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PostgraduateMSc

Advanced Computer Science

Northumbria University, Newcastle
Newcastle upon Tyne, England
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1 yearDuration
£19,850Per Year (Intl)
£10,530Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MSc Advanced Computer Science at Northumbria University, Newcastle is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about designing solutions for real-world challenges. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. Please note this course is now closed to international applicants for the September 2022 intake. Designed to meet the needs of industry, MSc Advanced Computer Science will help you to build on your computing experience and develop cutting-edge IT skills. You will develop an in-depth understanding of the topics that are defining the industry today and will gain advanced technical skills in areas such as application design, computer network security, system development and big data and cloud computing. You will be taught in Northumbria’s brand new purpose-built computing facility on our... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 90% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £25,500 within three years, a 85% continuation rate, and 84% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Application design
Computer network security
System development and big data and cloud computing
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementSTUDY AT NORTHUMBRIA. Explore study options at Northumbria from Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Degree Apprenticeships & CPD. Find out about course information, accommodation, finance, including how to manage your money in our Cost of Living guide and more. You can use our Jargon Buster to better understand academic terminology when picking your course. Undergraduate Postgraduate Apprenticeship Research Degree Mode of Study Distance learning

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic69

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£19,850

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£19,850

Home Student Fee

£10,530

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

82%Working
2%Studying
8%Work & Study
3%Seeking Work
64%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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Horiba Foundation UK Scholarship

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  • Available to all international students
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Castle Peak Postgraduate Scholarships

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GEMS Scholarship

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Horiba Foundation UK Scholarship

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  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
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Santander University Scholarship

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  • Available to all international students
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Northumbria University, Newcastle

About Northumbria University, Newcastle

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

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