This part time BSc degree programme in computing from University of West of Scotland, while offering a range of vendor certified modules that can be integrated with your programme, such as Microsoft Certified IT Professional courses, CISCO CCNA and Certified Internet Worker (CIW), has been designed specifically to give students maximum flexibility in their studies.

Entry Requirements

3 Highers or appropriate experience, or First Steps at University. (mature students)

CertHE/HNC* in Computing related subject.
*Some HNCs are credited at 96 credits, additional credit required can be attained from the Level 7 20-credit portfolio.
DipHE/HND in Computing related subject (equivalent to 240 credits).

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This part-time flexible BSc degree in Information Technology from University of West of Scotland allows you to tailor your study to focus upon particular areas of IT. You can choose from modules covering a broad range of computing courses leading to a range of vendor certifications such as CISCO CCNA, MCITP, COMPTIA A+, Oracle PL/SQL, Developer Certified Associate and Certified Internet Worker (CIW). This will enhance your employability significantly.

Entry Requirements

Highers or appropriate experience, or First Steps at University. (mature students)

CertHE/HNC* in Computing related subject.
* Some HNCs are credited at 96 credits, additional credit required can be attained from the Level 7 portfolio
DipHE/HND in Computing related subject (equivalent to 240 credits).

Other Fees

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Study your MSc Accounting at University of the West of Scotland (UWS). This part-time, distance learning top-up course – which is aimed at professional accountants – will give you a deeper understanding of the complex issues facing the profession. It will offer you with the opportunity to enhance your career prospects and assist you in pursuing senior roles within accounting and finance by providing evidence of your intellectual and analytic abilities.

The MSc has been designed in consultation with professionals working in the sector. It is aimed at those who have the necessary knowledge and skills expected of a professional accountant – as evidenced by their membership of an appropriate professional body (see below) – who wish to augment and broaden their current skills by developing a deeper understanding of the key issues facing contemporary accounting.

You will develop enquiry skills and research abilities to enable you to consider and understand at a deeper level developments within accounting; adding value to your existing professional qualification by developing your critical awareness and understanding of accounting’s current issues, and preparing you for future debates within the discipline. Graduates who have acquired this deeper, theoretical knowledge will be of key interest to employers within the profession

Entry Requirements

All candidates must be current members of an IFAC-accredited professional body (for example, in the UK, candidates must be members of ICAS, ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA, AIA). Membership of an acceptable professional accounting body permits entry to the programme with advanced standing, such membership taken as being equivalent to 80 L11 credits.

Applicants may also be considered with other academic, vocational or professional qualifications deemed to be equivalent. University processes in relation to RPL/APEL will be followed.

International students:
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overall IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) and no less than 5.5 in any individual component.

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Study your MSc or PGDip in Financial Accounting at University of the West of Scotland (UWS). This course has been designed in collaboration with the accounting profession, this is a conversion Master’s course for graduates who have completed a first degree in any field of study and who now wish to build a career in financial accounting.Given the nature of modern business, this MSc may also be useful to graduates seeking a career in general management or management consultancy.

The course will provide a solid and advanced understanding of accounting principles and practice. You will develop the practical skills of financial accounting, supplemented by an understanding of the background within which accounting operates, which will give you the opportunity to change career path if you do not have a background in accounting.

Entry Requirements

Candidates for the Postgraduate Diploma should normally possess an Honours degree, or equivalent.

Candidates with an Ordinary degree may be considered for entry to the Postgraduate Certificate stage in the first instance.

Diploma students who satisfy the progression requirements will then be eligible to pursue the MSc.

Applicants may also be considered with other academic, vocational or professional qualifications deemed to be equivalent. University processes in relation to RPL/APEL will be followed.

International students:
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overall IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) and no less than 5.5 in any individual component.

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Study your MSc or PGDip in Management Accounting at University of the West of Scotland (UWS). This course has been developed in collaboration with the accounting profession and is a conversion Master’s course for graduates who have completed a first degree in any field of study and who now wish to build a career in management accounting. Given the nature of modern business, this MSc may also be useful to graduates seeking a career in general management or management consultancy.

Management accountants provide accounting information to managers within organisations to give them the crucial detail they need to make informed business decisions. The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants defines the profession as ‘combining accounting, finance and management with the leading edge techniques needed to drive successful businesses’.

Entry Requirements

Candidates for the Postgraduate Diploma should normally possess an Honours degree, or equivalent.

Candidates with an Ordinary degree may be considered for entry to the Postgraduate Certificate stage in the first instance.

Diploma students who satisfy the progression requirements will then be eligible to pursue the MSc.

Applicants may also be considered with other academic, vocational or professional qualifications deemed to be equivalent. University processes in relation to RPL/APEL will be followed.

International students:
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overall IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) and no less than 5.5 in any individual component.

Other Fees

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