MSc Computer Science at University College Birmingham

Programme overview

From accessing the internet to using apps and engaging in digital communications, our business and personal lives are now hugely reliant on technology, with the tech industry now estimated to make up over a third of the total world market. If you want to advance in this ever-expanding field, our Computer Science postgraduate course will put you in prime position to pursue a dynamic career in the digital world. Our computing master’s course explores an array of current core topics for working in the IT industry.

Department: Department of Computing | Duration: 1.5 years FT / 2.5 years PT | Study mode: full-time / part-time (placement: FT only - 3 or 6 months (optional)) | Intake: September, February | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Object-Oriented Programming for Software Development, Web Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Data Warehousing, Computer Networks and Virtualisation, Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science Masters Research Project, Postgraduate Work Placement.

Career pathways

Career routes include software developer, systems analyst, database administrator (DBA), computer security consultant, web developer and IT project manager.

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Application information

Entry requirements

MSc Computer Science – A grade classification of 2:2 is required, or international equivalent. There are no subject pre-requisites for this programme. To apply, you must have five years of relevant managerial work experience, demonstrating in-depth knowledge of the sector for the subject matter you are interested in pursuing. A reference detailing your roles and responsibilities from your line manager and a meeting with the programme team will usually be scheduled prior to a place being offered.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,500 a year (2026/27). UK/home full-time tuition; part-time £4,750 per year Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 a year (2026/27). International full-time tuition; placement-year administration fee (£500 full year / £250 half year) not included Source

Intake: September, February

Duration: 1.5 years FT / 2.5 years PT

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucb.ac.uk/university/postgraduate/how-to-apply/

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