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Computer Science - MSci (Hons)

UK

What will I learn?

The MSci (Hons) in Computer Science will teach you the principles of computer science and computer systems. You will learn how to program computers and how systems are organised, designed and implemented. During your studies, you will both explore the theoretical basis of computer science and will develop practical skills in software engineering. You will be able to build a degree programme around your interests and study specialist areas, such as artificial intelligence, human-computer interaction, computer security, video games, data encoding, databases, and operating systems. The MSci (Hons) in Computer Science is a five-year Integrated Masters course offered by the School of Computer Science. The course is designed to ground you in both the theory and practice of computer science. You will learn to think and solve problems logically, understand the fundamental principles of how computing systems work, and be exposed to significant new technologies as well as teamwork.

Which department am I in?

Computer Science

Study options

Full Time (5 Years)

Tuition fees
£30,160.00 (US$ 38,950) per year
Accomodation (self-catered residences) - 7816 (Per Year)
Start date

September 2026

Venue

University of St Andrews

College Gate,

St. Andrews,

Fife,

KY16 9AJ, Scotland, United Kingdom

Full Time (5 Years)

Tuition fees
£30,160.00 (US$ 38,950) per year
This is a provisional fee yet to be approved
Start date

September 2026

Venue

Main Site

16 St Katharine's West,

The Scores,

St Andrews,

KY16 9AX, Scotland, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

SQA HighersStandard entry grades - AAAAB, including A in Mathematics and a pass in one of the following: Biology (or Human Biology), Chemistry, Computing Science, Geography, Physics, Psychology.Minimum entry grades - AABB, including A in Mathematics and a pass in one of the following: Biology (or Human Biology), Chemistry, Computing Science, Geography, Physics, Psychology.Gateway entry grades - Applicants who have narrowly missed the minimum entry grades, but meet the University's contextual criteria, may be interested in one of the Universitys Gateway programmes.GCE A-LevelsStandard entry grades - AAA, including A in Mathematics and a pass in one of the following: Biology, Chemistry, Computing Science, Further Mathematics, Geology, Geography, Physics, Psychology.Minimum entry grades - ABB, including A in Mathematics and a pass in one of the following: Biology, Chemistry, Computing Science, Further Mathematics, Geology, Geography, Physics, Psychology.IB pointsStandard entry grades - 38 (HL 6,6,6), including HL6 in Mathematics and SL5 in one of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geography, Geology, Physics and Psychology.Minimum entry grades - 36 (HL 6,5,5), including HL6 in Mathematics and SL5 in one of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geography, Geology, Physics and Psychology

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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