MSci (Hons) Computer Science at Swansea University

Programme overview

Computer Science at Swansea teaches students to code and to solve real-world problems, building software from the first day. The curriculum is shaped by industry input and taught by experts including researchers collaborating with Airbus, Microsoft, HSBC and Siemens. Teaching takes place in the Computational Foundry, with work showcased at the annual Project Fair. The four-year MSci adds a research-focused year and leads to a master's-level qualification in addition to the undergraduate degree.

Department: School of Mathematics and Computer Science | Duration: 4 years full-time (integrated master's); 5 years with a Year Abroad or Year in Industry | Intake: September | Study mode: integrated | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students cover high-demand areas including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data science, software engineering and mobile app development, and can explore cloud-based systems, accessible apps and Internet of Things technologies. Facilities include Vision and Biometric, Maker, Theory, Cyber Security/Networking, Robotics and User labs and a Visualisation Suite.

Career pathways

Graduates have become analyst developers, business analysts, computer programmers, electronic engineers, graphic designers, software developers and machine learning engineers with companies including IBM, Google, Disney, Facebook, Microsoft and Sony. Students present third-year projects to industry experts at the annual Project Fair.

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Application information

Entry requirements

MSci (Hons), 4 years: A level typical offer AAB-ABB, including grade B/6 in GCSE Maths if not studying A level Maths, Physics or Computer Science. BTEC: D*DD in Computing, Information Technology (ICT not accepted) or Forensic Computing and Cyber Security, plus grade B/6 in GCSE Maths. Access: not accepted (N/A). T Level: Distinction and grade A in A level Maths, Physics or Computer Science. Mixed qualifications: 136 UCAS tariff points from the 3 highest scoring qualifications, including 40 tariff points in a relevant subject. International Baccalaureate: 34 including 5 at Higher Level or 6 at Standard Level Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches, or 34 overall with 5 at Higher Level or 7 at Standard Level Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation. English language for international applicants: IELTS 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time undergraduate tuition fee for Welsh, English and other UK students. International fee is shown on the course page. Source

International applicants: GBP 21,550 a year (2026/27). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

Intake: September

Duration: 4 years full-time (integrated master's); 5 years with a Year Abroad or Year in Industry

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