MSc by Research Theoretical Computer Science at Swansea University

Programme overview

The MSc by Research in Theoretical Computer Science is a year-long individual research programme based at Bay Campus. Students work within one of the department's research groups and use facilities in the Computational Foundry.

Faculty: School of Mathematics and Computer Science | Department: Computer Science | Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time | Intake: 1 October and 1 January | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students complete a research project shaped by seminars, workshops and laboratory activity, alongside involvement in an established research group.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An undergraduate degree at 2.1 level (or non-UK equivalent). English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 6.0, or a recognised equivalent. Non-UK applicants require ATAS clearance. One reference is required. Admissions decisions may also consider the research synopsis or proposal, interview performance, competition for places and relevant professional experience.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,006 a year (2025/26). UK student full-time annual rate (2025/26 entry point); part-time is half. Charged over the minimum candidature period. Bench fees may apply. Source

International applicants: GBP 23,650 a year (2026/27). Full-time MSc by Research tuition, year 1, October 2026 to July 2027 start. Later years rise by 3%. Source

Intake: 1 October and 1 January

Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time

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