
Course Overview
The MSc Computer Science (Conversion) at University of Sussex is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about designing solutions for real-world challenges. Based in Brighton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. 100% of our research impact in Computer Science and Informatics was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021) About the course The MSc is for you if you’re planning to start a career in computing, or if you want to improve your employment options. This is a conversion course designed for non-Computer Science graduates. In the Department of Informatics, we have a wide range of research expertise that underpins the teaching on the modules you study. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 87% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £39,000 within three years, a 95% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | 2:2 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£26,995
per year
Home Student Fee
£12,800
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
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