The College, Swansea University provides teaching in smaller groups, with a personalised and supportive educational philosophy that encourages students to reach their maximum academic potential.  All courses are available with a choice of start dates and durations, depending on your qualifications and English Language proficiency. 

When you study in The College, Swansea University, you are a full student of the University from the start of your course.  

Pre-Master's in Computer Science

Modules

Specialist course:

80 credits from Swansea University undergraduate modules. Modules in the degree are outlined in the links provided in degree pathways below.

Plus

• Interactive Learning Skills and Communications (ILSC) (20 credits)
• Research Methodology (20 credits)

Conversion course:

Module selection depends on length of Pre-Master's study and previous qualifications, but will contain a number of the following; 

• English Portfolio 6
• Pre-masters Interactive Learning Skills and Communication
• Academic English Skills (1)
• Research and Critical Analysis
• Critical Thinking Tutorial
• Marketing & Strategy
• People & Operations
• Introduction to ILSC
• English Portfolio 7
• Introduction to Management
• Quantitative Methods for Business
• Academic English Skills (2) 

Modules in the masters degree are outlined in the links provided in degree pathways below.

The following durations and start dates are available, depending on your IELTS Score (see Fees and Pathway Summary for details)

• Two semesters: September start

Conversion

• One semester: September, January or June start

There are both English Language and Academic Entry Requirements for Pre-Masters study.

For details please refer to our Admission Requirements by Country document.

If you do not meet the English Language requirement for direct entry to your chosen pathway, you can receive the required amount of English Language tuition at Swansea University to prepare you for successful entry into your chosen programme at a later date.

Please see here for more details.

You can apply via our on-line form.

Before you submit your application, please make sure that: 

• You know which course you want to study and which date you want to start.
• You have electronic copies of your academic transcripts, which you will need to attach to your online application. Please note: the limit for all attachments is 25MB.
• Alternatively you can download the Application Form in PDF format, fill in and send to the-college-admissions@swansea.ac.uk with the necessary documents. 

Please note: If you are a citizen/permanent resident of the United Kingdom and have not lived outside of the UK for at least three years, you may not be eligible to apply via The College, Swansea University. Admissions staff will review your application and get in touch to advise you.

Annual tuition fees for entry in the academic year 2018/19 are as follows:

This Pre-Master's will be taught on the Bay Campus.  The Master's Degree will also be taught on the Bay Campus of Swansea University.  

Successful completion of this pathway will lead to the award of one of the following from Swansea University:

• MSc Computer Science (Via Conversion route only)
• MSc Advanced Computer Science
• MSc Advanced Software Technology

Recommended textbooks for this course are available in the University libraries, but you may choose to purchase personal copies.  All software needed for the course is available on the University network for use within University computer rooms.  Free wireless internet access is available across the whole of the University campus, including halls of residence.  Personal costs such as purchase of stationery, photocopying costs, parking fees or travel between the campuses are not included in your tuition fees.  

If you have any queries about this programme, please contact us at the-college@swansea.ac.uk.