MSc Computer Science – online

Join one of the fastest growing industries in the UK, with an online MSc in Computer Science, from the University of Bath. In the first half of 2021, 173,309¹ tech jobs were advertised monthly on average. This represents an increase of 42% relative to 2019¹. University of Bath recognises the importance of developing elite computer science professionals, and this course offers you the chance to upgrade your know-how and switch up your career, no matter if you want to be a software developer or a technical analyst.

World-leading academics

University of Bath provides working professionals, or those with no previous experience, with trailblazing, practice-based teaching, aimed to inspire and prepare you for a career in computer science. Throughout studying the online computer science degree you’ll be taught by inspirational research academics, whose work leads the way in AI, Human Computer Interaction and cybersecurity.

• Ranked 6th* best university in the UK by the Guardian University Guide 2024.
• Ranked 4th for student experience in Economics by the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024.
• The University of Bath was named ‘University of the Year for Graduate Jobs’ in the first Daily Mail University Guide 2024.

What you will learn

• Understand core theories and practices in computer science
• Explore exciting new opportunities in AI, human computer interaction and cybersecurity
• Acquire key theories and mathematical principles to support your understanding of emerging techniques
• Develop primary research and critical evaluation skills to form your own solutions
• Contributing towards the body of knowledge of particular technical and industrial fields
• Think creatively and critically and push the boundaries with code

“I chose the University of Bath because they are part of the Institute of Coding which aims to increase the number of people who can work in technology. It’s important to me to study at a university that understands the real-world impact of technology and I believe that the University of Bath’s involvement in the Institute of Coding shows their commitment to this.”– JESS CREES, COMPUTER SCIENCE ONLINE MSC STUDENT.

Pioneering industry insights

The University of Bath heads up the Institute of Coding, an initiative made up of universities and corporations committed to plugging the digital skills gap. This initiative helps develop skills where they’re most needed in order to create the next generation of digital specialists.

The Institute’s vision is to enhance the education and employability of every learner and ensure that employers and individuals can access the skills they need to compete in the global digital economy. This initiative means that the University of Bath is ideally placed to help you develop the skills that employers need the most, in order to advance your career goals.

Curriculum details

• Principles of programming (10 credits)
• Software engineering 1 (10 credits)
• Foundations of computation (10 credits)
• Software engineering 2 (10 credits)
• Databases and cloud (10 credits)
• Functional programming (10 credits)
• Artificial intelligence (10 credits)
• Entrepreneurship (10 credits)
• Theory of human computer interaction (10 credits)
• Cybersecurity (10 credits)
• Intelligent control and cognitive systems (10 credits)
• Research project preparation (10 credits)
• Independent research project (60 credits)

Interactive online learning

The course is delivered remotely and entirely online. Learning material is made available to students via a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). Assessments are conducted online, also through the VLE. Students study one unit at a time, and learning support is provided through electronic discussion forums.

What do our graduates do next?

After studying our master’s in computer science, potential graduate opportunities include:

• Games developer
• Information systems manager
• IT consultant
• Multimedia programmer
• Network engineer
• Systems developer

Where do our graduates go on to work?

Graduates from the Department of Computer Science have gone on to work for companies such as:

• Nokia
• BAE Systems
• Electronic Arts
• KPMG
• Web Usability
• Imagination Technologies

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*Rankings based on undergraduate data.

1. “Jobs and Skills Report,” Tech Nation. Retrieved February 17, 2022, from https://technation.io