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MSc Advanced Computer Science with Software Engineering at University of Strathclyde

University of Strathclyde, United Kingdom

Programme overview

An advanced one-year MSc for graduates in computer science, software engineering or a related discipline with significant software development skills, building practical software engineering skills and the techniques for creating large, reliable, secure software systems.

Faculty: Science  |  Department: Computer & Information Sciences  |  Duration: 12 months full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Two 11-week semesters of three or four modules each. Compulsory modules include Research Methods and a legal and professional issues component, with electives such as Advanced Topics in Software Engineering, Designing Usable Systems, Big Data Technologies, Software Architecture & Design, Mobile Software & Applications, Distributed Information Systems, Human Centred Security and Business Analysis, followed by a research project.

Career pathways

Opportunities to meet employers and attend recruitment events, including a dedicated careers fair for computer science and information management students with over 30 companies such as Amazon, JP Morgan and Morgan Stanley.

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Entry requirements

Minimum second-class (2:2) Honours degree, or overseas equivalent, in computer science, software engineering or a closely related discipline. Significant software development skills, ideally in Java or another object-oriented language, are essential. English language: IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,550 a year (2026/27). Full-time MSc rate; Scotland and rest of UK Source

International applicants: GBP 31,900 a year (2026/27). Full-time MSc rate Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time

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