MSc Advanced Computer Science (Online)

This course will enable you to enhance your career prospects or prepare for a programme of research that requires knowledge of more of the sub-discipline areas. You will have a wide range of taught modules from which to choose and will be expected to complete a major project that extends and applies what you have learnt in one or more of the taught modules they have taken.

Our online masters programme is designed to give you the up-to-date skills and knowledge sought after by employers, whether in business, industry, government or research. The MSc Advanced Computer Science course will equip you with in-depth knowledge and practical skills in varies specialist topics of computer science to an advanced depth enabling you to pursue your dream career.

Successful graduates may pursue a career in areas such as programming, artificial intelligence, cyber security, data science, or software engineering, pending on the knowledge and skill set gained through the optional modules the graduates choose and complete.

For admission to the MSc Advanced Computer Science (online):

A recent good Honours Degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science or cognate discipline;
Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate sufficient competence in English to benefit from the Programme. This is normally demonstrated by recognised awards equivalent to an overall IELTS score of 6.0 Candidates who do not satisfy these requirements will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Access to computer equipment with the following minimum specification.

Why choose this course?

One of a range of advanced courses within our postgraduate Master's programme in Computer Science, this particular course provides you with a specialism combining theoretical knowledge and practical skills in advanced computer science.
This MSc will help you develop skills using and critically evaluating a range of methods and tools currently employed in the specialist topics of computer science to advanced depth.
Gain an internationally recognised master's degree.
Flexible online learning allows you to fit study around your other commitments, without travel and accommodation costs.
Taught by a highly regarded and long-established computer science department.
Benefit from the same academic standards and quality control procedures as our equivalent on campus course.