MA Secondary Education with Computing Science at University of Aberdeen

Programme overview

Spark a passion for STEM in the next generation of learners to help them discover a world of possibilities and develop essential skills to unlock their future careers. Our programme offers a flexible pathway to transition from college to university and build solid grounding in your specialist subject to become a secondary teacher in computing science. Please note applications are currently closed and will reopen for September 2027 entry.

Duration: 2 years (24 months) | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September | Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

Career pathways

Once you graduate, you will gain provisional registration to enter the GTCS induction scheme* for a one-year probationary teaching your specialism in a secondary school across Scotland. Once you have completed your probationary year, you will meet the standard for full registration as a secondary teacher.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements Qualifications The information below is provided as a guide only and does not guarantee entry to the University of Aberdeen. The information displayed in this section shows a shortened summary of our entry requirements. For more information, or for full entry requirements for Education degrees, see our detailed entry requirements section.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,820 a year (2026/27). Home fee for students from Scotland. Source

International applicants: GBP 20,800 a year (2026/27). EU / international fee. Reduced rate (Self-funded Students): £14,800. Source

Intake: September

Duration: 2 years (24 months)

Apply through the official page: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/ucas-application-process/

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