MSc Computer Science - Online

Entry requirements

Every application is different. If you’re not sure whether you meet the entry requirements, or you have any questions, contact LIBF for advice.

Typical offer

• Previous undergraduate study
  2:2 honours degree – or equivalent – from a recognised institution.
• Work experience and professional qualifications
  They welcome applications from anyone who can demonstrate relevant professional experience. However, it is important to note that work experience is not a requirement.

English language requirements

IELTS: Level 6.5 or above

Months of entry

Anytime

Course content

Are you ready to push boundaries, spark innovation, and define the future of technology? All industries lean strongly on technology and data, creating a significant need for expertise in computer science to challenge, innovate, and secure the digital frontier.

Your next step to becoming that expert starts here. Unlock the potential of algorithms, secure networks, and distribute systems from wherever you are in the world on this online MSc in Computer Science - Online course.

This flexible online degree lets you reach your goals wherever and whenever suits you, supported by our global community of staff, students and alumni. Ignite your passion for technology, fuel your entrepreneurial spirit, and empower yourself to craft the future of the digital world.

Career Opportunities

Your online MSc in Computer Science - Online paves the way to an array of opportunities in the digitized world. Whether you wish to design software, defend networks, or pioneer next-gen applications, this degree primes you for success.

Whether it's joining an exciting tech start-up, making waves in established organisations or starting an innovative project of your own – your tech journey starts here.

Potential career paths and salary expectations* in the UK for graduates with a degree in computing & IT:

- IT Engineer: £31,106

Oversee and maintain an organization's IT infrastructure, including hardware, software, computer networks, and servers.

- Senior Web Developer: £46,967

Lead the creation of websites and mobile applications, focusing on design, user experience, and backend systems.

- Software Engineer: £46,504

Develop and design software solutions, ensuring systems operate efficiently and resolving technical issues.

- Business Analyst: £45,650

Utilize IT and business expertise to assist organizations in identifying technology solutions that enhance efficiency.

- IT Manager: £46,373

Manage technology projects and systems to ensure they are aligned with business objectives.

- Cyber Security Analyst: £48,322

Defend organizations against cyber threats, ensuring the security of data and systems.

- Data Scientist: £51,194

Analyze data to support business decision-making, operating in industries such as finance, healthcare, and technology.

- Machine Learning Engineer: £57,550

Develop AI technologies to create advanced, intelligent systems and applications.

*Salary information sourced from uk.indeed.com and accurate as of September 2024.

Curriculum

Dive into our online MSc in Computer Science - Online course, a gateway to digital expertise. From advanced programming with Python to cyber security and data protection, you'll sharpen your tech skills in preparation for the next stage in your computer science career.

This master’s in computer science course includes the following modules:

Course Details

• Programming with Python
• Advanced mathematics
• Advanced research methods
• Advanced statistics
• Algorithmics
• Networks and distributed systems
• Cyber security and data protection
• Seminar: computer science and society
• Elective
• Master thesis

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Fees and funding

Education is an important investment – in yourself and in your future – and we believe it’s an investment that should be accessible to all. Our online degrees offer a cost-effective route to accomplishing your educational objectives, as opposed to traditional on-campus studies. Demonstrating our dedication to inclusivity, we provide financial assistance such as scholarships and flexible payment choices.

As an LIBF student, you’ll have the opportunity to apply for an LIBF Scholarship if your net household income is less than £3,500 a month. The LIBF Scholarship is an award of £1,200 towards your tuition fees, spread over the duration of your course and reducing your total fees.

You will also receive a free iPad to aid your studies.

If you're a postgraduate student, you have the option to apply for a non-means-tested Master's Loan. This loan is available to UK or Irish citizens under the age of 60 who live in England. (Note that different funding rules apply in other parts of the UK.) The Master's Loan can be used to pay for your tuition fees and help with living expenses. The loan will be disbursed directly to your bank account in instalments throughout your studies. Repayment of the loan begins only after you have completed your course and are earning above a certain threshold.