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Computing Science MSci

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Computing Science MSci

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    Key Information

    • Study Level:

      Master

    • Duration:

      5 Years

    • Study Mode:

      Full Time

    • Start Date:

      01 September 2021

    • Tuition Fees EU/EEA:

      £ 1,820 Per Year

      These fees apply to students from the EU/EEA

    • Tuition Fees International :

      £ 19,700

      These fees apply to students from outside the EU/EEA

    institution

    University of Aberdeen

    The University of Aberdeen was founded as King’s College by William Elphinstone, Chancellor of Scotland and Bishop of Aberdeen in 1495. That makes the University of Aberdeen the third oldest in Scotland, and the 5th oldest in all of the UK. King’s College was initially established to train the professionals that the northern part of […]

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    Course Summary

    Computing Science is a part of nearly every industry, profession and field of inquiry today. Engineering the latest power sources, analysing and understanding human genetics, creating new financial products and making online shopping more secure all depend heavily on the software and hardware that Computing Science specialists produce.

    The University of Aberdeen’s Computing Science MSci degree program is designed to give students not just the tools of computer science but to help them apply those tools in real world business and industrial settings via a placement year and frequent contact with industry professionals.

    You’ll study theory and practical skills alike, delving into such complex specialties as software engineering, interface design, artificial intelligence or perhaps a specialty you’ll help create in Aberdeen’s state of the art computer labs.

    If you are changing direction after starting in another career area, you will possess valuable work experience and professional awareness. Many employers actively seek candidates with these benefits. Our network of contacts, a dedicated employability service and a reputation in the legal profession mean we also have an outstanding track-record of finding students legal employment.Many employers favour GDL students in an increasingly competitive legal job market. Through studying another degree subject, you will have gained many transferable skills. By taking the conversion route into law, you are showing motivation and determination by choosing law at a later stage than some others. This looks good to employers.

    If you are changing direction after starting in another career area, you will possess valuable work experience and professional awareness. Many employers actively seek candidates with these benefits. Our network of contacts, a dedicated employability service and a reputation in the legal profession mean we also have an outstanding track-record of finding students legal employment.Many employers favour GDL students in an increasingly competitive legal job market. Through studying another degree subject, you will have gained many transferable skills. By taking the conversion route into law, you are showing motivation and determination by choosing law at a later stage than some others. This looks good to employers.

    Course Outline

    The MSci course is delivered over 5 years for most students, including a year of industrial placement.

    Year 1:

    Your core curriculum for the first year will consist of modules designed to give you a solid grasp of Computing Science basics, including:

    • Computer Architecture (15 Credits)
    • Computer Programming and Principles (15 Credits)
    • Grand Challenges of Computing and Artificial Intelligence (15 Credits)

    You’ll also prepare for your career with Professional Skills Part 1.

    Year 2:

    In year 2, you will focus more on the specifics of coding and programming. Your modules will include:

    • Algorithmic Problem Solving (15 Credits)
    • Data Management (15 Credits)
    • Human Computer Interaction (15 Credits)
    • Modern Programming Languages (15 Credits)

    Year 3:

    In year three you will go beyond coding to study programming languages and software engineering with modules such as

    • Languages and Computability (15 Credits)
    • Operating Systems (15 Credits)
    • Principles of Software Engineering (15 Credits)
    • Software Engineering and Professional Practice (15 Credits)

    Year 4 (placement):

    You will spend 9-12 months of your fourth year in industrial placement earning a substantial pay check as well as building up vital working experience.

    Year 5:

    In your final year you will have only a single module in Research Methods, in addition to your Honours Computing Project, worth 45 Credits.

    Learning & Teaching

    The University of Aberdeen’s Computer Science MSci program is largely delivered in the lab, but you will also study using the traditional methods of workshops, tutorials, seminars, lectures, group and individual projects as well as plenty of individual research.

    Career Possiblities

    An MSci degree in Computer Science from the University of Aberdeen gives you excellent employability prospects. In addition to a degree from one of the UK’s most respected universities, you’ll have had a year actually working in your field with one of the university’s partner organisations in a business, commercial or industrial context. You’ll also have the assistance of the university’s Careers Service both before and after graduation.

    Entry Credit

    Entry Requirements for UK and EU-nationals

    The University of Aberdeen’s Computer Science MSci program typically requires applicants to have earned 3 A Levels at BBB or better, SQA Highers of AABB or better, or any equivalent achievement.  

    Entry Requirements for overseas (non-EU) students                         

    International students must be fluent in written and spoken English. This can be demonstrated by an IELTS score of 6.0 or better overall, with no less than 6.0 in Writing and no less than 5.5 in any other sections.

    International students must also have undergraduate accreditation equivalent to that required for UK and EU students. This includes many degrees from non-UK universities, outlined here.  

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