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University College Birmingham · Birmingham

MSc Computer Science

Master'sComputing & ITPlacement year option

A computing masters with no subject prerequisites, covering industry-relevant computing topics. Full-time MSc students can take an optional work placement, which is why the full-time course runs 1.5 years.

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Four-year Bachelor Special degree with at least 50% or GPA 2.7, or three-year Bachelor General degree with at least 50%; MSc Finance & Accounting needs a closely related subject.

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Scholarship information

Potential funding at University College Birmingham

International undergraduates get automatic scholarships: an Early Action Scholarship for meeting deposit deadlines (up to £3,500 on the scholarships page; course pages quote £4,500 or £3,500) plus a £2,000 Continuation Scholarship in years two and three. UCB graduates progressing to a new degree receive a 20-25% fee scholarship.

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Programme overview

A clearer look at MSc Computer Science

A computing masters with no subject prerequisites, covering industry-relevant computing topics. Full-time MSc students can take an optional work placement, which is why the full-time course runs 1.5 years.

This 18-month postgraduate route concentrates on programming and computational problem-solving, computer systems, software and data, designing and evaluating practical digital solutions. A placement or professional-experience option is recorded, which can help connect academic learning with workplace practice when available.

Course focus

What you can expect to explore

  • Programming and computational problem-solving
  • Computer systems, software and data
  • Designing and evaluating practical digital solutions
  • Design and build software solutions.

Skills development

Capabilities you can build

  • Programming
  • Algorithmic thinking
  • Systems analysis
  • Technical project work

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.
  • A placement or professional-experience route is recorded; its length, availability and eligibility should be confirmed for the selected intake.
Who is this course for?

A strong fit for students who enjoy logical problem-solving and want a broad technical foundation for digital careers. 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:

  • Software developer
  • Systems analyst
  • IT consultant
  • Technical solutions specialist

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.

  1. 01
    Object-Oriented Programming for Software DevelopmentPublished course content
  2. 02
    Web EngineeringPublished course content
  3. 03
    Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningPublished course content
  4. 04
    Data WarehousingPublished course content
  5. 05
    Computer Networks and VirtualisationPublished course content
  6. 06
    Human-Computer InteractionPublished course content
  7. 07
    Computer Science Masters Research ProjectPublished course content
  8. 08
    Placement (Optional - full-time MSc only)Published course content
  9. 09
    Postgraduate Work PlacementPublished course content

Source checked 19 October 2026. Titles are shown as concise factual course information; the university remains the authoritative source.

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Entry requirements

Can I apply?

Academic
2:2 degree or international equivalent; no subject prerequisites (PGDip: third class).
Sri Lankan qualifications
Four-year Bachelor Special degree with at least 50% or GPA 2.7, or three-year Bachelor General degree with at least 50%; MSc Finance & Accounting needs a closely related subject.
English (IELTS)
6.0 overall, no band below 5.5
English alternatives
Sri Lankan GCE O/L or A/L English at grade C or above accepted as equivalent to IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5), valid for 6 years.

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  2. We prepare and submit your application to University College Birmingham.
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  4. We guide your Student visa application.

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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on ucb.ac.uk. The expanded description is original GEC guidance built from the recorded course summary, award level and subject; it does not reproduce a university or partner listing word for word. Exact modules, teaching, assessment, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with University College Birmingham before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.