Program Overview
The Postgraduate Pathway: Computer Science at Swansea University is a Pre-Master 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 Postgraduate Pathway: 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 5
- Tuition: GBP 12,750 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 12,750 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: Swansea, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Postgraduate Pathway: 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
- Interactive Learning Skills and Communications (ILSC) (20 credits)
- Research Methodology (20 credits)
- Interactive Learning Skills and Communication
- Strategy
- Critical Management Thinking
- Quantitative Methods for Business
- Academic English SkillsPrinciples of Finance and InvestmentAcademic English Skills (2)Research and Critical AnalysisStudy Skills Tutorial (2)
- Principles of Finance and Investment
- Academic English Skills (2)
- Research and Critical Analysis
- Study Skills Tutorial (2)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
English language requirements
English test exemptions
- Please note that where appropriate (i.e. you have obtained the relevant score) ICWS will continue to exempt the need for IELTS/PTE from students who have taken local examinations in English such as WAEC, KSCE, ICSE, HKDSE, A-level, IB, SPM and so on and to exempt students who can demonstrate where they have been taught through the medium of English.
English language dates
- 10 weeks courses begin in January, April, July and September of each year
Your English language preparation
- If you do not meet the English Language requirement for direct entry to your chosen pathway, you can receive the required amount of English Language tuition to prepare you for successful entry into your chosen programme at a later date. The English Language training is conducted by Swansea University\'s English Language Training Services (ELTS).
English Proficiency: IELTS 5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,750 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 12,750 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,750 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 12,750 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Swansea University 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 Swansea University
Swansea University
Swansea, United Kingdom
Swansea University is a public research university located in Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom. It was established as University College of Swansea in 1920, as the fourth college of the University...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-24
- Language English
- Duration 12 months