Computer Science MSci (Hons)
University of Birmingham
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Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)

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SEP-25

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5 Years

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Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)

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Our Computer Science with an Industrial Year MSci degree programme prepares you at every stage for your future career in industry or research. The course enables you to delve into specialist areas of your interest and gain valuable industrial experience to ensure you stand out in future applications.At the University of Birmingham we recognise that today’s computer scientists are in high demand and have a range of expertise. We also know that at this point in time it is essential that the ...Read more

Our Computer Science with an Industrial Year MSci degree programme prepares you at every stage for your future career in industry or research. The course enables you to delve into specialist areas of your interest and gain valuable industrial experience to ensure you stand out in future applications.At the University of Birmingham we recognise that today’s computer scientists are in high demand and have a range of expertise. We also know that at this point in time it is essential that the course you choose meets your future career aspirations. That’s why our Computer Science with an Industrial Year MSci degree offers a balance of general computer science with practical software engineering and the opportunity to tailor your degree to suit your interests so that you leave us prepared for a career in industry or research.Our Computer Science with an Industrial Year MSci degree programme is structured to provide you with a solid grounding in fundamental computer science to ensure you are equipped to meet the challenges of your individual and group projects – which will help prepare you for a successful career in industry or research.The transition to University level learning can be difficult which is why in your first year you will study the key components of computer science to ensure you have a solid understanding of the subject.

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WUSCA ranking:
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44/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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Source: Complete University Guide 2025
6th
CUG Ranking
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13th
Computer Science
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
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Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
10%
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95%
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Computer Science graduate salary at this uni
£30,000
UK Computer Science graduate salary
£25,000
What students say
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25 Jan 25

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Entry requirements

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A level:

A*AA Grades / Points required

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

32 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

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A level Mathematics grade A required. If you are taking any reformed science A levels, which include Biology, Chemistry and Physics taught from 2015, you must pass the practical element. General Studies or or Critical Thinking not accepted.

Accepted in place of A levels with the following grade equivalencies: D2 = A*; D3 = A; M2 = B. Combinations of A levels and Principle subjects are accepted. NB required subjects must be offered (see A level Section)

7, 6, 6 required at Higher Level (including 6 in Mathematics), with a minimum of 32 points overall. We also require 5 in Standard Level English.

D*D* plus A-level Maths at Grade A*BTEC Extended Diploma/Diploma qualifications will only be considered if accompanied by A level Mathematics.

Accepted in place of a non-required A level with the equivalent grade.

Popular A-level subjects

Computer Science

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Mathematics
95%
Physics
60%
Computing
57%
Further Mathematics
44%
Chemistry
24%
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£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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Academic and Student Division Birmingham B15 2TT United Kingdom
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