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BSc (Hons) Computing and Creative Design at Robert Gordon University

Robert Gordon University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The BSc (Hons) Computing and Creative Design course has been designed due to industry demand. There is a need for developers who have a background in creative design, and this course will provide you with an exciting blend of technical and creative subjects to meet this demand. The course will provide you with the skills to develop innovative software solutions using a range of programming skills, whilst also exploring appropriate design methods, utilising a range of cutting-edge tools and techniques in our state-of-the-art labs.

Faculty: School of Computing, Engineering and Technology  |  Duration: 4 years full-time; 4 years + 1 year placement full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will take part in a multidisciplinary Foundation Year to understand the breath of subjects offered by the School, to form a community of practice beyond your course, and to be equipped with the right technical knowledge for the more advanced years of your course. In your first year, you will get to grips with the fundamentals of programming devices, as well as the basics of problem solving and modelling. On this course, you get to kickstart your creative, practical and professional development with digital graphics techniques.

Career pathways

This course provides you with a range of technical, practical and interpersonal skills that will prepare you for a variety of careers at the cutting edge of computing and creative design. Digital technology is growing across all sectors, and interdisciplinary professionals are in great demand.

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Entry requirements

Year 1 entry QS/SQA Higher: BBCC and two further passes to include English and Maths at National 5 grade C or above if not held at Higher. GCE A Level Year 1 entry : CCC and two further passes to include English and Maths at GCSE grade 5 if not held at A Level. Irish Leaving Certificate Higher: H3H3H3H3 and two further passes to include English and Maths at grade O3 or above if not held at Higher. IB Diploma Year 1 entry: 26 to include a pass in Standard Level English and Maths at grade 4 or above if not held at Higher Level. Year 2 entry QS/SQA Advanced Higher: CC at Advanced Higher plus CC at Higher (4 subjects), one of which must be Computing or another numerate subject. English and Maths at National 5 grade C or above if not held at Higher. GCE A Level: BBC to include Computing or another numerate subject at Higher. GCSE English at grade 5 or above is required if not held at A Level. Minimum Entry Requirements The minimum entry requirements for widening access applicants are: Year 1 entry QS/SQA Higher: CCCC and two further passes to include English and Maths at National 5 grade C or above if not held at Higher. Alternative Qualifications We welcome applications from those with equivalent qualifications to those stated, including SVQs/NVQs, access programmes, Foundation Apprenticeships and overseas qualifications. Applications from students with non-standard qualifications or work experience will be considered on an individual basis. International Students International students who do not meet our direct entry requirements for this course can gain additional entry points through our International College at Robert Gordon University. UCAS code: PI32.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,820 a year (2026/2027). Scottish students, full time on campus, over 4 years (same fee each year) Source

International applicants: GBP 18,940 a year (2026/2027). International students, full time on campus, over 4 years (same fee each year) Source

Intake: September

Duration: 4 years full-time; 4 years + 1 year placement full-time

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