Overview

The Computer Science online programme from University of Bath Online offers you the chance to upgrade your skills and elevate your career. No previous experience with programming? No problem. Whether you want to be a software engineer, developer or a technical analyst, this course will give you all you need to progress.

By accelerating your mathematical knowledge and your understanding of computational models, theories and methodologies, you will gain a deeper understanding of computer systems.

The University of Bath heads up the Institute of Coding, an initiative made up of universities and corporations committed to plugging the digital skills gap. The initiative gives employers the opportunity to contribute to the online masters in computer science, ensuring you’re able to develop the skills that employers need the most.

Turn your passion into a profession

Computer science skills are essential to nearly every modern business the world over, making MSc Computer Science graduates highly coveted by major employers.

Thanks to connections with international businesses, we’ve helped a number of recent campus computer science MSc graduates secure positions with the likes of Imagination Technologies, Electronic Arts, BAE Systems, KPMG and Nokia. If you’ve got the passion, we’ll help find the computer scientist in you.

After studying our master’s in computer science, potential graduate opportunities include:

games developer

information systems manager

IT consultant

multimedia programmer

network engineer

systems developer

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Programme Structure

Units you can take on this course include:

Phase 1 compulsory units

Principles of programming
Software engineering 1
Foundations of computation

Phase 2 compulsory units

Software engineering 2
Databases and cloud
Functional programming
Foundations of Artificial Intelligence

Phase 3 optional units

Block 1: Select 2 units from block one

Cybersecurity (10 credits)
Entrepreneurship (10 credits)
Artificial Intelligence as a Social and Political Practice (10 credits)

Block 2: Select 2 units from block two

Theory of human computer interaction (10 credits)
Deep learning (10 credits)
Robotics (10 credits)

Phase 4 compulsory units

Research Project Preparation
Dissertation

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 27 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00

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Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Self-paced
Continuous support with feedback on request
Individual work/assignments (with online group discussions), Online group works/assignments

Campus Location

Clacton-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Computer Sciences Cyber Security Software Engineering View 94 other Masters in Computer Sciences in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Typically you should have a first or strong second class bachelor’s honours degree or international equivalent.

To apply for this course, you may have an undergraduate degree in any subject, but you must demonstrate evidence of relevant quantitative skills (especially algebra and calculus) either through your degree study or by alternative means.

We may make an offer based on a lower grade if you can provide evidence of your suitability for the degree.
If your first language is not English you will need IELTS with a grade of at least 6.5 overall and no less than 6.0 in any of the four parts (listening, reading, writing and speaking). If you completed your degree in the UK within the last 2 years prior to the start of the course, you may be exempt from our English language requirements.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

5776 GBP / year

≈ 5776 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5776 GBP / year

≈ 5776 GBP / year

Additional Details

Cost per 10 credits £722. Fees are paid per unit.

The total cost of this 180 credit course is £12,996

Funding

University of Bath alumni will receive a 10% discount.

*Fees are valid up to and including September 2026 intake. Tuition fees are liable to increase each January. You should budget for an increase of up to a maximum of 8% each year. Terms and conditions apply.

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General requirements

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