University of East Anglia UEA

MComp Computing Science

University of East Anglia UEA

Course overview

The University of East Anglia MComp Computing Science course will provide students with a foundation in coding, theory, and problem-solving, leading to an integrated Master of Computing award. This course will cover topics like Artificial Intelligence (AI), web development, data management, and computer graphics and vision. The course is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), and it fulfils the academic requirements for Chartered IT Professional status. 

You will learn through lectures, practical seminars, and laboratory sessions, emphasising hands-on, problem-based learning using industry-standard tools and practices. Assessment includes individual and group work, such as written reports, demonstrations, in-class tests, and a significant final-year research or industry-partnered project.

Entry requirements

Candidates need to submit a personal statement, a relevant academic and/or employer reference, and students have the option to upload their CVs along with their applications to demonstrate any relevant work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • For UK applicants, the typical offer is AAB from A-Levels, with a contextual offer of BBB. BTEC students typically require a Level 3 Extended Diploma at grade DDD. International Baccalaureate students need 33 points overall. 

  • The university accepts international qualifications that are equivalent to A-levels.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds must score 6.0 overall in the IELTS, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component (reading, writing, listening, and speaking). 

  • The University also accepts several other recognised English language qualifications, such as TOEFL and PTE.

Scholarships

  • International UG Merit Scholarship

    Year 1 Entry - £5,000 or £10,000; Year 2 - £5,000 or £4,000.

  • Music Scholarship

    Total Value: £3,000; Annual Value: £1,000

    Up to £3,000

  • The North Walsham Vikings RFC Bursary

    Minimum of £500 per scholarship. This amount may be higher, but it is at the discretion of the club and dependent on the number of recipients and level of ability.

    Up to £500

  • University of Sanctuary Scholarship

    Undergraduate level: the Home rate (£9,535 per annum) and an annual bursary (£9000); Postgraduate taught level: the Home rate (£10,675 per annum) and an annual bursary (£9000).

Career opportunities

Graduates of this programme work as:

  • Software Engineer

  • Data Scientist

  • Artificial Intelligence Developer

  • Full Stack Web Developer

  • Systems Analyst

  • Machine Learning Specialist

Cost of study

The tuition fee for International students taking the MComp Computing Science at UEA is £29,300 per year of study.

Admission

International students can apply for the University of East Anglia MComp Computing Science course through UCAS. Our experienced advisors are available to assist you.

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