Computer Science MSci at Coventry University

Programme overview

Shape the future of tech. Master programming, AI, data science, security, and software development. Build the skills that power innovation and open doors to exciting careers in computer science.

Faculty: Computing and Games | Duration: 4 years full-time; 5 years sandwich | Study mode: full-time (sandwich/placement option; integrated master's) | Intake: November 2026, January 2027, March 2027, May 2027, July 2027 | Location: Coventry, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year one: The Web and Human Centred Programming, Computer Systems, Programming and Artificial Intelligence, Programming and Software Development. Year two: Algorithms, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Software Engineering, Operating System and Security. Final year: Programming Paradigms and Approaches, Project (Double), Mobile Application Development, Web API Development. Additional year: Advanced Programming, Advanced Software Development, Secure Computing Systems, Machine Learning and Big Data.

Career pathways

The computer science degree is designed to equip you with the knowledge, technical expertise, and professional skills to thrive in one of the world's most dynamic industries. Roles include software developer, web developer, mobile application developer, IT specialist, network analyst, data scientist, AI programmer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

UCAS points: BSc (Hons): 120 MSci (Hons): 128. A level: BSc (Hons): BBB to include one from Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Computer Science, Computing or Design Technology. Excludes General Studies. MSci (Hons): ABB to include one from Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Computer Science, Computing or Design Technology. Excludes General Studies. GCSE: GCSE maths and English at grade 4 / C or Functional Skills Level 2, or other equivalent Level 2 awards. BTEC: BSc (Hons): DDM in IT or a technical subject. MSci: DDD in IT or a technical subject. IB Diploma: BSc (Hons): 29 to include one from Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Design Technology or IT at Higher level. MSci: 31 to include one from Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Design Technology or IT at Higher level. Access grades: BSc (Hons): The Access to HE Diploma to include 30 Level 3 credits in either Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or Statistics. Plus GCSE English Language and Mathematics at grade 4 / C or above. MSci: The Access to HE Diploma to include 30 Level 3 credits all at merit or above in either Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or Statistics. Plus GCSE English Language and Mathematics at grade 4 / C or above. English: IELTS: 6.0 overall, with no component lower than 5.5 (BSc Hons).

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition for 2026/27 entry. Source

International applicants: GBP 20,800 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition for 2026/27 entry. Source

Intake: November 2026, January 2027, March 2027, May 2027, July 2027

Duration: 4 years full-time; 5 years sandwich

Apply through the official page: https://www.coventry.ac.uk/course-structure/ug/eec/computer-science-mscibsc-hons/

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