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PostgraduateMSc

Advanced Computer Science

Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne, England
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1 yearDuration
£31,700Per Year (Intl)
£14,500Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MSc Advanced Computer Science at Newcastle University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about designing solutions for real-world challenges. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. 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. This Advanced Computer Science master's is suitable if you're an honours graduates within computing science. You can also be a graduate from a discipline with a significant computing component such as: - engineering - systems engineering - mathematics We also value relevant industrial computing experience and transferable skills We provide flexible study options so you can tailor your module choices to match your int... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 87% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £33,000 within three years, and a 97% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Algorithms and Computational Complexity
Distributed Systems and Cloud Computing
Machine Learning and Deep Learning
Software Architecture and Design Patterns
Advanced Database Systems
Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
Research Methods in Computer Science
Individual Research Project
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry requirements The entrance requirements below apply to 2026 entry. Academic entry requirementsA 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• mathematicsExamples of acceptable degrees:•Computer Science and Technology• Computer Science and Engineering• Software Engineering Q

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£31,700

per year

Total Course Cost (12 months)£31,700

Home Student Fee

£14,500

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

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

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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

84%Working
15%Work & Study
98%Professional Jobs
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About Newcastle University

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

#137QS World
#18UK Ranking
27,230+Students
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