Advanced Computer Science (January start)

Entry requirements

• minimum second-class (2:2) honours degree or international equivalent in computer science or a closely related discipline
• significant programming experience, preferably in Java or another object-oriented language
• other disciplines who have significant programming experience should contact us to discuss applying for this course

English Language Requirements

• You must have an English language minimum score of IELTS 6.0 (with no component below 5.5).
• We offer comprehensive English language courses for students whose IELTS scores are below 6.0. Please see ELTD for full details.
• As a university, we now accept many more English language tests other than IELTS for overseas applicants, for example, TOEFL and PTE Cambridge. View the full list of accepted English language tests here.

Months of entry

January

Course content

Computer science supports the build, development and use of computer systems. Systems development is of crucial importance in many areas of modern life. As new technologies continue to emerge, there's a growing worldwide need for skilled, expert computer science professionals.

Our MSc in Advanced Computer Science has a small number of compulsory modules, supplemented by a wide variety of optional modules. You can choose from this range of optional modules to tailor your own programme of advanced study to meet your academic interests and career aspirations, whether your interests relate to software engineering, or to data science.

Throughout the course, we offer opportunities to engage with industry through IT careers fairs, guest lectures from local industry, industrially sponsored projects, specialist sessions from our University Careers Service and student demo days to industry.

Information for international students

We haveve a thriving international community with students coming here to study from over 140 countries across the world. Find out all you need to know about studying in Glasgow at Strathclyde and hear from students about their experiences.

Fees and funding

Further information on fees and funding.