MSc Computer Science (100% online) at Keele University

Programme overview

The online MSc Computer Science degree from Keele University has been specifically created to develop the knowledge and skills to excel in a computer science career. The programme is ideal for ambitious individuals who want to launch an exciting new career in this fast-growing field, who have not previously studied computer science or have prior work experience in the field, as well as those professionals who currently work in computer science roles and are looking for an academic qualification to accelerate their career progression.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural Sciences | Department: School of Computer Science and Mathematics | Duration: 2 years part-time (180 credits) | Study mode: online; part-time | Intake: 5 January 2027 | Location: Keele, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Postgraduate study of this course will develop and extend the practical skills you need for designing, building, deploying and evaluating software and computer applications in a variety of industrial contexts. You will learn programming and web languages including Python, Java and XML, will work with mobile web applications and will learn to develop modern software systems and applications. Taught modules cover: Design and programming, User interaction design, Software engineering, Data analytics, Web technologies and security, Research and consultancy skills, Advanced programming techniques.

Career pathways

The programme is ideal for ambitious individuals who want to launch an exciting new career in this fast-growing field, who have not previously studied computer science or have prior work experience in the field, as well as those professionals who currently work in computer science roles and are looking for an academic qualification to accelerate their career progression.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You should normally have, or be about to complete: A 2:2 undergraduate degree or a UK master’s degree (or international equivalent). Or: A third-class honours degree or an ordinary degree (without honours) or UK equivalent professional qualification with a minimum of two years’ appropriate work experience. Or: Applicants who do not hold a recognised degree will be asked to provide evidence which demonstrates a minimum of three years’ relevant computing, IT or data management experience. The evidence will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. The work experience must be at a graduate level, in either managerial or professional capacity normally in computing, IT or data-related employment which English language: IELTS at 6.0 overall with no individual component below 5.5.

GBP 7,440 for the whole programme. Total tuition for the 100% online programme; can be paid per module (£620 per module). Source

Intake: 5 January 2027

Duration: 2 years part-time (180 credits)

Apply through the official page: https://online.keele.ac.uk/msc-computer-science/

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