Undergraduate Degrees

Computing

MA, Single Honours

Are you excited by the possibilities of quantum computing, blockchain, encryption, data science, machine learning and other emerging artificial intelligence (AI) technologies such as ChatGPT?

A degree in Computing offers excellent career prospects across a wide variety of exciting sectors from e-commerce and fintech to healthcare and telecommunications.

This MA Computing degree covers the same core computing courses as taken in the BSc Computing Science degree programme. You will also have the option to follow a range of arts-based courses.

Computing Science

BSc, Single Honours

Are you excited by the possibilities of quantum computing, blockchain, encryption, data science, machine learning and other emerging artificial intelligence (AI) technologies such as ChatGPT?

A degree in Computing Science offers excellent career prospects across a wide variety of exciting sectors from e-commerce and fintech to healthcare and telecommunications.

At Aberdeen, you will develop practical skills in software development, programming, modelling and web development before moving on to study topics including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, machine learning and data mining.

Computing Science (5 years)

MEng, Single Honours

The MEng Computing Science is a five-year integrated Master's degree which combines our four-year BSc Computing Science with an additional year of postgraduate level study. The extra year allows you to build on your strengths in solving real-world problems while further developing your expertise in areas including artificial intelligence, machine learning and cybersecurity.

Computing Science with Industrial Placement

MSci, Single Honours

The 5-year MSci is an integrated Master's programme that adds a year-long placement in industry to the 4-year BSc Computing Science degree.

Computing Science (Cybersecurity)

MEng, Single Honours

The MEng Computing Science is a five-year integrated Master's degree that combines our four-year BSc Computing Science with an additional year of postgraduate study. This extra year enables you to deepen your expertise in cybersecurity.

Computing Science (Artificial Intelligence)

MEng, Single Honours

The MEng Computing Science (Artificial Intelligence) is a five-year integrated Master's programme that combines our four-year BSc Computing Science with an additional year of postgraduate-level study. This extra year enhances your ability to solve real-world problems while deepening your expertise in the growing field of AI.

Data Science

BSc, Single Honours

Are you excited by the rapid advancements in big data, predictive analytics, and AI technologies such as ChatGPT? Are you looking to study a subject that can unlock tremendous social and economic benefits and is highly sought after by employers?

The BSc Data Science programme equips you with the skills for an exciting career in data analytics, data engineering, machine learning or AI.

Computing Science and Physics

BSc, Joint Honours

This degree brings together two very closely linked subjects and offers a tremendous degree programme to those with a strong interest in both.

Computing and Music

MA, Joint Honours

This degree is a perfect combination for students who have a strong interest in music; perhaps more specifically music production. Understanding key computing courses such as programming will offer students the chance to move in to careers like music production and sound engineering, where strong computing skills will be of benefit.

Computing Science and Mathematics

BSc, Joint Honours

This degree is ideal for students who have a strong interest and skill in mathematics but want to understand the applied nature of it to the computing science industry.

Secondary Education with Computing Science

MA, Major-Minor Honours

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.

Law with Computing Science

LLB, Joint Honours

As technology advances legal practice is increasingly evolving to embrace the advantages of computing science. This degree programme combines two critical educational assets, a qualifying degree in law from a Top 10 UK Law School (Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023) and the ability to program computers and work with advanced data systems.

Business Management and Information Systems

BSc, Joint Honours

Business Management and Information Systems at Aberdeen brings together a solid grounding in business, people and organisations with in-depth study of how organisations of all sizes and in all sectors use information systems and technology as vital tools for business success. This excellent combination of subjects, with invaluable input from industry and emphasis on teamwork, has a brilliant track record in securing employment for our graduates with major blue-chip companies.

Business Management and Information Systems

MA, Joint Honours

Business Management and Information Systems at Aberdeen brings together a solid grounding in business, people and organisations with in depth study of how organisations of all sizes and in all sectors use information systems and technology as vital tools for business success. This excellent combination of subjects, with invaluable input from industry and emphasis on teamwork, has a brilliant track record in securing employment for our graduates with major blue-chip companies.

Engineering in Electronic and Software Engineering

MEng, Single Honours

Electrical and Electronic Engineering is at the core of the modern world, from computers, to digital circuits, photonics and a wealth of electronics.

These degrees offer a unique combination of complementary knowledge and skills in Electronic and Software Engineering.

Engineering (Electronic and Software)

BEng, Single Honours

Software Engineering at Aberdeen encompasses both the theory as well as the practice of computing, with special emphasis given to Distributed Information Systems and Knowledge Technologies.

Electrical and Electronic Engineering

MEng, Single Honours

Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE) is fundamental to modern society, encompassing everything from advanced computer systems and digital circuits to photonics and cutting-edge technologies like automated cars, robotics, medical equipment, and the next generation of mobile data transmission.

Business Management and Mathematics

MA, Joint Honours

Business Management and Mathematics at Aberdeen is an excellent combination to develop the range of skills sought by employers, such as logical and analytical thinking, reasoning and argument. These skills will set you apart as an outstanding candidate with the potential to go right to the top in whichever sector you choose.

Mathematics and Physics

BSc, Joint Honours

There has never been a more exciting time to study Mathematics and Physics. Our 4th Industry Revolution is bringing incredibly exciting innovations. Traditionally Mathematics supported design of roads, aeroplanes, pharmaceuticals, renewables, meteorology, banking, statistics, and more. Combined with Physics you can innovate in signal processing (IOT), medical devices, instrumentation, software, quantum technologies, autonomous vehicles, quantum computing, artificial intelligence and more.