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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Central area campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
11-SEP-23
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Duration
4 Years
Course summary
This joint programme draws on Edinburgh's joint strength in computational physics and informatics.
You will develop a strong interdisciplinary background, covering relevant topics in both computer science and physics. And you will have the chance to study topics that cross both fields, for example computational simulation of physical systems.
How will I learn?
You will be taught through a combination of:
- lectures
- tutorials
- practical classes
In your later years in the School of Informatics, you will spend more time working on projects that involve:
- building computer systems from scratch
- developing systems
- doing experimental work
- working on theoretical topics with guidance from your supervisor
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed by:
- coursework assignments
- larger projects
- exams
You will undertake some project work individually and some together with other students.
Career opportunities
Our graduates have excellent career prospects in the IT industry and beyond.
Graduates comfortably secure roles such as:
- software engineer
- hardware engineer
- app developer
- web developer
- programmer
And increasingly, as data analyst/scientist or business analyst in the financial sector.
Application deadline
25 January
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Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
Entry requirements
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QUALIFICATION TYPE
A level : AAB - A*A*A*
Required subjects: A Levels: Mathematics at A and Physics at B. Your Mathematics qualifications must have been achieved no more than two academic years prior to entry. GCSEs: English at C or 4.
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