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BSc (Hons) Software Development at Robert Gordon University

Robert Gordon University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Providing a unique approach to Web and Mobile Design, this course brings together Computing, Digital Marketing, and Visual Communication expertise from three schools across the University to prepare graduates with a creative, adaptable skillset for the modern web and mobile software industry . This course is designed to give you the skills needed to leverage web and mobile technologies to solving real-world challenges. Focusing on modern software development techniques, students will learn app design and development for various platforms using industry-standard tools.

Faculty: Multiple Schools  |  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

Throughout this course, students studying Software Development will have a choice of elective modules in each Semester (except Semester 2 in Honours Year). This will provide students with the opportunity to create a unique pathway through the course, reinforcing skills and allowing students a chance to diversify on experience, and appreciate the wider context for which the related subjects of computing operates.

Career pathways

Our collaboration with industry and the industry placement scheme will provide you with the opportunity to be involved in new developments in the very dynamic and fast-moving web and mobile industry. You could find yourself working for a large software developer or the latest technology start-up - and with our focus on entrepreneurship, you could even start you own company.

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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. Partner Colleges or Advanced Entry Applicants who are interested in applying for advanced entry will be considered on an individual basis. Students who are interested in applying for this course as part of the Degree Link programme from one of our partner colleges will be contacted separately by the ACCESS RGU team. UCAS code: GW11.

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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