Computer Science MSc

University College Birmingham · Birmingham, United Kingdom

MScEnglish90 ECTS1 yearOn CampusFull-time

This Master programme in Computer Science provides advanced training in algorithms, software engineering, artificial intelligence, computer systems, and research methods. Students develop technical expertise through projects, research dissertations, and industry collaborations. Graduates work as software engineers, systems architects, AI developers, and researchers in tech companies and academia.

Key facts

Tuition (EU / EEA students): £17,500/year
Tuition (Non-EU students): £17,500/year
Application deadlines (EU / EEA students): 2027-01-18
Application deadlines (Non-EU students): 2027-01-18
Duration: 1 year
ECTS credits: 90
Language: English
Study format: On Campus
Starts: 01 September 2027
Intake: February / September

Admission requirements

Entry requirements

Honours degree minimum 2:2 (or equivalent) and/or professional qualifications or substantial management experience (course-dependent; MBA also requires possible interview). International academic entry assessed via UCB Country Specific Information pages.

Required documents

Online direct application form (register at UCB portal); Degree certificates and transcripts; Proof of English language (IELTS/TOEFL/LanguageCert etc.); Passport copy; References/personal statement per course requirements; Documents for visa (CAS stage): financial evidence

Application deadlines

EU / EEA students

2027-01-18

Non-EU students

2027-01-18

Programme overview

DegreeMSc
Duration1 year
ECTS90
LanguageEnglish
Study formatOn Campus
PaceFull-time
CountryUnited Kingdom
FacultyCollege of Food Bluebell Wood Treatment Rooms Sport and E

Official university

University College Birmingham

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What will it actually cost?

Tuition plus the legal minimum proof-of-funds for United Kingdom, over 1 year of study.

EU & Non-EU	Tuition	Living	Total
EU & Non-EU	£17,500	—	needs the fee

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