MSc by Research Computer Science at Lancaster University

Programme overview

The Computer Science MSc by Research programme can be tailored to your individual research needs. You will first take an induction module leading to the production of a learning contract with a research supervisor and subsequently develop a research proposal that forms the basis of the rest of your study. You will then progress to a period of independent research project-work and complete a project dissertation.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Technology | Department: Computing and Communications | Duration: Full time 1 year, Part time 2 years | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Lancaster, England, United Kingdom

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Application information

Entry requirements

Academic requirements: 2:1 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in Computer Science or a similar degree. We may also consider non-standard applicants, please contact us for information. Additional requirements: As part of your application you will also need to provide a viable research proposal. Guidance can be found on our writing a research proposal webpage. English language requirements: We require an IELTS (Academic) Test with an overall score of at least 6.5, and a minimum of 6.0 in each element of the test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Home fee for 2026/27 (UK Research Councils standard fee level, full-time); the following year's fee is not yet set Source

International applicants: GBP 29,300 a year (2027/28). Full-time rate (per year) Source

Duration: Full time 1 year, Part time 2 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/applying-for-postgraduate-study/

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