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MSc - Master of Science
Bay Campus
Full Time
OCT
1 year
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MSc - Master of Science
Bay Campus
Full Time
OCT
1 year
MSc - Master of Science
Bay Campus
Full Time
JUL-25
1 year
MSc - Master of Science
Bay Campus
Full Time
APR-25
1 year
MSc - Master of Science
Bay Campus
Full Time
JAN-25
1 year
MSc - Master of Science
Bay Campus
Part Time
JAN-25
2 years
MSc - Master of Science
Bay Campus
Part Time
JUL-25
2 years
MSc - Master of Science
Bay Campus
Part Time
APR-25
2 years
MSc - Master of Science
Bay Campus
Part Time
OCT
2 years
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COURSE OVERVIEW
You will undertake an individual computer science research project over 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.
All postgraduate Computer Science programmes give you the transferable skills and knowledge to capitalise on the burgeoning and ever-evolving technology industry.
Programme Summary
This MSc by Research in Computer Science at Swansea will enable you to undertake a research project led by your own interests. It is a highly respected qualification which can enable a future career in academia or a wider scope for employment in fields such as education, government or the private sector. A thesis of 40,000 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.
Programme Aims
This Masters programme will provide students with:
Applicants for MSc by Research must normally hold an undergraduate degree at 2.1 level (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...