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MSc 1 Years Full Time
    • Mode of Study Campus Based
    • Typical Offer (view equivalents) 2:2
    • Location Bay Campus
    • Tuition Fees Per Year £ 8,250
MSc 2 Years Part Time
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    • Tuition Fees Per Year £ 4,150
MSc 3 Years Part Time
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    • Tuition Fees Per Year £ 2,750
MSc 1 Years Full Time
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    • Tuition Fees Per Year £ 17,550
MSc 2 Years Part Time
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    • Tuition Fees Per Year £ 8,800
MSc 3 Years Part Time
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    • Tuition Fees Per Year £ 5,850

Course Overview

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.

Why Computer Science at Swansea?

Computer Science at Swansea University is widely acknowledged as a leading UK department, with a raft of impressive rankings reflecting teaching and research excellence. The College is ranked:

  • 8th in the UK overall [Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019]
  • In the UK Top 20 for Research Excellence [Research Excellence Framework 2014]
  • 14th in the UK for research [Times and Sunday Times University Guide 2019]
  • UK University of the Year Runner-up and Welsh University of the Year [Times and Sunday Times University Guide 2019]

Computer Science and Engineering at Swansea is world ranked 401-500 in the 2017 Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS).

You will be taught by inspiring computer science experts such as Professor Matt Jones, widely recognised as a leader in the empowerment of rural digital communities in the UK and across the developing world.

Your Computer Science Experience

You will undertake a series of compulsory and optional 15-credit modules in the first part of the course, while a 60-credit project module will occupy most of the second stage.

The new Computational Foundry on our Bay Campus is central to your experience at Swansea. It is already the nucleus of a vibrant community for world-class research leaders in computer science.

Over the course of this degree, you will be taught by staff from internationally renowned research groups. Their knowledge of constant developments in computer science helps to keep your learning fresh and relevant to the wider industry.

Our commitment to keeping up with the technological curve is reflected in the hardware you will be working with every day.

Laboratories are continually upgraded to ensure equipment is never more than three years old, and rarely more than two. Three fully networked laboratories are currently in use.

Computer Science Employment Opportunities

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, Logica
  • Software developer/engineer, NS Technology
  • Workflow developer, Irwin Mitchell
  • IT developer, Crimsan Consultants
  • Programmer, Evil Twin Artworks
  • Web developer & web support, VSI Thinking
  • Software developer, Wireless Innovations
  • Associate business application analyst, CDC Software
  • Software developer, OpenBet Technologies
  • Technical support consultant, Alterian
  • Programming, Rock It
  • Software developer, BMJ Group

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Modules

The first part of this MSc contains compulsory and optional 15-credit modules on subjects including software concepts and efficiency, software engineering principles, visual analytics and big data.

The second part contains a 15-credit compulsory module on project research methods and a 60-credit project module.

MSc 1 Year Full-time

Year 1 (Level 7 PGT)

FHEQ 7 Taught Masters / PGDip / PGCert

Students choose 120 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules
Module CodeSemesterCreditsModule Name
CSCM10Semester 1 and Semester 2 (Sep-Jun Taught)15Computer Science Project Research Methods
CSCM12Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Software Concepts and Efficiency
CSCM41Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)15Programming in Java
CSCM53Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)15Computer System Concepts
CSCM59Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)15Relational and Object-Oriented Database Systems
CSCM94Semester 1 and Semester 2 (Sep-Jun Taught)15Software Engineering Principles
Optional Modules
MSc CS optionals 

Choose Exactly 30 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Choose exactly 30 credits

Module CodeSemesterCreditsModule NameGuidance
CSCM13Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Critical Systems
CSCM35Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Big Data and Data Mining
CSCM37Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Data Visualization
CSCM39Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Human Computer Interaction
CSCM48Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)15Web Application Development
CSCM58Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)15High Performance Computing in C/C++
CSCM64Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Software Testing
CSCM67Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Graphics Processor Programming
CSCM68Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Embedded System Design
CSCM75Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)15Logic in Computer Science
CSCM77Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Computer Vision and Deep Learning
CSCM79Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Hardware and Devices
CSCM85Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Modelling and Verification Techniques
CSCM98Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)15Operating Systems and Architectures

Year 2 (Level 7 PGT)

