MSc Advanced Computer Science & Engineering at Cardiff Metropolitan University

Programme overview

Master's programme combining computer science and engineering across software and systems engineering, intelligent and data-driven systems, cloud and edge computing, cyber security and embedded systems. Uses specialist computing laboratories, cyber-physical testbeds and the EUREKA Robotics Centre and CeRISS facilities.

Faculty: Cardiff School of Technologies | Duration: 1 year full time; 3 years part time | Intake: September | Location: Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules: Internet of Things, Information Security, Advanced AI in Robotics, Research & Professional Practice, Advanced Digital Systems, Programming for Data Analysis and a 40-credit Technology Dissertation; plus one option from Algorithm Design & Analysis, Wireless Networks, Frontiers in Technology or Sensors and Actuators. 180 credits for the MSc (PgC and PgD exit awards).

Career pathways

Roles such as embedded systems engineer, robotics and autonomous systems developer, software architect/systems engineer, IoT solutions architect, cyber security infrastructure specialist and data analyst/intelligent systems engineer; progression to MPhil or PhD research.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An undergraduate degree or equivalent in a relevant area (e.g. computer science, software engineering, electrical or electronic engineering, mathematics, physics) at a minimum 2:2, or a suitable professional qualification from an appropriate professional body; relevance is decided by the Programme Director from the transcript and, if required, an interview. International applicants: IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. Applicants with existing level 7 qualifications may apply with RPL credit (maximum 120 credits).

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,000 for the whole programme (2026/27). Full-time home Postgraduate Masters (including MRes) fee as listed; period not stated in the table. Source

International applicants: GBP 17,600 for the whole programme (2026/27). Full-time international Postgraduate Masters (including MRes) fee as listed. Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year full time; 3 years part time

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