Entry requirements

A 2:2 honours degree, or equivalent, in any subject except those related to computer science.

Graduates of subjects related to computer science should apply for the Advanced Computer Science MSc. This is because of the potential overlap between your first degree and the modules on this course.

We will consider your application on an individual basis if you have lower or non-standard qualifications provided you have relevant experience.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Turn your passion into a career with our Computer Science MSc. Designed for non-computing graduates who want to gain the in-demand skills needed to launch into a fast-moving digital world.

Overview

Our Computer Science MSc is a computer science conversion course. It's suitable for those who have little or no experience in computing.

Through a structured and intensive introduction to core computing concepts, you'll build the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to transition your career and break into the tech industry.

You'll explore:

the fundamentals of computing science
database design
network technologies
programming
cyber security
human-computer interaction
artificial intelligence (AI)

With digital skills in high demand across nearly every sector, this course opens the door to roles in:

software development
data analysis
cybersecurity
AI and more

Whether you're looking to switch careers, future-proof your skill set, or combine your existing expertise with computing, you’ll be ready for the next step in your future.

Our research expertise feeds into our teaching. This means that you learn at the cutting edge of the discipline. We incorporate new techniques and knowledge into your learning and have an active research community.

This Computer Science MSc can also be taken as Continuing Professional Development (CPD). For example, ICT teachers who are switching to the new computer science curriculum will find this course highly relevant.

We are a hub of digital innovation. You'll benefit from our:

leadership of the National Edge AI Hub, next-generation innovations via edge computing
recognition as an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security, supported by the National Cyber Security Centre and the EPSRC
direct link with the UK's National Innovation Centre for Data
partnership with The Alan Turing Institute, the UK’s national institute for data science and AI.

What you'll learn

The taught part of the course follows three main threads:

Programming: Introduces the Java programming language.
Computer networks and architecture: Covers the basic structure of computers and computer networks.
Software engineering: Considers the design and implementation problems of large computing systems produced by a team of designers and programmers.