FHEQ 7 Taught Masters Dissertation
Compulsory Modules
Module CodeSemesterCreditsModule Name
CSCM10Semester 1 and Semester 2 (Sep-Jun Taught)15Computer Science Project Research Methods
CS-M20Semester 1 and Semester 2 (Sep-Jun Taught)60MSc Project

MSc 2 Year Part-time

Year 1 (Level 7 PGT)

FHEQ 7 Taught Masters / PGDip / PGCert

Students choose 90 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules
Module CodeSemesterCreditsModule Name
CSCM12Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Software Concepts and Efficiency
CSCM41Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)15Programming in Java
CSCM53Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)15Computer System Concepts
CSCM59Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)15Relational and Object-Oriented Database Systems
CSCM94Semester 1 and Semester 2 (Sep-Jun Taught)15Software Engineering Principles
Optional Modules
MSc Optionals 

Choose Exactly 15 credits from the following Modules:

Module CodeSemesterCreditsModule NameGuidance
CSCM13Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Critical Systems
CSCM35Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Big Data and Data Mining
CSCM37Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Data Visualization
CSCM39Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Human Computer Interaction
CSCM64Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Software Testing
CSCM68Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Embedded System Design
CSCM79Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Hardware and Devices
CSCM85Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Modelling and Verification Techniques

Year 2 (Level 7 PGT)

FHEQ 7 Taught Masters / PGDip / PGCert
Compulsory Modules
Module CodeSemesterCreditsModule Name
CSCM10Semester 1 and Semester 2 (Sep-Jun Taught)15Computer Science Project Research Methods
CSCM59Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)15Relational and Object-Oriented Database Systems
CS-M20Semester 1 and Semester 2 (Sep-Jun Taught)60MSc Project

MSc 3 Year Part-time

Year 2 (Level 7 PGT)

FHEQ 7 Taught Masters / PGDip / PGCert

Students choose 90 credits from the following:

Compulsory Modules
Module CodeSemesterCreditsModule Name
CSCM10Semester 1 and Semester 2 (Sep-Jun Taught)15Computer Science Project Research Methods
CS-M20Semester 1 and Semester 2 (Sep-Jun Taught)60MSc Project
Optional Modules
MSc CS optionals 

Choose Exactly 15 credits from the following Modules:

NOTE : Choose exactly 15 credits

Module CodeSemesterCreditsModule NameGuidance
CSCM13Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Critical Systems
CSCM27Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)15Human-Centred Visual Analytics
CSCM35Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Big Data and Data Mining
CSCM37Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Data Visualization
CSCM39Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Human Computer Interaction
CSCM45Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)15Big Data and Machine Learning
CSCM48Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)15Web Application Development
CSCM58Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)15High Performance Computing in C/C++
CSCM64Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Software Testing
CSCM67Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Graphics Processor Programming
CSCM68Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Embedded System Design
CSCM75Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)15Logic in Computer Science
CSCM77Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Computer Vision and Deep Learning
CSCM79Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Hardware and Devices
CSCM85Semester 2 (Jan-Jun Taught)15Modelling and Verification Techniques
CSCM98Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)15Operating Systems and Architectures

Entry Requirements

A 2:2 honours degree (or above).

IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent English test.

How You're Taught

On the course you will be assessed by a combination of written examinations, coursework and a Dissertation.

Welsh Provision

If you are a Welsh speaker our dedicated academy, Academi Hywel Teifi, is here to support you throughout your time at Swansea University. We offer you:

  • An interview through the medium of Welsh when applying for a place.
  • The option to receive your personal correspondence in Welsh - we will then communicate with you in your language of choice.
  • The option to write and submit your coursework or exams through the medium of Welsh (even if you have chosen to study in English), and every effort will be made to mark your work in its original language.
  • A Welsh-speaking personal tutor.
  • One-to-one support to improve your academic Welsh language skills.

Since 2011, there has been a 40% increase in the number of students studying through the medium of Welsh at Swansea University and our *TEF data over the last two years shows that Welsh-medium students are high achievers in regards to employability (*Swansea University TEF return 2017 and 2018).

Meet Your Lecturers

You will join our Computer Science community, bring taught by world-leading lecturers who are all passionate about their research working towards the United Nations Sustainable Goals to shape the world for the better. Our research areas include Crypto currencies, data security, cyberterrorism and Future interaction technologies.

