Computer Science (Applied) Bournemouth University (BU)
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSci | On-Campus | Full-time | 4 - 5 years | September | £9790.00 year per | £20685.00 year per |
September 2026 entry:
- £9,535 (UK, ROI & CI)
- £20,685 (Int'l) per year
- Placement year: See website
For fees and funding information, please visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-funding
Course overview
Why study MSci Computer Science (Applied) at BU?
- Master advanced computing skills: Seamlessly build upon your BSc Computing knowledge and explore cutting-edge technologies and enhance problem-solving abilities through applied, hands-on learning in a focused 120-credit program.
- Gain diverse technical experience: Work with network science, digital forensics, programming, and application development in a cohesive, applied curriculum.
- Tailor your degree: Choose specialist units such as computational modeling and quantum computing to align with your career goals and gain practical experience.
- Enhance your employability: Gain real-world experience through a team-based Master's project without a traditional dissertation, focusing on applied skills, collaborating with BU staff and global experts from academia and industry.
- Pursue diverse career opportunities: Prepare for roles such as IT analyst, system architect, or DevOps engineer with a strong applied foundation.
- Achieve excellent graduate outcomes: Our graduates secure professional or managerial positions, demonstrating the value of an integrated, applied Master's degree with a streamlined 120-credit structure.
Entry requirements
September 2026 entry: The entry requirements for this course are 104-120 UCAS tariff points including 2 A-levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM. T-level requirements: Merit (120 tariff points).
International entry requirements:
For September 2026 entry: If English is not your first language you'll need IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each of the 4 components, or equivalent.
Please see below some examples of the qualifications for entry onto Year 1 for September 2026 entry:
- China: Chinese Senior High School Graduation Certificate (Huikao) average 80%, or Gaokao 61-71%. Grade depends on the course
- France: Baccalaureate with 11.5–12.5 overall or 10.5-11.5 (international option)
- Hong Kong: HKDSE Diploma (4,4,3 to 4,4,4 from three subjects). Grade depends on the course
- India: All India Senior School Certificate Examination (Standard XII) 60-70%
- Spain: Titulo de Bachillerato with 6 - 7. Grade depends on the course
- Turkey: Devlet Lise Diplomasi/Lise BitirmeDiplomasi 3.5/5.0 or 70%
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