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MSc - Master of Science
Newcastle University
Full Time
SEP-25
12 months
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MSc - Master of Science
Newcastle University
Full Time
SEP-25
12 months
MSc - Master of Science
Newcastle University
Part Time
SEP-25
24 months
Select a an exam type
Our Advanced Computer Science MSc provides you with training in a range of emerging computer science topics that will underpin your future career in computing.
About this course
You'll be suitable for this course if you're an honours graduates within computing science. You can also be a graduate from a discipline with a significant computing component such as:
engineering
systems engineering
mathematics
We also value relevant industrial computing experience and transferable skills.
We provide flexible study options so you can tailor your module choices to match your interests and skills. You can select from a wide range of taught modules in the first half of the course and then select your own focus for the final project.
Comprehensive computer science research training will help to develop your skills in computer and information systems. This provides a basis for PhD study. You'll also develop your technical and professional skills to underpin personal development and future career success.
What you'll learn
We teach the topics covered at an advanced level and they have close links to the research strengths of the School. We will introduce you to the latest developments in the fields covered. You will focus on both the theory and application of the associated techniques. The topics covered include:
advanced programming
distributed algorithms
information management
safety and dependable systems
security and trust
formal modelling and system validation
internet programming
human factors engineering
A team project is also incorporated into the course to provide an opportunity for the development of team working skills.
A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in computing science (though students who have a 2:2 with strong, relevant industrial experience will be considered). We also accept subjects with a significant computing component, such as: engineering; systems engineering; mathematics.
Students living in
Domestic
£14,000 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£30,600 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£30,600 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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