Skip to main content
    GradsMatch
    Back to Programs
    Aston University

    Computer Science MRes

    Last verified against the official program page on .

    Birmingham, GBMResIn-person1 year
    £19,200.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    50%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    180
    Credits

    Computer Science MRes at Aston University is a 180-credit, 1-year, in-person MRes program based in Birmingham, GB. Tuition is £19,200.

    About the program

    Research-led programme for graduates with computing background to explore advanced topics in computer science, artificial intelligence or cybersecurity. Combines specialist modules with an in-depth research project.

    Focus: research
    Part-time option

    Your fit

    Match

    Pro users see a 0 to 100 match score personalized to their academic profile, plus a per-component breakdown (major, GPA, tests, work experience, and more).

    Admissions

    Pro

    Unlock full admissions requirements

    GPA thresholds, GRE/TOEFL/IELTS minimums, essay counts, recommendation letters, prerequisites, admissions contacts, and country-specific requirements like APS certification, portfolio submissions, or GATE scores.

    Sign up for 7-day free trial

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min Overall score of 78
    IELTS
    optional
    Min For postgraduate research and related programmes like Computer Science MRes, Aston University generally expects a minimum IELTS Academic overall 6.5 (or equivalent) — for example TOEFL, PTE, etc. — with at least 6.0 in each component.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK) Graduate Visa (formerly Graduate route) for eligible postgraduate degrees; length varies by application date (18 months if applied on/after 1 Jan 2027).

    £12,000.00
    Annual living cost

    Application Checklist

    Sign in to track what you need to submit for this program.

    Sign in
    See admits on GradCafe
    Self-reported profiles of past applicants to this program.

    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

    Recommendations

    Exact count of letters required, whether academic vs professional references are preferred, and any program-specific guidance on who to ask.

    Essays

    Number of essays required (statement of purpose, personal statement, diversity statement), prompts where the program publishes them, and whether supplemental essays are optional or mandatory.

    Contact

    Direct email and phone for the admissions office handling this program, plus a link to the program-specific inquiry page where available.

    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Computer Science MRes at Aston University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Computer Science MRes at Aston University is £19,200 across 180 required credits.
    Is Computer Science MRes at Aston University online or in-person?
    Computer Science MRes at Aston University is offered in-person.
    How long does Computer Science MRes at Aston University take to complete?
    Computer Science MRes at Aston University is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for Computer Science MRes at Aston University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2:1 (upper second-class honours) degree
    How competitive is Computer Science MRes at Aston University?
    Computer Science MRes at Aston University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 50%.