Computer Technology courses

Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh

Msc Information Technology (software Systems) in Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh

  • Duration : 12 months
  • Intake : Sep
  • Level : Postgraduate
  • Tuition & fees : £ 22,264 Per Year
  • IELTS : 6.5
  • TOEFL :
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  • University Course Details URL : Visit Website


About Msc Information Technology (software Systems) in Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh

This programme imparts the understanding and skills to develop advanced software systems to professional standards.

Graduates can expect to find employment with software houses, IT companies, research and development divisions of companies, financial services organisations, defence contractors or government IT agencies, and as researchers or research students within universities.

Entry requirements

  • Entry requires a good honours degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics subject area. Candidates holding a little less than a good honours degree or its equivalent but with compensating qualifications or experience may be admitted to the Postgraduate Diploma programme. Transfer to the MSc will be possible later on if exam and course work are at MSc level. 

Heriot-Watt University Highlights

Year of Establishment 1821
University Type Public
Campus Setting Suburban
Establishment Year 1966
Endowment £8.9 million
Total Enrolment 30,000+
Mode of Program Full time, distance and online
Graduate job rate 80%

Heriot-Watt University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

International students applying through UCAS can find their exact tuition expenses by submitting the Fee Status Enquiry form. The cost of living will be determined by the course opted as well as the applicant's nationality. Edinburgh has a comparatively lower cost than other UK cities. Estimate cost of living on and off-campus for UK Campuses is tabulated below: 

Expenses Cost in Pounds(Monthly)
Hall Fees £500- £735
Food/Toiletries/Laundry £175
Social £140
Mobile Phone £25
Books and Equipment May vary
Travel £1.80/per bus ticket
Total £865- £1,100

Living in a rented flat may vary according to the type of accommodation and facilities being availed. The estimated monthly cost including food and travel is £923.

Know more about Studying in UK

Tuition Fees in UK (1st Year Average) MS: £17276 | MBA: £17276 | BE/Btech: £16632 | BBA: £15130 | BSc: £16632 | MFin: £19000 | MA: £15560 | MIM: £18241 | MEM: £16950 | MArch: £14271 | BHM: £12662 | MIS: £15344 | MEng: £12876 | MBBS: £28865| MPharm: £15452
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in UK £850 to £1,050 a month
Entrance Exams in UK TOEFL: 88 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 59 | GMAT: 590
Work and Study in UK Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in UK 2 Year after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in UK £348
Student Visa in UK Your nationality, duration of your stay and purpose of your stay are the three essential factors for UK visa. For Non-EU students UK visa is mandatory.
Intakes in UK There are mainly two intakes in UK: January/February & September/October.
Top Job Sectors in UK IT Engineering, Product Design, Mobile Development, Designers, Logistics, etc.
Economy in UK Growth Rate: 1.3% (2018) 1.4% (2019) 1.4% (2020e), 6th Largest Economy in the World by Nominal
Fees components - (1st year Fees and expense)

Tuition & fees :

£ 22,264

Total

£ 22,264