# Robert Gordon University

> Robert Gordon University is a recognised Scottish degree-awarding university in Aberdeen. Its BSc (Hons) Computer Science is an on-campus, full-time route with September entry or January entry through its International College, published international tuition of £18,940 for 2026/2027, and an optional paid placement year.

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- Last reviewed: 2026-07-12
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## Key facts

- Location: Aberdeen, [United Kingdom](https://www.studentstraffic.com/countries/united-kingdom)
- Type: Public
- Established: 1992
- Official website: https://www.rgu.ac.uk/
- Published programmes on Students Traffic: 1

## Recognition and approvals

- Scottish Government — recognised body with degree-awarding powers
- British Computer Society — accredited Computer Science degree
- Verify: [Scottish Government recognised bodies](https://www.gov.scot/policies/universities/)
- Verify: [RGU Computer Science accreditation](https://www.rgu.ac.uk/study/courses/bsc-hons-computer-science)

## Programmes

| Programme | Course | Duration | Medium | Tuition per year |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [BSc (Hons) Computer Science](https://www.studentstraffic.com/rgu-bsc-computer-science) | B.E./B.Tech CSE | 4 years | English | £18,940 (2026/2027) |

## Why students choose it

- A four-year BSc (Hons) route with a published optional industrial-placement year.
- BCS accredits the programme for Chartered IT Professional and Engineering Council academic requirements.
- The 2026/2027 international fee is published course-by-course rather than as a general estimate.

## Things to consider

- International tuition is £18,940 per year for 2026/2027, with a £50 materials charge and separate living costs.
- The placement route is optional and placements are not guaranteed.
- January international entry is through International College at Robert Gordon University, not the direct September route.

## Best fit for

- Applicants seeking a Scotland-based computer-science degree with programming, systems and project work.
- Students who meet the academic route or can use RGU's International College pathway.
- Applicants planning for a September start or a January International College entry point.

## Campus and city

Computer Science is delivered through RGU's School of Computing, Engineering and Technology. The course page identifies a cyber-security lab, nine IT labs with 335 desktop workstations, and project computing labs for honours-year work.

Aberdeen is the study location. RGU's 2026/2027 planning guide lists university accommodation at £109–£189 per week, food and toiletries at about £50 per week, bus travel at £2.25 per journey, and books or stationery at £25–£40 per month. Tuition is separate from these figures.

The four-year route includes programming, databases, web development, data structures and algorithms, then modern programming paradigms, Internet of Things and AI-enabled systems. An optional paid summer or 12-month placement is supported by a dedicated coordinator and placement supervisor; placements are not guaranteed.


## Hostel, food and safety

RGU publishes 2026/2027 accommodation options from £109.13 per week for a 42-week Woolmanhill standard room to £189.56 per week for a 42-week ensuite room at Crathie Student Village. Lease length, room type and availability determine the final cost.

RGU's 2026/2027 living-cost guide estimates food and toiletries at about £50 per week and eating out at £7–£15 per meal. It does not present a compulsory university meal plan for this course.

RGU's Student Immigration Team supports international students through the CAS and visa process. The course page also identifies the Inclusion Centre for applicants who disclose a disability, long-term condition, mental-health issue or specific learning difference.

Students have Moodle access for learning resources and interaction with tutors and classmates. RGU also lists study-skills support for academic writing, time management, maths, statistics and IT, alongside library workshops and drop-ins.


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Robert Gordon University recognised in Scotland?

Yes. The Scottish Government lists Robert Gordon University as a recognised higher-education body with degree-awarding powers.

### How long is BSc Computer Science at RGU?

The standard on-campus full-time route is four years. A four-year route with an additional one-year placement is also published.

### What is the 2026/2027 international tuition fee?

RGU lists £18,940 per year for international students on this course for 2026/2027. The page also lists a £50 materials charge and separate accommodation and living costs.

### What English score does RGU require?

Applicants whose first language is not English need IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5, or an accepted equivalent.

### How can international students apply?

First-year applicants can use UCAS or RGU's direct application route. International fee-paying students seeking January entry apply through the International College at Robert Gordon University.

### Is a placement guaranteed?

No. The course offers optional paid summer or 12-month placements, supported by a coordinator and supervisor, but RGU states that placements are not guaranteed.

### What does the course cover?

RGU describes object-oriented design, systems development, programming, databases, web development, data structures, algorithms, AI-enabled systems and a substantial honours project.

### What should I budget for accommodation?

RGU's 2026/2027 accommodation guide lists university rooms from £109.13 to £189.56 per week across named room types and locations; contract length changes the total.


## Sources

- [RGU BSc Computer Science course page](https://www.rgu.ac.uk/study/courses/bsc-hons-computer-science) (checked 2026-07-25)
- [RGU international students](https://www.rgu.ac.uk/study/international-students) (checked 2026-07-25)
- [RGU accommodation costs](https://www.rgu.ac.uk/life-at-rgu/accommodation/costs-of-accommodation) (checked 2026-07-25)
- [Scottish Government recognised bodies](https://www.gov.scot/policies/universities/) (checked 2026-07-25)

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