
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.
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Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Entry 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
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£31,700
per year
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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