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Advanced Computer Science - MSc at University of South Wales

University of South Wales, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A BCS-accredited MSc for computing graduates and professionals covering advanced algorithms, data mining and applied AI, distributed computing and mobile development. Six core modules are structured in four blocks and assessment is about 94% coursework.

Duration: 13 months or 20 months full-time (September/February start); 2 years part-time  |  Intake: September 2027 and February 2027 (Pontypridd)  |  Location: Pontypridd, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Object Oriented Programming with Data Structures and Algorithms, Data Mining, Distributed Computing, Project Management and Research Methodology, Mobile Application Development, and an individual MSc Project.

Career pathways

Applied AI engineer, full stack developer, DevOps engineer, cloud solutions architect, data analyst, database developer, software engineer, systems analyst, mobile app developer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum 2:2 Honours degree or equivalent in computing or a strongly related subject; applicants should be proficient programmers.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,060 a year (2026/27). Full-time fee per year, shown in key course details Source

International applicants: GBP 18,300 a year (2027/28). Full-time fee per year Source

Intake: September 2027 and February 2027 (Pontypridd)

Duration: 13 months or 20 months full-time (September/February start); 2 years part-time

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