Advanced Computer Science

    Advanced Computer Science

    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 43,724 / year(s)
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026

    Advanced Computer Science

    About

    Course description

    Turn your fascination with how things work into a successful career in business or industry. We’ll give you an advanced education in the most up-to-date aspects of computer science and software engineering, informed by our wide-ranging research interests. Innovative project work will teach you how to apply your knowledge in the real world.

    Applying for this course

    We are no longer using a staged admissions process for this course. You can apply for this course in the usual way using our Postgraduate Online Application Form.

    Accreditation

    This course is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS). The course partially meets the requirements for Chartered Information Technology Professional (CITP) and partially meets the requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng).

    Disciplines

    Faculty of EngineeringDepartment of Computer Science

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Entry requirements

    Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a relevant subject.

    Subject requirements

    We accept degrees in the following subject areas:

    • Computer Engineering
    • Computer Science
    • Computer Technology
    • Computing
    • Information Technology
    • Software Engineering

    We also consider a wide range of international qualifications:

    Entry requirements for international students

    We assess each application on the basis of the applicant’s preparation and achievement as a whole. We may accept applicants whose qualifications don’t meet the published entry criteria but have other experience relevant to the course.

    The lists of required degree subjects and modules are indicative only. Sometimes we may accept subjects or modules that aren’t listed, and sometimes we may not accept subjects or modules that are listed, depending on the content studied.

    English language requirements

    IELTS 6.5 (with 6 in each component) or University equivalent.

    Pathway programme for international students

    If you're an international student who does not meet the entry requirements for this course, you have the opportunity to apply for a pre-masters programme in Science and Engineering at the University of Sheffield International College. This course is designed to develop your English language and academic skills. Upon successful completion, you can progress to degree level study at the University of Sheffield.

    If you have any questions about entry requirements, please contact the school/department.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 61
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 88

    English Program Requirements

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    43,724 / year(s)

    Advanced Computer Science

    University of Sheffield

    University of Sheffield

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Sheffield