Applicant information
What happens after you apply to Bristol?
MSc in Computer Science (conversion)
| Awards Available | MSc |
|---|---|
| Duration of programme | One year full-time; two years part-time |
| Part-time study available? | Yes |
| Number of places | Not fixed |
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Programme overview
The aim of this MSc is to provide students coming from any discipline (other than Computer Science) with a wide understanding of Computer Science.
The programme is sufficiently general to give you an excellent background for a professional career in industrial or commercial organisations, and the required background in computer science to enable you to undertake further study leading to the specialisations needed for a research career.
This MSc is a conversion programme meant for people with little or no previous academic computing experience and is designed for students coming from a wide range of academic backgrounds.
Entry requirements
An upper second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in any subject other than Computer Science. Competence in mathematics must be demonstrated, with at least a good grade in GCSE Mathematics or preferably with A-level Mathematics or equivalent university-level experience.
For information on international equivalent qualifications, please see our International Office website.
Admissions statement
Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required.
Programme structure
Core Units
- Overview of Computer Architecture
- Programming in C
- Software Engineering and Group Project
- Databases
- Object-Oriented Programming with Java
- Research Skills
- Web Technologies
Project
You must complete a project that involves researching, planning and implementing a major piece of work. The project must contain a significant scientific or technical component and/or a software development component. It is usually submitted in September.
Application deadline: 31st August 2014
Get in touch
MSc in Computer Science (conv)
Graduate School of Engineering
Merchant Venturers Building
Woodland Road
Bristol
BS8 1UB
Tel: +44 (0) 117 954 5130
Email: enq-pgtcs@bristol.ac.uk
Web: http://www.bris.ac.uk/engineering/departments/computerscience
International students
Open to international students? Yes
English-language requirements: 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in all bands, in addition to the standard entry requirements.
Find information for international students on eligibility, funding options and studying at Bristol.
Fees and funding
2014/15 fees
Full-time: UK/EU £7,700;
overseas £17,500
Part-time: UK/EU £3,850;
overseas: n/a
Fees stated are per annum and are subject to annual increase.
Funding options
Further information on funding for prospective UK, EU and international postgraduate students is available from the Student Funding Office.
Research Assessment Score
Unit of Assessment 23 applies. See Complete RAE listings for University of Bristol for further details.
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