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MSc Computer Science
An advanced computing masters covering areas such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, cloud computing and software engineering. Suited to graduates who already have a computing-related first degree and want to deepen technical skills.
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Potential funding at University of Lincoln
International scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate taught students range from £1,000–£2,000 up to 50% of tuition fees (the Sri Lanka and fees pages state slightly different minimums); an International Alumni Scholarship reduces some PG fees (e.g. lab-based MSc from £18,800 to £16,800).
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A clearer look at MSc Computer Science
An advanced computing masters covering areas such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, cloud computing and software engineering. Suited to graduates who already have a computing-related first degree and want to deepen technical skills.
This 12-month postgraduate route concentrates on machine learning and intelligent systems, data, algorithms and model evaluation, responsible ai and real-world implementation. The course record does not promise a placement, so students should judge it primarily by its curriculum, teaching approach and project opportunities.
Course focus
What you can expect to explore
- Machine learning and intelligent systems
- Data, algorithms and model evaluation
- Responsible AI and real-world implementation
- Software design and maintainable development
Skills development
Capabilities you can build
- Algorithmic problem-solving
- Model development and testing
- Programming with data
- Responsible technology evaluation
The balance of technical, academic and professional skills depends on the modules and assessments offered for your intake.
Learning experience
How you may learn
- Applied work such as case studies, workshops, projects or problem-based tasks.
- Independent postgraduate study, critical reading and a dissertation or major project where required.
- Assessment may combine coursework, reports, presentations, examinations or projects; the exact balance is set by the university.
Who is this course for?
A strong fit for students with a strong interest in computation who want to design, evaluate and apply intelligent systems responsibly. Entry requirements still determine eligibility, and students should compare the official module list with their own career goals before applying.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Relevant career directions may include:
- AI or machine-learning specialist
- Data scientist
- Intelligent-systems developer
- AI solutions consultant
These are examples, not guaranteed outcomes. Employment depends on your experience, location, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed.
Course contents
Published course content for this programme.
9 curriculum items were captured from the university’s official course page. These may include modules, course units or published curriculum topics, and can change by intake, pathway and availability.
- 01Advanced Artificial Intelligence (Core)Published course content
- 02Advanced Machine Learning (Core)Published course content
- 03Computer Vision (Core)Published course content
- 04Frontiers of Computer Science Research (Core)Published course content
- 05Information Systems Security (Core)Published course content
- 06Programming Principles (Core)Published course content
- 07Research Methods (MSc Computer Science) (Core)Published course content
- 08Research Project (Core)Published course content
- 09Software Engineering (Core)Published course content
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- First or second class honours degree in Computer Science, Computing, Software Engineering, AI, Data Science or a closely related subject
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- 4-year Bachelor's degree with GPA 3.3/4.0 for UK 2:1 equivalence or 3.0/4.0 for 2:2 equivalence
- English (IELTS)
- 6.0 overall, minimum 5.5 in each element
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