Direct entry to second year Computer Science BSc (Hons) 2018 entry
It is possible for students applying for the single Honours BSc in Computer Science to enter directly into the second year of study, meaning you will complete your degree in only three years instead of four.
This option is offered to well-qualified students with excellent qualifications.
Students who enter directly to second year will take modules required by the Computer Science BSc programme from second year on, with the exception that they will take an accelerated version of the Foundations of Computation module. It includes necessary background material from core first-year modules, as well as the same content as the Foundations of Computation module.
Direct entry students will have the opportunity to study abroad during their second year of study.
To find out more information, or to discuss the possibility of direct entry to second year, please contact the School of Computer Science by emailing admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
Joint degree options
Direct entry into second year is also possible for the following joint Honours degrees:
- Computer Science and Mathematics (UCAS code: GG14)
- Computer Science and Statistics (UCAS code: GG34)
The course information below is for single Honours direct entry only. For more information about direct entry to joint degrees, please contact Admissions at admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
Contact
School of Computer Science
University of St Andrews
Jack Cole Building
North Haugh
St Andrews
KY16 9SX
Phone: +44 (0)1334 46 3253
For questions about the admissions process, please email admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk. For any other questions, please contact admissions-cs@st-andrews.ac.uk.
UCAS code
G400
Course type
Bachelor of Science (single Honours degree)
Course duration
Three years full time
- Start date: 10 September 2018
- End date: 30 June 2021
Entry requirements
The following are likely grades considered for an offer. St Andrews offers a variety of flexible entry options and considers all aspects of every application, including context, equivalent qualifications and the personal statement, and offers may be higher or lower than the grades stated here.
| SQA Advanced Highers and Highers |
AAAB at Highers, including A in Mathematics and an A in an approved science. Plus AB at Advanced Higher, including A in Mathematics and an approved science. Approved sciences include:
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| GCE A-Levels |
AAA, including Mathematics and one of the following:
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| IB points |
39, including an HL6 in Mathematics. Evidence of previous programming experience is also required. |
International applicants
If English is not your first language you will need an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum score of 6.0 in each component (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking), or an equivalent English Language qualification.
Do I need to have studied this subject before?
Applicants should have some experience in computer programming and may be asked to demonstrate this. Please contact the School of Computer Science by emailing admissions-cs@st-andrews.ac.uk for more information.
Faculty entry requirements
You must also meet the Faculty of Science minimum qualifications. These vary depending on which qualifications you hold.
SQA qualifications
GCSE qualifications
Other qualifications
Passes in other examinations at equivalent levels and subjects may be accepted by the Dean of the Faculty. More information on how to apply via other entry routes or accreditation of prior learning and experience can be found on the University’s entry requirements webpage.
Find out more about Faculty of Science entry requirements.
Timetables
St Andrews students must meet with their Adviser of Studies at the beginning of Semester 1 in September to complete advising – a compulsory part of the matriculation process. After module choices have been decided, a timetable will be allocated indicating the dates and times of classes.