Program Overview
The Advanced Computer Science at University of Leeds is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT over 12 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 Advanced 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Location: Leeds, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Advanced 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
- Machine Learning
- Information Visualization
- User Adaptive Intelligent Systems
- Distributed Systems
- Combinatorial Optimisation
- Graph Algorithms and Complexity Theory
- Big Data Systems
- Data Science
- Bio-Inspired Computing
- Knowledge Representation and Reasoning
- Algorithms
- Parallel and Concurrent Programming
- Cloud Computing
- Semantic Technologies and Applications
- Image Analysis
- Scheduling
- Scientific Computation
- Graph Theory: Structure and Algorithms
- Mobile Applications Development
- Secure Computing
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons) in computing or a related subject with a substantial computing element. Relevant work experience will also be considered.
We expect you to have programming competence, some prior experience of systems development and knowledge of data structures and algorithms.
All applicants will need to have GCSE English Language at grade C or above, or an appropriate English language qualification.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
2010-09-17
About University of Leeds
University of Leeds
Leeds, United Kingdom
University of Leeds is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2010-09-17
- Start Date 2017-09-25
- Language English
- Duration 12 months