Duration: 3 Years Full Time

Mode of Delivery: Face to face

Awarding Institution: GBS HE Malta

Awarded Qualification: BSc (Hons) Computer Science and Information Technology

Level: Comparable to Malta Qualifications Framework (MQF) / European Qualifications Framework (EQF) Level 6

MQRIC Accredited Status: Accredited

Locations: Malta

Accreditation Category: Higher Education Programme

Language of Instruction: English

The BSc (Hons) Computer Science and Information Technology course provides students with a solid foundation in programming, computer systems, and software design. In the first year, students learn basic programming, study hardware, and explore algorithms, networking, and mathematics for computing. The Group Project allows practical, team-based application of skills.

In the second year, students enhance their programming expertise and delve into advanced topics such as cybersecurity, cloud computing, and data science. They explore operating systems, artificial intelligence, and software engineering principles to design large-scale systems.

In the final year, students undertake a significant Final Year Project, involving research, design, development, and testing. They also study user experience design, machine learning, AI, and DevOps principles, preparing them for cutting-edge software development. The course covers emerging technologies, equipping students with the knowledge and practical experience required for diverse careers in the computing and IT industries.

Our Bsc(Hons) Computer Science and Information Technology is assessed and accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA) and aligned with the Malta Qualifications Framework (MQF).

Our programme is approved under the Malta Get Qualified Scheme, which allows students to claim back up to 70% of their tuition fees as tax credits after graduation. This government-backed initiative applies to programmes recognised at MQF Level 3 or higher. To be eligible for the refund, graduates must live and work in Malta for at least two years following the completion of their studies. This makes higher education in Malta both more affordable and financially rewarding.

GBS Malta is now an AWS Academy Approved Educator, giving our students direct access to Amazon Web Services’ industry-recognised cloud curriculum. Through this partnership, learners in eligible IT programmes benefit from hands-on cloud labs, AWS-authored courses, and certification pathways that build real-world, job-ready skills. This milestone reinforces our commitment to practical, career-focused education that prepares students for high-growth careers in cloud computing.

MQF Level 5 Year 1 Full Time

• Programming 1 (Basic Programming)
• Fundamentals of Computer Systems
• Algorithms and Software Design
• Mathematics for Computing
• Networking Technologies
• Group Project in Computer Science

MQF Level 5 Year 2 Full Time

• Programming 2: Advanced Programming
• Security Systems, Solutions and Practice
• Cloud Technologies and Cloud Storage
• Operating Systems: Principles and Practices
• Data Science and Introduction to AI
• Software Engineering and Design

MQF Level 6

• User Experience Design Principles
• Machine Learning and AI
• DevOps and Cloud Computing
• Emerging Technologies
• Final Year Project

Credits needed to earn the degree:

• ECTS Credits: 60 ECTS/year
• UK Credits: 120 Credits/year

Assessment will be through a range of different types of coursework. The range of coursework assessment will include: essays, case studies, Group and individual presentations, posters, team work, project proposal and project report.

Formative and summative approaches to assessment will be employed. Formative assessment tasks will be used in all modules and will be aimed at supporting students to understand and prepare for the module summative assessment requirements. In this way, students with different learning styles and abilities will be able to gain a good understanding of the summative assessment requirements and on their journey to submitting their summative assessments.

Assignment briefs will be produced for each of the summative assessments required by each of the modules on this programme. Assignment briefs will set out the learning outcomes being assessed, appropriate material, context, etc. for the assignment. Suggested reading will include book chapters, published articles, weblinks to companies, and case studies, as appropraite, to the assignment brief. Each assignment brief will include marking/grading criteria so that participants have a clear understanding of what is required to pass the assessment and what is required to achieve higher grades. Grading of a participants assessment will be made using the pass, merit, distinction and fail criteria common to MQF/EQF Level 4 programmes of study.

Feedback will be provided to each student on their assessed work identifying both areas of strength and areas that could be improved. Where a fail grade is awarded the student will recieve detailed feedback on the reasons for awarding such a grade and the areas that would need to be addressed for improvement.

At the end of the programme, the learner will have acquired the responsibility and autonomy to:

• Use multiple programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C++) and design, implement, and test software systems.
• Be responsible for implementing version control, debugging, and software lifecycle management.
• Show mastery of algorithms and data structures and problem-solving abilities to optimise computational efficiency.
• Be responsible for working with operating systems, including their architecture and functionality.
• Show competence in database design, query optimisation, and management.
• Use data analytics and derive critical insights from large datasets.
• Apply security principles and encryption techniques, and identify and mitigate cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
• Analyse and solve problems analytically, leading to innovative solutions.
• Manage IT projects including planning, execution, evaluation, and working in teams.

The learner will be able to:

• Critically apply proficiency in multiple programming languages and software development practices.
• Design efficient algorithms, analyse their complexity, and solve computational problems.
• Evaluate and apply fundamental data structures and algorithms in problem solving.
• Apply knowledge of database systems, relational design, SQL querying, administration, and data modeling.
• Analyse and apply computer network principles and cybersecurity concepts (e.g., threat detection, cryptography, access control).
• Apply software engineering principles including design, testing, maintenance, and project management.
• Understand operating system concepts such as process management, memory, file systems, and device management.
• Critically evaluate AI and machine learning concepts including supervised learning and neural networks.
• Show proficiency in web development and server-side scripting languages.
• Use data cleaning, analysis, and visualisation techniques.
• Apply ethical and professional responsibility, and adhere to professional codes and standards.

All applicants to the BSc (Hons) Computer Science and Information Technology programme will be required to attend an admissions interview. This may take place at the GBS Malta campus or via virtual platforms.

To be considered for a place on this programme, applicants are expected to meet the following admissions criteria: possession of a qualification at, or equivalent to, MFHEA MQF Level 4, with at least one subject in computing, information technology, or a related field.

English Language requirements

An accepted English language test must be taken within 2 years of your start date.

An honours degree in computer science and information technology opens up a wide array of career opportunities in private, public and not-for-profit sectors. Some of the occupations that this programe prepares graduates with this degree for include the following:

• Software Developer/Engineer
• Systems Analyst
• Network Administrator/Engineer
• Database Administrator
• Cybersecurity Analyst/Engineer
• IT Consultant
• Web Developer/Designer
• IT Project Manager
• Data Scientist
• Cloud Engineer
• AI/Machine Learning Engineer