University of Glasgow
Computing Science/Business & Management (SocSci) MA (Hons)
University of Glasgow

Key Course Facts

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 £31000 £32500 £39000
25-75 percentile range £27000 - £35000 £25000 - £40000 £26000 - £47000
Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Dec 20, 2022
All Computer Science courses of University of Glasgow


Salary of all UK Graduates of Computer Science

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £26016 £25482 £29823
25-75 percentile range £21879 - £31525 £18953 - £33404 £21761 - £40866
Source: Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) by UK Department for Education Dec 20, 2022
All Computer Science courses in the UK

Course Description

COMPUTING SCIENCE 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. Computing Science at Glasgow is ranked 2nd in Scotland (Complete University Guide 2019) and joint 10th in the UK (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2018). The School of Computing Science launched the pioneering Centre for Computing Science Education in 2017, in recognition of our commitment to leadership and innovation in educational practice. BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT The study of business and management offers you a structured insight into both the theoretical and practical dimensions of organisations and management. You will benefit from our collaborative ties with local industry and commerce which make significant contributions to the degree programme. Theory and practice is taught through a variety of innovative learning methods and opportunities.

What You Will Learn

Programme content: As a student of Computing Science/Business & Management (SocSci), MA (Hons) you will study the following course modules.

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Year 4

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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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Dec 20, 2022
All Computer Science courses of University of Glasgow

Current jobs

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Dec 20, 2022
All courses of University of Glasgow

Required skill level of job after 15 months

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Dec 20, 2022
All Computer Science courses of University of Glasgow

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Computing Science/Business & Management (SocSci) MA (Hons) at University of Glasgow

90% Information Technology Professionals
5% Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
0% Artistic, literary and media occupations
0% Business and public service associate professionals
Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Dec 20, 2022

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Source: UCAS Feb 9, 2023

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Computer Science

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Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Dec 20, 2022
All Computer Science courses of University of Glasgow

Qualification requirements

Additional requirements: A-level English or Humanities subject.

Pass HNC Group Award in the appropriate subject area and also obtain grade A in the Graded Unit. Must also have Higher English at grade B or above and successfully pass the University of Glasgow Summer School. Must also have Higher Maths at grade B or above.

Pass HND Group Award in the appropriate subject area and also obtain grades BB in the Graded Units 1 and 2. Must also have Higher English at grade B or above and successfully pass the University of Glasgow Summer School. Must also have Higher Maths at grade B or above.

Additional requirements: Higher English and a Higher Humanities subject or Mathematics.

Acceptable in appropriate subject area. Must also have A-level Mathematics at grade B or above.

38 (6,6,6 HL) – 32 (6,5,5 HL) Additional requirements: HL English or Humanities subject.

Acceptable in appropriate subject area. Must also have A-level Mathematics at grade B or above.

Must have two Arts/Humanities subjects and Maths at H1.

SQA applicants who achieve at least BBBB by the end of S5 MAY be considered for an offer, but a decision will not be made on these applications until all applications have been reviewed.

Source: UCAS Feb 9, 2023

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Computing Science/Business & Management (SocSci), MA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Computing Science/Business & Management (SocSci) MA (Hons)

Channel Islands £27750
England UK £27750
Northern Ireland £27750
Wales £27750
EU £7280
Scotland £7280
International £70480

Additional fee information

◾The University of Glasgow offer students from England, Northern Ireland and Wales one free year of tuition fees, meaning that these students only pay for 3 years of this 4 year degree programme ◾Support for students from England, Northern Ireland and Wales - We offer a range of bursaries, scholarships to well qualified students from England, Wales and Northern Ireland, please visit www.gla.ac.uk/scholarships/englandwalesandnorthernireland/ for more details ◾The Students Award Agency for Scotland SAAS pays tuition fees to the University for eligible Scottish domiciled and EU students except those in England, Wales or Northern Ireland. Check your eligibility for SAAS funding at www.saas.gov.uk You must apply for payment of your fees to SAAS before the start of each year of your programme of study.If you do not apply for SAAS funding or SAAS determine that you are ineligible then you will become personally liable for your fees.◾Additional International fees -The following additional fees are applicable: Examinations-only students pay the registration fee of £110 The General Council fee is £50. For more information relating to International Fees, please visit: www.gla.ac.uk/international/ ◾The University of Glasgow offers a range of scholarships to support our students, please visit www.gla.ac.uk/scholarships/ for more details.
Source: UCAS Feb 9, 2023

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.

Source: Own research based on surveys and university data

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2024

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 University of Glasgow in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of University of Glasgow in related subject specific rankings.

Business

    • #3 
    • #250 
    Business
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #4 
    • #20 
    Business & Management Studies
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #3 
    • #137 
    Business & Management Studies
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]
    • #3 
    • #201 
    Economics & Business
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 11 July, 2023]
    • #3 
    • #301 
    Management
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]

See all 35 university rankings of University of Glasgow

About University of Glasgow

The ancient University of Glasgow owns and manages three distinct campus locations: Gilmorehill, Garscube, and Dumfries campus. The primary building for the majority of students is Gilmorehill, where learners have the opportunity to earn a degree from the university’s diverse Liberal Arts subjects, as well as participate in well funded research projects. The city of Glasgow has a well deserved reputation for having some of the friendliest locals in the UK, as well as being one of the cultural centres of Scotland.

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Where is this programme taught

Glasgow Campus
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Gilmorehill (Main) Campus
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