Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh

Course Details

Mathematics and Computer Science BSc

Course Description

Fundamental ideas in pure and applied mathematics are developed together with key concepts in computer science. In addition to expertise in both subjects, the programme fosters the intellectual skills of analytical reasoning, systematic problem solving and the development and clear communication of ideas. Students studying Mathematics and Computer Science study roughly 50% Mathematics and 50% Computer Science. Those interested in a programme with a lesser computer science component can follow Mathematics with Computer Science (UCAS GIG4) the split in this case is 75/25.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
4year

Career outcomes

These are the most common jobs students go into six months after graduating: Business, research and administrative professionals Business and public service associate professionals Information technology and telecommunications professionals Administrative occupations Sales occupations Protective service occupations Customer service occupations Elementary occupations Architects, town planners and surveyors Skilled trades occupations

Mathematics and Computer Science BSc Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh