Overview

The Advanced Computer Science programme from the University of Cambridge aims to:

Give students, with relevant experience at the first-degree level, the opportunity to carry out directed research in the discipline;

Give students the opportunity to acquire or develop skills and expertise relevant to their research interests;

Provide preparation appropriate for undertaking a PhD programme in computer science;

Provide the Faculty with an extended period in which to train students and then to judge the suitability of students for PhD study; and

Offer a qualification that is valuable and highly marketable in its own right that equips its graduates with the skills and expertise to play leading roles in industrial and public-sector research.

Key facts:

By the end of the programme, the students will have:

A comprehensive understanding of techniques, and a thorough knowledge of the literature, applicable to their chosen area

Demonstrated some originality in the application of knowledge, together with an understanding of how research and inquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in their chosen area

Shown abilities in the critical evaluation of current research and research techniques and methodologies

Demonstrated some self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems, and acted autonomously in the planning and implementation of research

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computer Science
Data Science

Cybersecurity

Computational Linguistics
Cloud Computing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 9 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-26 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

7.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) Computer Sciences Software Engineering View 484 other Masters in Computer Sciences in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

First Class

English requirements

IELTS

7.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK First class Honours Degree.

If your degree is not from the UK, please check International Qualifications to find the equivalent in your country.

The first-class honours degree, or equivalent, should be in computer science. Alternatively, applications will be considered from those holding a degree of equal status in engineering, science, mathematics, or another numerate degree, and where the applicant can demonstrate significant relevant preparation for the Cambridge MPhil course.

Mathematics to A-level standard or equivalent and programming experience will be presumed.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

48192 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

19674 GBP / year

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Living costs

Cambridge

United Kingdom

846 - 1465 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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