Program Overview
The Computer Science at King's College London is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT over 48 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Computer Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 48 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 20,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Computer Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Programming Practice and Applications
- Computer Systems
- Foundations of Computing I
- Data Structures
- Database Systems
- Elementary Logic with Applications
- Mathematical Methods in Physics
- Logic Design
- Introduction to Software Engineering
- Software Engineering Group Project
- Robotics Group Project
- Artificial Intelligence
- Practical Experiences of Programming
- Foundations of Computing II
- Operating Systems and Concurrency
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A/AS-levels in General Studies, Critical Thinking, or Global Perspectives \xc2\x96 College policy: Please note that these subjects are not accepted by King\'s as part of our A-level or AS-level requirements. However, we may take account of your grade if you have just fallen short of the conditions of our offer and we are considering whether or not to accept you onto the course.
- A-level: AAB. Required subjects: at least one of Mathematics, Computer Science, ICT, Computing, Electronics, Physics, Statistics or Software Systems Development. GCSE Maths grade B (or equivalent).
- Access to HE Diploma: Access to Science/ Maths Diploma (or similar) with 45 Level 3 credits: 33 must be from units awarded at Distinction, with the remaining Level 3 credits at Merit. Level 3 study to focus on at least one of Mathematics, Computer Science, ICT, Computing, Electronics, Physics, Statistics or Software Systems Development. Additionally, GCSE (or equivalent Level 2 study) grade B in Mathematics.
- Cambridge Pre-U: Three Pre-U Principal subjects at D3 D3 M2 including M2 in at least one of Mathematics or Physics. Additionally, GCSE (or equivalent) grade B in Mathematics.
- Combinations of Pre-U principal subjects and other qualifications (such as A-levels) considered.
- BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF from 2010): BTEC Extended Diploma in Information Technology at grades DDD with 12 Distinctions, including Distinctions in the core modules Information Systems and Computer Systems plus Distinctions in an additional two from: Database Design; Systems Analysis & Design; Mathematics for IT Practitioners; Software Design & Development or Event Driven Programming, AND one A-level at grade B from: Mathematics, Computer Science, ICT, Computing, Electronics, Physics, Statistics or Software Systems Development. Additionally, GCSE (or equivalent) grade B in Mathematics.
- BTEC Level 3 Diploma (QCF from 2010): DD with eight Distinctions, including Distinctions in the core modules Information Systems and Computer Systems plus Distinctions in an additional two from: Database Design; Systems Analysis & Design; Mathematics for IT Practitioners and one A-level at grade B from: Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Computing, ICT, Electronics, Statistics or Software Systems Development, OR DM with six Distinctions, including Distinctions in the core modules Information Systems and Computer Systems plus Distinctions in an additional two from: Database Design; Systems Analysis & Design; Mathematics for IT Practitioners and one A-level at grade B from: Mathematics, Computer Science, ICT, Computing, Electronics, Physics, Statistics or Software Systems Development. Additionally, GCSE (or equivalent) grade B in Mathematics.
- BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma (QCF from 2010): D with four modules at Distinction and two A-levels at grades AB or M and two A-levels at grades AA, including at least one A-level from: Mathematics, Computer Science, ICT, Computing, Electronics, Physics, Statistics or Software Systems Development. Additionally, GCSE (or equivalent) grade B in Mathematics.
- Scottish Highers & Advanced Highers: AAB at Higher in one sitting and AB at Advanced Higher, including Advanced Higher in one of Mathematics, Physics or Computing (we do not count the Higher and Advanced Higher in the same subject). Additionally, National 5 grade B or Standard Grade Credit level/Intermediate 2 required in Mathematics.
- International Baccalaureate: Pass the IB Diploma with a total of at least 35 points, with three Higher Level subjects at 665 HL 5 in at least one of Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or ITGS. Additionally, GCSE (or equivalent) grade B in Mathematics. Note the total point score of 35 includes TOK/EE.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 20,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 20,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact King's College London directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About King's College London
King's College London
London, England
King's College London is a public research university in London, England. King's was established by royal charter in 1829 under the patronage of King George IV and the Duke of Wellington. In 1836,...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 48 months