare Science, or Science.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Costs
Tuition Fees Computing Science MSc (UG)
| EU | £6750 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
| England UK | £6750 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6750 | year 1 |
| Wales | £6750 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £6750 | year 1 |
| International | £16650 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of Robert Gordon University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Robert Gordon University in related subject specific rankings.
Computer Science
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- #76
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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About Robert Gordon University
Robert Gordon University is located in the city of Aberdeen, the third-largest in Scotland. This institution’s main focus is the delivery of courses and programmes related to Business and Industry sectors, however they do also provide degree programmes in certain areas of the social sciences. The most impressive features that this university has to offer is its wide array of state-of-the-art facilities, such as their Nanocomposite Manufacturing Facility, the Wave Tank, and Electronic Laboratory.
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| Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) |  UCAS Tariff |
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Computer Science Msci (Hons) | Royal Holloway, University of London | 67% | 4% | 10% | £9250 | £25200 | 150 | Egham | On campus Full-time |
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Computing with Industrial Placement Msci (Hons) | University of Aberdeen | 67% | 20% | 3% | £9250 | £26100 £24800 | 149 | Aberdeen | On campus Full-time |
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Computer Science (Integrated Masters) Msci (Hons) | University of Essex | - | 0% | 9% | £9250 | £22750 | 119 | Colchester | On campus Full-time |
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Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) Msci (Hons) | Royal Holloway, University of London | 67% | 4% | 0% | £9250 | £25200 | 139 | Egham | On campus Full-time |
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Computing Science MEng (Hons) | University of Aberdeen | 74% | 10% | 2% | £9250 | £26100 £24800 | 172 | Aberdeen | On campus Full-time |
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Computer Science (Software Engineering) MEng (Hons) | University of Hull | - | - | - | £9250 £9250 | £18300 £19500 | - | Hull | On campus Full-time |
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Computer Science Msci (Hons) | Loughborough University of Technology | 92% | 8% | 0% | £9250 | £27250 | 189 | Loughborough | On campus Full-time |
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Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence (with placement year) Msci (Hons) | Loughborough University of Technology | 92% | 8% | 0% | £9250 | £27250 | 168 | Loughborough | On campus Full-time |
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Computer Science with Innovation MEng (Hons) | University of Bristol | - | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £29000 | 158 | Bristol | On campus Full-time |
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Electronics and Computer Science MEng (Hons) | The University of Edinburgh | 83% | 0% | 10% | £9250 | £34800 | 230 | Edinburgh | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
