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MSc Computer Science By Research at University of Lincoln

University of Lincoln, United Kingdom

Programme overview

This research programme offers the opportunity to develop your expertise in a particular area of computer science and to consolidate your skills in preparation for positions in research development or technology management.

Faculty: Computer Science  |  Duration: Full-time: 9 to 15 months; Part-time: 18 to 30 months  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: Start dates in October and January  |  Location: Lincoln, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The flexible nature of the programme means that the students can either specify their own topics or can work on one of the projects suggested by our academic staff, examples of which are available on request.

Career pathways

A research programme provides the opportunity to become a true expert in your chosen field, while developing a range of valuable transferable skills than can support your career progression. A research-based degree is also the most direct pathway to an academic career.

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Application information

Entry requirements

First or second class honours degree in a relevant subject. Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. Non-exempt nationals who are subject to time-limited immigration permission (e.g. Student visa, dependent visa, refugee status) will be required to obtain an ATAS (Academic Technology Approval Scheme) certificate to enrol on this programme.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Full-time annual fee per academic year up to thesis submission; part-time is half this rate. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,900 a year (2026/27). Full-time annual fee per academic year up to thesis submission; part-time is half this rate. Source

Intake: Start dates in October and January

Duration: Full-time: 9 to 15 months; Part-time: 18 to 30 months

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