Digital Development
Award
BSc
Duration & study mode
1 year full-time
School
Computing, Engineering & Physical Sciences
Ucas code
0613
Course starting dates
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New College Lanarkshire: September
Last updated: 20/02/2025
Overview
Delivered via the Undergraduate School, the BSc Digital development degree programme is a unique partnership between UWS and New College Lanarkshire.
This cutting-edge programme is designed to provide you both with a solid foundation in theory, tools, and concepts as well as to acquaint you with the newest processes required for the ever-changing IT sector.
With the ability to specialise in two disciplines, namely, Software Development and Web Design, our programme ensures that you stay at the forefront of innovation, equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in industry.
Course highlights
- With a strong focus on industry, this programme will help you build a portfolio to showcase to employers.
- The programme has strong links with industry, including major companies like IBM, Leidos, Arnold Clark, and Edge Testing.
- Guest talks from industry professionals will provide you with an insight to working in software, web and mobile environments.
- Regular career events are organised throughout the programme to provide network-building opportunities.
- The BSc Digital Development course has modules accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS).
Careers
As well as establishing their own leadership in the software and mobile app industry, graduates from UWS/NCL BSc Digital Development programme have gone on to gain employment in industry-leading companies, including IBM, Leidos, Arnold Clark, and Edge Testing.
Entry requirements
Year 3
SQA HND/BTEC Level 5 HND
Software Development; Digital Design; Web Development.
Teaching & Assessment
The BSc Digital Development programme is predominately project-based, with an emphasis on problem-solving, project management, and innovative skills. Though many assignments are individual, project work is designed to prepare you for the world of work, particularly in software development and web design environment.
Course details
Bringing together core modules covering key concepts for the contemporary digital world, this degree programme ensures that you will be well equipped with the skills and knowledge to confidently thrive in industry. Moreover, you will have the opportunity to follow your passion within computing science by specialising in one of two disciplines: software development or web design.
Software Development
Unleash your coding prowess and dive deep into the world of software development. Our programme develops your expertise and skill to help you design, build, and maintain trustworthy software applications. From fundamental programming languages to advanced software engineering principles, you'll gain hands-on experience in creating scalable and efficient solutions.
Web Design
Craft captivating and user-centric digital experiences with our Web Design specialism. Develop a keen eye for aesthetics and a solid understanding of user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design principles. From concept to execution, learn to create visually stunning and functional websites.
Year 3
The emphasis is on advanced techniques in software and mobile app development as well as internet scripting. You will also explore the key techniques of machine learning and develop your skills in project management and professional practices.
Apply Directly to UWS
If you are applying only to the BSc Digital Development programme, please apply directly to UWS.
Apply via UCAS
If you are applying to more than one programme, please apply via UCAS.
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