Department of Computing

The Department of Computing is dedicated to understanding and applying the latest techniques in Computer Science, Data Science, Data Engineering, Machine Intelligence and Software Development, and advancing this knowledge through innovative teaching and research. Students can choose from a range of Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes, including a Graduate Apprenticeship mode of study for the Software Development programme where students can work and learn at the same time.

In our department, we place an emphasis on the career-readiness of our students, and we have worked closely with an extensive network of industry partners to ensure that our recently refreshed programmes contain the key subjects where students develop the skills-base for in-demand and highly paid jobs in a wide range of businesses & industries. Our programmes emphasise hands-on practical skills and real-life problem solving. All our programmes are accredited against the rigorous standards of the British Computer Society. The department also supports the British Computer Society (BCS) student chapter. Our wide range of industry-aligned research feeds directly into all our programmes. The department makes use of a student-centred flexible blended approach to learning with on-campus activities supported by a range of innovative online learning resources.  Student evaluation of our learning resources are very positive, e.g., first year students in 2020-21 delivered a 91% scoring on the effectiveness of the resources.

Our new undergraduate programme in AI and Data Science contains leading-edge content for exploring, analysing, visualising, and managing data. These Data Science and Data Engineering techniques are at the heart of everyday systems, such as social media and life-saving medical devices, with applications in fields ranging from autonomous vehicles and finance to climate justice and fashion.

Our recently updated undergraduate programme in Computing is increasingly popular and develops students that can engage in societal challenges using software engineering, artificial intelligence, mobile and web development, data analysis, human computer interaction and computer vision.

On our new Software Development undergraduate programme, students (including Graduate Apprentice students) study industry-led software development practices including DevOps, advanced programming and Agile-based methods; the skills developed, such as software engineering, mobile and web development, machine learning and data analytics are highly sought-after.

Our very popular industry-focussed postgraduate programme, MSc Big Data Technologies, provides an ideal opportunity to study the core techniques and practical technologies underpinning systems that include Big Data, AI & Machine Intelligence, Data-Analytics, Data Visualisation, and the Internet of Things. The programme attracts many students from around the world, and graduates from this programme progress to a wide range of roles in business, industry, healthcare and governmental organisations, as well as research-oriented positions and PhD study.

We look forward to welcoming you to the start of the best career that we can help you create!

Degree courses

AI and Data Science
BSc (Hons)

AI and Data Science

Mode of study Duration Start date Location UCAS code
Full Time
2 - 4 Years Sep 25 Glasgow G510

Learn how to manage, explore, analyse, understand and visualise data and develop the skills required for a career finding solutions to key societal and environmental challenges.

Big Data Technologies
MSc

Big Data Technologies

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Part Time
2 Years Jan 25 Glasgow

Take existing skills in computing, computer engineering or electronics and apply them to postgraduate-level study in data engineering, data-science/analytics and IoT. Progress as a data analyst, systems architect or IT/data engineer.

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MSc Full Time 16 Months Jan 25 Glasgow
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MSc Part Time 2 Years Sep 25 Glasgow
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MSc Full Time 1 Year Sep 25 Glasgow
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MSc Part Time 2 Years Jan 26 Glasgow
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MSc Full Time 16 Months Jan 26 Glasgow
Big Data Technologies
MSc

Big Data Technologies

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Part Time
2 Years Jan 25 London

LONDON: Take your skills in computing, computer engineering or electronics and apply them to postgraduate-level study in data engineering, data-science/analytics and IoT. Progress as a data analyst, systems architect or IT/data engineer.

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MSc Full Time 16 months Jan 25 London
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MSc Part Time 2 Years Sep 25 London
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MSc Full Time 1 Year Sep 25 London
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MSc Part Time 2 Years Jan 26 London
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MSc Full Time 16 months Jan 26 London
Computer Science
MSc

Computer Science

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Part-time
2 years Jan 25 Glasgow

Advance your training in Computer Science and Analytics technologies, focusing on cloud computing, information security, programming, and AI. Progress as a software developer, systems analyst or cloud architect

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MSc Full Time 1 year Jan 25 Glasgow
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MSc Part-time 2 years Sep 25 Glasgow
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MSc Full Time 1 year Sep 25 Glasgow
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MSc Part-time 2 years Jan 26 Glasgow
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MSc Full Time 1 year Jan 26 Glasgow
Computing
BSc (Hons)

Computing

Mode of study Duration Start date Location UCAS code
Full Time
2 - 4 Years Sep 25 Glasgow G401

Take a leading role in tackling societal challenges using software engineering, artificial intelligence, mobile and web development, big data and computer vision. Gain technical and business-oriented skills.

Computing Pathways
BSc (Hons)

Computing Pathways

Mode of study Duration Start date Location UCAS code
Full Time
4 Years Sep 25 Multiple Locations G501

Begin this degree at college and achieve an HND in two years. Go on to study Computing for two years at GCU and qualify with an honours degree that equips you with the knowledge, understanding and skills required of a modern IT professional.

Graduate Apprenticeship AI and Data Science
BSc (Hons)

Graduate Apprenticeship AI and Data Science

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Blended learning
4 Years Sep 25 Glasgow

Gain the knowledge and skills required to develop a career that uses societally beneficial data science and artificial intelligence solutions to solve real-world problems like climate change, financial services, or sustainable development.

Graduate Apprenticeship Software Development
BSc (Hons)

Graduate Apprenticeship Software Development

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Blended learning
4 Years Sep 25 Glasgow

Become an effective, industry-focused software developer and enhance your technical, project management and business skills. Study industry-led software development practices including DevOps and Agile-based methods to support your career.

Meet the department

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For Course and programme enquiries: T: +44 (0)141 331 8630 / E: studentenquiries@gcu.ac.uk