Overview

The Advanced Computer Science with a Year in Industry MSc course from University of Liverpool will place you at the cutting edge of the discipline.

You’ll choose remaining topics from a variety of optional modules. You could opt to focus on practical algorithms and data mining techniques, discover biologically inspired optimisation, hone your expertise in advanced web technologies, or be introduced to neural networks for artificial intelligence.

Whether you’re interested in technical and organisational discussions about cryptography and security or want to enhance your understanding of how maps can be visualised online, the number of options ensures you can tailor the programme to your individual needs.

You’ll also have the chance to participate in a group project where you can work with your peers as part of a programming team to find a solution to a practical problem. In year two, you’ll undertake an industrial project, that’s research or application oriented, in a real-world environment as part of an extended placement opportunity.

Key facts

Previous graduates are working network systems and data communications analysis, computer software engineering, network and computer systems administration, and database administration.
Potential roles you would be well placed to secure on completion of this MSc include:

Database administrator
Information systems manager
Applications developer
IT consultant
Network engineer
Systems designer.
Many of our graduates also choose to continue their studies and embark on PhD research.

Accreditation

The programme is accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, for the purposes of partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods in Computer Science
Knowledge Representation
Privacy and Security
Advanced Algorithmic Techniques
Biocomputation
Geographic Data Science

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-25 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-31 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

We accept a 2:2 honours degree from a UK university, or an equivalent academic qualification from a similar non-UK institution. This degree should be in computer science or a closely related subject.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

30800 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

13300 GBP / year

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Additional Details

UK: Year in industry fee - £2,700

International: Year in industry fee - £6,200

Living costs

Liverpool

United Kingdom

556 - 1035 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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