Advanced Computer Science MSc 12 months Postgraduate Programme By Newcastle University |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

31,700 GBPTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

1Scholarships

Starting Month

SepStarting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Our Advanced Computer Science Master's provides you with training in a range of emerging computer science topics that will underpin your future career in computing.


Enhance your technical knowledge of computer science while gaining practical experience by applying cutting-edge techniques to real-world challenges.


This programme offers an exciting opportunity to deepen your expertise and explore cutting-edge topics like:


  • artificial intelligence
  • machine learning
  • Internet of Things
  • cyber security

You'll benefit from the flexibility to tailor your studies to your interests and career goals. With a wide selection of modules to choose from and a range of options for your final project, this course helps you choose your own path in the fast-evolving world of computer science.


You’ll gain a well-rounded research training in computer and information systems, providing a basis for PhD study. You'll also develop your technical and professional skills to underpin personal development and future career success.


The MSc Advanced Computer Science is demanding and rewarding. It has close links to ongoing research in the School of Computing. We have leading international research groups and three research centres focusing on a wide range of computer science fields, including:


  • security and resilience
  • dependable systems
  • cybercrime
  • cloud computing and edge
  • Internet of Things
  • machine learning

This Advanced Computer Science Master's is designed for honours graduates in computer science. You can also be a graduate from a discipline with a significant computing component such as:


  • artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning
  • AI safety
  • engineering
  • systems engineering
  • mathematics
  • DevOps
  • data science and visualisation

We also value relevant industrial computing experience and transferable skills.


We are a hub of digital innovation. You'll benefit from our:


  • leadership of the National Edge AI Hub, next-generation innovations via edge computing
  • recognition as an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security, supported by the National Cyber Security Centre and the EPSRC
  • direct link with the UK's National Innovation Centre for Data
  • partnership with The Alan Turing Institute, the UK’s national institute for data science and AI

Programme overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Our Advanced Computer Science Master's provides you with training in a range of emerging computer science topics that will underpin your future career in computing.


Enhance your technical knowledge of computer science while gaining practical experience by applying cutting-edge techniques to real-world challenges.


This programme offers an exciting opportunity to deepen your expertise and explore cutting-edge topics like:


  • artificial intelligence
  • machine learning
  • Internet of Things
  • cyber security

You'll benefit from the flexibility to tailor your studies to your interests and career goals. With a wide selection of modules to choose from and a range of options for your final project, this course helps you choose your own path in the fast-evolving world of computer science.


You’ll gain a well-rounded research training in computer and information systems, providing a basis for PhD study. You'll also develop your technical and professional skills to underpin personal development and future career success.


The MSc Advanced Computer Science is demanding and rewarding. It has close links to ongoing research in the School of Computing. We have leading international research groups and three research centres focusing on a wide range of computer science fields, including:


  • security and resilience
  • dependable systems
  • cybercrime
  • cloud computing and edge
  • Internet of Things
  • machine learning

This Advanced Computer Science Master's is designed for honours graduates in computer science. You can also be a graduate from a discipline with a significant computing component such as:


  • artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning
  • AI safety
  • engineering
  • systems engineering
  • mathematics
  • DevOps
  • data science and visualisation

We also value relevant industrial computing experience and transferable skills.


We are a hub of digital innovation. You'll benefit from our:


  • leadership of the National Edge AI Hub, next-generation innovations via edge computing
  • recognition as an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security, supported by the National Cyber Security Centre and the EPSRC
  • direct link with the UK's National Innovation Centre for Data
  • partnership with The Alan Turing Institute, the UK’s national institute for data science and AI

Admission Requirements

6.5+
4.5+
70+
2.7+
125+

A 2:2 honours degree, or international equivalent, in Computing science (though students who have a 2:2 with significant professional experience will be considered). We accept subjects with a significant computing component, such as:


• engineering


• systems engineering


• mathematics


Examples of acceptable degrees:


•Computer Science and Technology


• Computer Science and Engineering


• Software Engineering

12 Months
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
14,500 GBP
International
31,700 GBP

Scholarships

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Master Open

Value

$13518

Deadline

30 Aug 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

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