Advanced Computer Science
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements 2:2 Bachelors (Honours) degree in a relevant subject area, or equivalent. Non-graduates will be considered individually based on relevant work experience.
English Language Requirements IELTS 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component, or equivalent
Other Requirements Applicants are encouraged to submit an up-to-date CV as part of their application.
Months of entry
September
Course content
Contemporary software is usually developed in teams using agile methods. Strong software engineering skills and specialist technical knowledge need to be combined with planning, teamwork and communication skills to develop applications on time and on budget. The MSc in Advanced Computer Science at Aberystwyth University aims to develop these skills and is suitable for students intending to pursue a career in the software industry. It can also lead to a career in research.
This course broadens your experience of the tools, methods and techniques used by professional software engineers, and focuses on the application of advanced software engineering, preparing you for responsible positions in the software industry. Whatever your own previous experience or future aspirations, with this course you will benefit from the marvellous integration of cutting-edge theory and practical application within a world-class department.
Recent MSc project topics include machine learning for the internet of things, augmented reality applications for tourism, analysis and management of agricultural emissions data, network intrusion detection and supply chain management.
Information for international students
https://www.aber.ac.uk/en/study-with-us/international/
Fees and funding
Course Fees:
Please see the tuition fee pages (https://www.aber.ac.uk/en/study-with-us/fees/postgrad/) for current tuition fees. Please note that all fees are subject to an annual increase.
Funding:
Possible funding opportunities can be found in our funding calculator (https://www.aber.ac.uk/en/study-with-us/fees/postgrad/calculator/).
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Admissions
- pg-admissions@aber.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44 (0)1970 622270