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PostgraduateMSc (Res)

Computer Science

Royal Holloway, University of London
Egham, England
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1 yearDuration
£29,300Per Year (Intl)
£14,900Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in engineering and technology with the MSc (Res) Computer Science at Royal Holloway, University of London. Based in Egham, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Computer Science is a broad and ever-expanding discipline, providing ample scope for students seeking to carry out original scientific research. Study Computer Science by Research at Royal Holloway, University of London and you’ll select from one of six research disciplines in order to take your first steps towards a scientific research-based career. You’ll study in a department renowned for the quality of its research publications, with the Royal Holloway Department of Computer Science ranked 11th in the UK (Research Excellence Framework 2014). International tuition fees are £29,300 per year, home/UK fees are £14,900 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 83% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £41,000 within three years, a 94% continuation rate, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Research Methods in Computer Science
Advanced Algorithms and Computational Complexity
Machine Learning and Statistical Analysis
Distributed Systems and Parallel Computing
Cybersecurity and Cryptography
Software Verification and Formal Methods
Specialised Research Project
Thesis and Independent Research
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.575.5
PTE Academic61

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£29,300

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£29,300

Home Student Fee

£14,900

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

60%Working
15%Studying
5%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
80%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About Royal Holloway, University of London

Royal Holloway, University of London offers Computer Science as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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