Overview

As in other branches of applied mathematics and engineering, improvements in the practice of computing necessitate a deep and broad engagement with the foundations of computer science

Recognising this, this full-time, twelve-month MSc has been designed to teach the mathematical principles of specification, design and efficient implementation of both software and hardware.

The MSc in Advanced Computer Science at the University of Oxford is designed to combine theory and practice. It teaches the advanced techniques and ideas that are being developed in application domains (such as machine learning, verification and computer security) and the rich and diverse theories that underpin them. These include models of computation and data, and mathematical analysis of programs and algorithms.

The course aims:

to provide a foundation for research into the theory and practice of programming and the design of computer-based systems;
to present knowledge, experience, reasoning methods and design and implementation techniques that are robust and forward-looking;
to provide the foundation for a professional career in the computing-based industries, including telecommunications, process control, business-, mission-, and safety-critical fields; and
to enhance the skills of a professional who is already working in one of these industries.

Programme Structure

Examples of modules offered:

Advanced Security
Categories, Proofs and Processes
Computational Biology
Computational Learning Theory
Database Systems Implementation
Deep Learning in Healthcare
Graph Representation Learning
Foundations of Self-Programming Agents
Quantum Software
Probabilistic Model Checking

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-08 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

110

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IELTS

7.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Oxford, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Computer Sciences Web Technologies & Cloud Computing Machine Learning View 101 other Masters in Web Technologies & Cloud Computing in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

First Class

English requirements

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110

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Other requirements

General requirements

As a minimum, applicants should hold or be predicted to achieve the equivalent of the following UK qualifications:

a first-class undergraduate degree with honours in computer science or mathematics

For applicants with a degree from the USA, the minimum GPA sought is 3.7 out of 4.0.

Other qualifications, evidence of excellence and relevant experience

It is vital that you possess the necessary background to cope with mathematical notation and basic skills in computer programming. Applicants should have carried out some programming projects either in employment or study, potentially including self-directed study. There are no specific programming languages that are prioritised but it is important that you have engaged with the task of coding and implementing algorithms.
You are not required to submit publications with your application, but if you do have publications please give details.

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

41250 GBP / year

≈ 41250 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

17900 GBP / year

≈ 17900 GBP / year

Living costs

Oxford

United Kingdom

939 - 1530 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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