MSc Advanced Computing Science
Course overview
The MSc Advanced Computing Science at the University of East Anglia (UEA) is a one-year full-time (or two-year part-time) master’s degree. It offers students advanced skills in computing science, programming languages, compilers, artificial intelligence, data science, cybersecurity, and computer vision. The programme immerses students in both theory and hands-on work, culminating in a major individual research project. In the first part of the course, students cover core topics such as programming language paradigms, high-performance computing, system optimization, and software testing.
They move into specialist modules where they explore research-led topics in depth, such as machine learning, cyber security, or computer vision. Students are supervised on a substantial project that allows them to apply their skills to a real problem. The part-time option extends the same content over two years. Students learn through lectures, seminars, labs, tutorials, and project work. They will write code, test systems, analyse performance, and use modern research tools. Assessment includes written exams, coursework, programming tasks, lab work reports, and the final project. The project is key to showing mastery of the subject.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
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Applicants typically need a UK bachelor’s degree at 2:2 or equivalent in computer science or a related discipline with a strong programming background.
English Proficiency:
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International applicants typically need to demonstrate English proficiency with an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no section score below 5.5.
Scholarships
10% Alumni Tuition Fee Discount Scheme
We highly value our alumni at UEA, so a 10% fee reduction scholarship is available to graduates looking to stay with us or return for postgraduate study.
Up to 10% of feesBritish Council Great Scholarship
British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign, UEA is offering a GREAT Scholarship worth £10,000 to students from Bangladesh and Kenya.
Up to £10,000David Sainsbury Scholarships in Global Plant Health
The full cost of the tuition fee (£36,000 international fee for 2026-27, £16,000 UK fee). Each 50% fee scholarship will cover up to up to 50% of the full cost of the tuition fee.
International Early Payment Awards (September Start)
Early Deposit Award – £500; Full Payment Award – up to £1,000.
International PG Merit Scholarship C
£4,000 - if you achieve the equivalent of UK 2:2 bachelor’s degree classification; £5,000 - if your final undergraduate grade is equivalent to at least UK 2:1 bachelor’s degree classification.
Plant Genetics and Crop Improvement – John Innes Centre MSc Scholarship
Total Value - £13,250
Up to £13,250The Annabel Abbs Scholarship
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Vice Chancellor’s Global Impact and Leadership Scholarship (September Start)
Total Value - £10,000 towards tuition fees.
Up to £10,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of MSc Advanced Computing Science from the University of East Anglia have a wide range of career opportunities in computing, research, and industry. Possible job titles include:
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Software Engineer
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Systems Architect
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AI/ML Engineer
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Data Scientist
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IT Consultant
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee for international students to study MSc Advanced Computing Science at the University of East Anglia is £25,700. Students can expect a maximum annual increase of up to 4%.
Admission
Applications for the University of East Anglia MSc Advanced Computing Science course are made through UEA’s postgraduate application system. If you need assistance, feel free to reach out to our experienced counsellors at AHZ.
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