About the course

The MSc in Computer Science is a conversion course, suitable if you have a limited knowledge of the subject. It offers a pathway towards deeper learning. Our brand new £32.5m Computational Foundry lies at the heart of this degree. Sophisticated teaching and research equipment include a Vision and Biometric Lab, a Maker Lab, a TechHealth Lab, a Theory Lab, a Cyber Security/Networking Lab, a User Lab and Visualisation Suite. Through a combination of practical and theory-based learning you will develop a firm understanding of subjects from software concepts and software engineering principles to big data, web application development and graphics processor programming. This understanding, together with a substantial project module, puts you in a strong position when it comes to more advanced study or employment.

　　Completing this MSc will significantly improve your computer science career prospects. Our graduates often progress to rewarding employment in the field of computer science with a respected employer. Below are recent examples of graduate destinations.

　　Software engineer, Motorola Solutions, Change coordinator, CGI Group, Software developer/engineer, NS Technology

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Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: GB£20,300

Intake	Location
Semester 2 (January), 2024	Skewen
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Skewen
Semester 2 (January), 2025	Skewen
Semester 1 (September), 2025	Skewen
Semester 2 (January), 2026	Skewen

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Swansea University

A 2:2 honours degree (or above) in Computer Science or other relevant discipline. IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent English test. TOEFL ibt: 79

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Swansea University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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　　THE World ranking40th / 130

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