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HomeEdinburgh Napier UniversityBEng Computer Systems & Networks

BEng Computer Systems & Networks

Edinburgh Napier University
Full-time4 YearsYear AbroadSubject: Computer Science
Course Score
B /68
Graduate Salary
£25,500
Satisfaction
80%
Degree Completion
65%
Professional Jobs
85%
Meaningful Work
90%

AI & Your Career

Based on real AI use at work (Anthropic research, 2026)

53%
High AI impact

Average across where this course's graduates actually work

AI is already doing some of the work in these jobs. People who learn to use AI tools will have a real edge, though the more routine roles may thin out over time.

AI impact by graduate destination

Information Technology72%
Administrative55%
Business and public service associate48%
Science, engineering and technology associate40%
Sales40%

🧭 Career Trajectories

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Expected Starting Salary

bottom quartile nationally

Typical starting salary for Computer Science graduates

Start
Sep 2027
Graduate
2031
First job
~2032
£25,500
typical starting salary
£25,000
£31,500
Brightest = where most graduates land · fades where fewer earn that amount
· Computer Science graduates nationally earn £19,000-£70,000 (634 courses)

HESA Graduate Outcomes survey · includes all graduates regardless of career path chosen

Where Graduates Work

Top job roles graduates enter after this course

01
Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
★ Professional
45%
02
Information Technology Professionals
★ Professional
35%
03
Administrative occupations
5%
04
Sales occupations
5%
05
Business and public service associate professionals
★ Professional
5%

Outcomes

65%
Continuation
85%
Professional Work
90%
Meaningful Role
80%
Career On Track

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