MSc Advanced Computing Science

    MSc Advanced Computing Science

    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 34,150 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026

    MSc Advanced Computing Science

    About

    Course Overview


    Program your future, just the way you want it. Whether you’re an aspiring programmer, software engineer, data or computer scientist, this Master’s in Advanced Computing Science is the ideal opportunity to set yourself apart from other graduates.

    From day one, you’ll be immersed in the expertise of our world-leading research team who work at the cutting edge of computing science. You’ll study key core subjects, which will cover historical, established and upcoming programming languages, compilers and interpreters, functional languages, assembly and intermediate languages, code optimisation, high performance computing and software testing. You’ll also broaden and deepen your knowledge to an advanced level in research-led subjects such as programming language paradigms, artificial intelligence, cyber security, data science, computer vision and more.

    We also have specialist MSc lab with humanoid robots, haptic feedback devices, optical motion capture and high-res video cameras and mainstream Virtual Reality (VR) hardware.

    Your studies will culminate in an MSc research project on a suitable topic. Thanks to our strong ties with the IT and computing industries, we're able to shape our course content and coursework projects based on current trends and real-world problems. This ensures that your experience is aligned with the industries that you may well be moving into after your course. The emphasis on research is a perfect preparation for the job market once you graduate or alternatively, to do further research studies.

    Disciplines

    Computing Sciences

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    This course is open to

    UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.

    Typical International Entry Requirements

    Degree classification

    UK Bachelors degree - 2.2 or equivalent

    Degree Subject

    Computer Science or related subjects with strong Computing Science content including significant programming experience.

    English Foreign Language

    Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading): 

    • IELTS:  6.0 overall with minimum 6.0 in Writing and Speaking and 5.5 in Listening and Reading.

    We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies for a list of example qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.

    Test dates should be within 2 years of the course start date.

     If you do not meet the English language requirements for this course, INTO UEA offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the required English skills.

    Admissions Policy

    Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all postgraduate applicants.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.0
    • TOEFLMin 79

    English Program Requirements

    Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading): 

    • IELTS:  6.0 overall with minimum 6.0 in Writing and Speaking and 5.5 in Listening and Reading.

    We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies for a list of example qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.

    Test dates should be within 2 years of the course start date.

     If you do not meet the English language requirements for this course, INTO UEA offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the required English skills.

    Career

    Employability


    After the Course

    As a professional in this rapidly evolving sector, the ability to learn new skills is as important as what you know already. After successfully completing this Master’s you’ll be fully prepared for a successful career, in which you’ll be continually learning and extending yourself.

    Careers may include software engineering, programming, systems analysis, data science, artificial intelligence development, academic/industrial research, entrepreneurship or teaching.

    Careers

    Examples of careers that you could enter include:

    • Applications programming
    • Scientific programming
    • Software development and engineering
    • IT consultancy
    • Industries reliant on computing (e.g. finance, automotive, electronics, retail, government, police)
    • Research position in R&D department of a company or higher education

    Discover more on our Careers webpages.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    34,150 / year

    MSc Advanced Computing Science

    University of East Anglia

    University of East Anglia

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Norwich