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    Computer Science MSc

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    London, GBMScIn-person1 year
    £42,700.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    13%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    180
    Credits
    £90.00
    App fee

    Computer Science MSc at UCL is a 180-credit, 1-year, in-person MSc program based in London, GB. Tuition is £42,700.

    About the program

    Conversion programme covering programming, app engineering, computer architecture, databases, algorithms, and software engineering, with a substantial research project and opportunities for team projects with industrial or research clients.

    Focus: both
    9 (QS World University Rankings 2026) | 4 (QS World Subject Rankings 2026 for Computer Science)

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    Deadlines

    Rolling
    TBA

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Level 2: Overall score of 96 with 24/30 in reading and writing and 22/30 in speaking and listening (tests before 21 January 2026)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Level 2: Overall score of 7.0 and a minimum of 6.5 in each component

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years (Graduate Route visa)

    £17,524.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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

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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Computer Science MSc at UCL cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Computer Science MSc at UCL is £42,700 across 180 required credits.
    Is Computer Science MSc at UCL online or in-person?
    Computer Science MSc at UCL is offered in-person.
    How long does Computer Science MSc at UCL take to complete?
    Computer Science MSc at UCL is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for Computer Science MSc at UCL?
    Per the program's published guidance: A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree (or international qualification of an equivalent standard)
    How competitive is Computer Science MSc at UCL?
    Computer Science MSc at UCL reports an acceptance rate of approximately 13%.