MSc Computer Science at Buckinghamshire New University

Programme overview

Develop your skills and knowledge with our hands-on, industry connected MSc in Computer Science. Computer Science drives the fundamental technologies of today’s connected world, making now an exciting time to delve into this subject. It’s one of the fastest growing job fields in the world and skilled computer scientists are very much in demand.

Faculty: Computing | Duration: One or Two Years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: January, April and September 2027 | Location: High Wycombe, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our MSc in Computer Science is designed to give you a thorough appreciation of both the theory and practical skills needed to solve real-world and life-critical difficulties. You will study systems at a variety of levels of abstraction, including digital architectures, high level programming, operating systems, A.I. and cyber security. Core modules include Computer Science Overview, Data Science, Project, Industrial Placement. Optional modules include Expert and Fuzzy Systems System Management, Real-time Safety Critical Systems, Natural Language Processing, Cyber Security Assurance and Risk Management, Robots and Robotic Systems, Machine Learning and Intelligent Agents.

Career pathways

Helping you to develop crucial skills, encouraging you to become enterprising, employable and good leaders. Computer Science is an exciting sector to launch a career in, as it is one of the fastest growing areas in the sector. Roles include Computer and Information Systems Manager, Computer and Information Research Scientist, Artificial Intelligence Architect, Software Development Engineer, Robotics Scientist, Computer Systems Analyst, Network Administrator, Cyber Security Consultant.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants will be assessed on their academic qualifications although previous experience and interest in computing, IT, business or management is desirable. A typical offer will include 2:2 honours degree or equivalent qualification in computing, web development, computer sciences, software engineering, system engineering, mathematics with computer science, physics with computer science or a related discipline. Applicants who don’t meet the above requirements but have technical/management experience in industry could be considered (subject to interview). For international students, we require IELTS at grade 6.5 overall with no section below 6.0.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,420 a year (2026/27). Standard route rate. Placement-year route: Year 2 (placement year) fee £2,285 Source

International applicants: GBP 16,280 a year (2026/27). Standard route rate. Placement-year route: Year 2 (placement year) fee £2,285 Source

Intake: January, April and September 2027

Duration: One or Two Years

Apply through the official page: https://www.bucks.ac.uk/study/apply-direct

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