MSc in Computing
This postgraduate degree is a flexible programme designed for graduates who wish to widen and/or deepen their knowledge of computing.
Format of course
The course runs from 13 September 2010 until 12 September 2011 (or 10 June 2011 for the Diploma course).
There is no January or February admission to this degree course. It consists of six taught units over two semesters, with an examination for each unit. Students then undertake an individual supervised project lasting until the end of the course.
For more information see the course details
Entry Requirements
Entry to the MSc requires an Honours degree at 2.2 level or above, or equivalent qualifications.
If your first language is not English, you also need to provide evidence of a sufficient level of proficiency in English. The School of Computing requires one of the following qualifications or the equivalent:
- TOEFL 580 (or 237 for the computer based test)
- IELTS 6.0
The International Office has more information on the English language qualifications accepted by the University.

