MSc (by Dissertation) Computer Science at University of Essex

Programme overview

Standard one-year Masters by dissertation (MSD) in Computer Science in the School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering, with research concentrated in artificial intelligence, biologically inspired architectures, educational technology, e-learning, natural and evolutionary computation, natural language engineering, software agents and software engineering. Full-time and part-time study are available.

Faculty: School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering | Department: School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering | Duration: 1 year - 2 years full-time | Intake: January 2027, April 2027, October 2027, January 2028, April 2028 | Study mode: full-time; part-time | Location: Colchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Research degree without a taught structure: you carry out a research project under supervision and write a dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates have progressed to a variety of careers, including senior positions in industry and academia, with former students employed at organisations such as Electronic Data Systems, Pfizer Pharmaceuticals, Visa International and the University of Essex.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Good honours degree and a Masters degree, or equivalent, in a related subject; a well-developed research proposal is essential. An interview (including by video call) is normally required, and acceptance is subject to research expertise in the department. English language (if first language is not English): IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, or equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year. Home/UK fee; fees increase for each academic year of study. Source

International applicants: GBP 20,625 a year. International fee; fees increase for each academic year of study. Source

Intake: January 2027, April 2027, October 2027, January 2028, April 2028

Duration: 1 year - 2 years full-time

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