Advanced Computer Science

Are you a computing graduate whose interests span more than one specialism? Do you want the freedom to explore a variety of advanced topics? This course can serve as a springboard for employment or research.

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Key Facts

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Degree

MSc (Hons) Advanced Computer Science

Degree Duration

15 months :

3 months pathway + 1 year degree

18 months :

6 months pathway + 1 year degree

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Pathways Available

Pre-Master's

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Start Dates

April | January | June

Degree Overview

Are you a computing graduate whose interests span more than one specialism? Do you want the freedom to explore a variety of advanced topics? This course can serve as a springboard for employment or research.
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Important

You may incur additional costs in the course of your education at the University over and above tuition fees in an academic year such as laptops, Stationary and additional resources.

April and June programmes subject to academic approval

Study Reasons

Our programmes are taught by leading researchers who are experts in their fields. The School of Computing at Kent is home to several authors of leading computer science textbooks.

Strong links with industry underpin all our work, notably with Cisco Systems Inc, Microsoft, Oracle, IBM, Nvidia, Erlang Solutions, GCHQ and Google.

This degree has been partially accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT.

Your Pathways

The Pre Masters Program will prepare you for the UK, EU or US study system, giving you the confidence and skills that you’ll need to go further in your studies. Depending on your academic qualification and English language level and chosen programme, you can study the IIM over one or two terms.

What’s the difference between the one or two terms?
One Term Two Terms
3 months of study Six months of study
Additional academic English and subject-related support

 

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International Student Fees

You can find the applicable international student course fee for your chosen pathway study route listed below.

Study Route Pathway Tuition Fees 2024-25
International Foundation Year (IFY) £17,995
International Year Zero £12,995 – £17,995
Pre-Master’s (International Incorporated Masters – IIM) £9,995 – £12,500
Please note: Stated fees do not include tuition applicable for your degree course continued at University of Kent.

Scholarships

We can offer you up to £4,500 off tuition of your pathway programme.

Please note you’ll have to apply for a pathway scholarship and only a selection of students will be awarded.  For more information on the scholarships we offer to international students please contact us.

2024/25: All international students will receive 16% of University of Kent tuition fees per year, for students moving into a degree from all our pathway routes. These are available for students from all countries and are automatic on application. For more information please contact admissions or your in-country representative.

 

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Applying is easy. Complete the online application form and follow the instructions. If you have any queries please contact us.

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