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MPhil - Master of Philosophy
Bay Campus
Full Time
APR-25
2 years
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MPhil - Master of Philosophy
Bay Campus
Full Time
JAN
2 years
MPhil - Master of Philosophy
Bay Campus
Full Time
JUL-25
2 years
MPhil - Master of Philosophy
Bay Campus
Full Time
APR-25
2 years
MPhil - Master of Philosophy
Bay Campus
Part Time
JUL-25
4 years
MPhil - Master of Philosophy
Bay Campus
Part Time
JAN
4 years
MPhil - Master of Philosophy
Bay Campus
Part Time
APR-25
4 years
Select a an exam type
COURSE OVERVIEW
You will undertake an individual computer science research project over one, two or three years, supported by our internationally renowned experts. The project will be shaped by your participation in research activities such as seminars, workshops, laboratory activity and fieldwork, as well as your involvement in one of our established research groups.
Computer Science at Swansea University is widely acknowledged as a leading UK department, with a raft of rankings reflecting teaching and research excellence.
Programme Summary
This MPhil in Computer Science at Swansea will enable you to undertake a substantial project led by your own interests. It is a highly respected qualification which can present a career in academia or a wider scope for employment in fields such as education, government or the private sector. A thesis of 60,000 words will be submitted for assessment demonstrating original research with a substantive contribution to the subject area. The Masters is examined following an oral examination of the thesis (a viva voce examination or viva). You will acquire research skills for high-level work and skills and training programmes are available on campus for further support. There will be an opportunity to deliver presentations to research students and staff at departmental seminars and conferences.
Programme Aims
This Masters programme will provide students with:
The opportunity to conduct high quality postgraduate research in a world leading research environment.
Key skills needed to undertake advanced academic and non-academic research including qualitative and quantitative data analysis.
Advanced critical thinking, intellectual curiosity and independent judgement.
Programme Structure
The programme comprises three key elements:
Entry and confirmation of candidature
Main body of research
Thesis and viva voce examination
The programme comprises of the undertaking of an original research project of 2 years duration full time (4 years duration part time). Students may pursue the programme either full time or part time by pursuing research at the University at an external place of employment or with/at a University approved partner.
Applicants for MPhil must normally hold an undergraduate degree at 2.1 level in Computer Science, Mathematics or a closely related discipline (or Non-UK equivalent as defined by Swansea University).
Students living in
Domestic
£4,712 per year
Students from Domestic
Jan, Apr or Jul 2024: £4,712; Oct 2024 or Jan, Apr or Jul 2025: £4,800. Tuition fees for years of study after your first year are subject to an increase of 3%.
£20,800 per year
Students from EU
Jan, Apr or Jul 2024: £20,800; Oct 2024 or Jan, Apr or Jul 2025: £21,850. Tuition fees for years of study after your first year are subject to an increase of 3%.
£20,800 per year
Students from International
Jan, Apr or Jul 2024: £20,800; Oct 2024 or Jan, Apr or Jul 2025: £21,850. Tuition fees for years of study after your first year are subject to an increase of 3%.
Located on the stunning Swansea Bay coastline, this Welsh university provides easy access to the city centre, as well as to the beaches...