  • Professor Arnold Beckmann Head of Department
  • Dr Xiuyi Fan PGT Admissions Tutor
  • Dr Arno Pauly PGR Admissions Tutor

See all our Computer Science staff

Tuition Fees

Annual tuition fees for entry in the academic year 2020/21 are as follows:

UK/EU International
MSc Full Time £ 8,250 £ 17,550
MSc Part Time £ 4,150 £ 8,800
MSc Part Time £ 2,750 £ 5,850

Tuition fees for years of study after your first year are subject to an increase of 3%.

You can find further information of your fee costs on our tuition fees page.

You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit the University's scholarships and bursaries page.

International students and part-time study: It is now possible for some students to study part-time under the Tier 4 visa route. This is dependent on factors relating to the course and your individual situation. It may also be possible to study with us if you are already in the UK under a different visa category. Please visit the University information on Visas and Immigration for further guidance and support.

Current students: You can find further information of your fee costs on our tuition fees page.

Funding and Scholarships

You may be eligible for funding to help support your study.

If you're a UK or EU student starting a master’s degree at Swansea University, you may be eligible to apply for Government funding to help towards the cost of your studies. To find out more, please visit our postgraduate loans page.

To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit the University's scholarships and bursaries page.

Academi Hywel Teifi at Swansea University and the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol offer a number of generous scholarships and bursaries for students who wish to study through the medium of Welsh or bilingually. For further information about the opportunities available to you, visit the Academi Hywel Teifi Scholarships and Bursaries page.

To find out about scholarships, loans and other funding opportunities, please visit our Postgraduate Scholarships page

Additional Costs

You may face additional costs while at university, including (but are not limited to):

  • Parking and travel to and from campus
  • Printing, photocopying, stationery and equipment costs (e.g. USB sticks)
  • Purchase of books or texts
  • Printing and binding
  • Gowns for graduation ceremonies

Careers and Employability

Careers and Employability Swansea Employability Academy (SEA) will support you at each stage of your career journey helping you build a bright future.

Our career support services include:

  • Employability workshops, employers’ talks, bespoke events and careers fairs
  • Individual advice and guidance from professionally qualified Careers Advisers
  • Help with finding jobs, internships, work placements and volunteering opportunities
  • Access to information resources on a wide range of career management topics
  • Funding to support student internship opportunities and Student Society/Club events.

We also provide help and advice for Swansea University Alumni up to two years after you graduate.

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, Logica
  • Software developer/engineer, NS Technology
  • Workflow developer, Irwin Mitchell
  • IT developer, Crimsan Consultants
  • Programmer, Evil Twin Artworks
  • Web developer & web support, VSI Thinking
  • Software developer, Wireless Innovations
  • Associate business application analyst, CDC Software
  • Software developer, OpenBet Technologies
  • Technical support consultant, Alterian
  • Programming, Rock It
  • Software developer, BMJ Group

Academic Support

As well as subject specific support by college teaching staff and your personal academic mentor, the Centre for Academic Success provides courses, workshops and one-to-one support in areas such as:

  • Academic writing
  • Maths and statistics
  • Critical thinking
  • Time management
  • Digital skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Note taking
  • Revision, memory and exam techniques
  • English language skills (if English is not your first language).

In addition, if you have a Specific Learning Difficulty (SpLD), disability, mental health or medical condition, the Centre for Academic Success have Specialist Tutors to support your learning, working alongside the Disability Office and Wellbeing Service to support all your needs and requirements whilst studying at Swansea University.

Our lecturers operate an ‘open door’ policy so you can chat with them about any concerns you may be having. These do not have to be just course related; our academic staff are there to help you with anything at all during your time in Swansea.

Each course has a student rep. They are there to make sure that every student voice is heard. Their role is to listen and feedback on your opinions, attend regular meetings and make sure that the people who can make changes listen to the people who really matter - you!

We offer both academic mentoring and peer mentoring. Our Peer mentoring scheme is in place to help new students settle into university life here at Swansea. You will get a chance to talk to your mentor who can tell you about their experiences as a student and also chat about student life. The peer mentoring scheme is a great way to meet students and widen your friendship circle while at Swansea.

You can also get help with personal issues from our wide range of student support such as CampusLife, Inclusive Student Support Services and The Centre for Academic Success.

How to Apply

Apply now – UK, EU and international students.

For further guidance please visit our how to apply pages.

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