Computer Science MEng
Queen's University BelfastBelfast, United Kingdom
Course overview
From driving cancer research forward to accurately predicting the weather, Computer Scientists are powering progress. In fact everything from social care to cybersecurity or even space travel, relies on the talents of Computer Science graduates. We would say the sky is the limit, but we’re already well beyond that!
A degree in Computer Science teaches you to approach technical problems creatively. It also gives you the information and understanding to find ground-breaking solutions to the world’s emerging problems. The course will also equip you with the practical skills to approach the specification, design, construction and use of computer systems.
In an ever changing technological climate, the Computer Science degree programme is constantly evolving to anticipate emerging digital breakthroughs. You will cover topics like machine learning, augmented reality and data analytics, but also receive a grounding in skills like hardware architecture, software engineering and simulation & modelling too. Employer experience is paramount in this this course, from day one you will learn from prospective employers about ‘real world’ challenges.
Industry placements, company sponsored hackathons and project based learning form a core part of the curriculum and vastly improve our graduate employability rates.
Key highlights
- Covers machine learning, augmented reality and data analytics
- Grounding in hardware architecture, software engineering and simulation
- Industry placements form a core part of the curriculum
- Company sponsored hackathons and project based learning throughout
- Learn about real-world challenges from prospective employers from day one
- Practical skills in specifying, designing and building computer systems
Entry requirements
- A-level: AAB/AAA — AAB/AAA
Scholarships
International Postgraduate Taught Scholarship
Year one award of between £2000 and £5000.
Up to £2,000The Burdett Trust MSc Nursing Scholarships
For Home Students: Tuition fees £7,665 Stipend £10,250. For International Students: Tuition fees £24,295 Stipend £17,000
Vice Chancellor’s International Attainment Scholarship - Postgraduate Taught
Value: 50% of tuition fees paid for up to a maximum of two years.
Up to 50% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- Software engineer
- Machine learning engineer
- Data scientist
- Cybersecurity analyst
- Systems architect
- Software developer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £4,985 (NI/ROI), £9,790 (GB) | International: £28,500
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Queen's University Belfast, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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