International Year Two (Computing Science)

A second year degree programme at The University Of Aberdeen for international students. Available for selected undergraduate degrees in Computing Science

• Location
  Aberdeen
  United Kingdom
• Progression
  The University Of Aberdeen
• Rankings & Awards
  United Kingdom: 12th
  Satisfaction: 85.7%
  World: 250th
• Start Dates
  Jan, Sep
  3 Terms
  Next start date: 22 Sep 2025
• Course Fees
  From £19,900
• Visa Considerations
  Integrated Visa
  Non-UKVI English Tests Accepted
• Course Provider
  University of Aberdeen International Study Centre

• Why Choose This Course?
  
  • Equivalent to the second year of an undergraduate degree at the University of Aberdeen. Guaranteed entry to third year of a four year degree on successful completion.
  • Study at a world class university! Founded in 1495, Aberdeen is the 5th oldest university in the UK and is ranked amongst the top 200 in the world!
  • High ranking across a wide range of popular subjects.
  • A historic campus located 10 minutes from Aberdeen city centre and near to beautiful countryside, beaches and rugged coastline.
  • Live and study in the heart of Scotland, famous for its scenery, historic castles and nightlife.

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About This Course

The International Year Two (Computing Science) offers second year admission to a four year bachelor's degree at The University Of Aberdeen. It is available for selected undergraduate degrees and is specially designed for international students who do not meet the standard requirements for year 2 admission.

During the course, you will study a full second year curriculum, but with additional support to improve your academic and study skills. Students who do not meet the standard English requirements for The University Of Aberdeen will also benefit from enhanced English language support.

On successful completion of this programme, you can progress directly to the third year of selected bachelor's degrees in Computing Science. Progression is guaranteed for students who achieve the module scores required for their chosen progression degree.

Note: Students studying this course will benefit from a single study visa¹, which will be valid for the duration of the entire programme. That means you will not have to apply for a new visa when you progress from the International Year One.

Admission Requirements

Academic	Completion of high school plus one year of further study, for example AS Level (DD+) or a University Foundation Course.
English	IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent. A wide range of English qualifications are accepted for this course.

Start Dates And Progression

Start Date	End Date	Progression
Sep 2025	Jun 2026	Sep 2026
Jan 2026	Aug 2026	Sep 2026

Progression Options

On successful completion of this course, you are guaranteed progression to one of the following undergraduate programmes at The University Of Aberdeen.

• BSc Business Management & Information Systems
• BSc Computing Science
• MA Computing

 
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¹ A single study visa is available to students who meet the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) English requirement for degree level study, which is IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent.