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PostgraduateMaster of Philosophy

Computer Science

Lancaster University
Lancaster, England
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3 yearsDuration
£24,250Per Year (Intl)
£5,006Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in engineering and technology with the MPhil Computer Science at Lancaster University. Based in Lancaster, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year part-time structure. We welcome applications from well-qualified and motivated students for PhD study (three years full-time, four to six years part-time). You’ll work under individual supervision to become a leading expert in your area, while research training courses will support your learning and help you realise your maximum potential. Annual progress review panels keep your work on track and our seminar programmes and state-of-the-art facilities provide access to ideas and technologies to stimulate your development as a research scientist. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Research Methods in Computer Science
Literature Review and Critical Analysis
Research Project Planning and Management
Specialist Topics in Computing Research
Scientific Writing and Research Communication
Postgraduate Seminar Series
Supervised Research Project
Thesis and Dissertation Preparation
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic58————

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£24,250

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£72,750

Home Student Fee

£5,006

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Salary data is not yet available for this course.

💼 Employment Breakdown

83%Working
10%Work & Study
3%Seeking Work
80%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH11-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

3 Scholarships Available

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India Scholarship – Postgraduate

Lancaster University · Postgraduate

£10,000scholarship value
  • For India students
  • For postgraduate study
  • Open to your course
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Alumni Loyalty Scholarship

Lancaster University · Postgraduate

10% off feesscholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • For postgraduate study
  • Open to your course
Need-based

Lancaster Sanctuary Fellowship

Lancaster University · Postgraduate

Full Feesscholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
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About Lancaster University

Lancaster University offers Computer Science as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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#24UK Ranking
18,620+Students
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