Study Computing MSc by Research at Abertay University in the UK, Abertay University

Computing MSc by Research

UK

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What will I learn?

This is a potential research degree area, subject to the approval of the University. If you are interested in undertaking a research degree in this area, please make contact with the Dean to discuss your proposal.Computing research at Abertay benefits from membership of SICSA (Scottish Informatics and Computer Science Alliance), our relationships with technology companies such as Microsoft and NCR, the Police and other public bodies, and our leading research and testing facilities, including our Emergent Technology Centre. Postgraduate students at the University will have access to research and development opportunities, as well as contact with professionals working within the computing industry.Postgraduate research is conducted with a focus on a variety of applications, such as security-related applications and investigations, the exploration of user experiences with technology, including immersive experiences, human computer interaction and accessibility, and usable security. Our interdisciplinary culture at Abertay also combines research in Computing with other areas, in particular through interactions with Cybersecurity, Games, Psychology and Food.Abertay is the lead partner for a Cybersecurity research and development centre as part of the Tay Cities Deal, offering expertise in applied research and access to a range of public-sector support for local businesses and public bodies.

Which department am I in?

Abertay University

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
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Start date

October 2026

Venue

Abertay University

Bell Street,

Dundee,

scotland,

DD1 1HG, Scotland, United Kingdom

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
Information not available

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Start date

February 2027

Venue

Abertay University

Bell Street,

Dundee,

scotland,

DD1 1HG, Scotland, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

The minimum entry requirement for all our research degrees is an Upper Second Class Honours degree (or equivalent) at undergraduate level in an appropriate discipline and/or a Masters degree. In some cases, appropriate professional or experiential learning may be considered in combination with a lower classification of Honours degree.

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

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About Abertay University

Abertay University is the top modern university in Scotland for student satisfaction, research intensity and facilities investment (CUG, 2026).

  • Based in the heart of beautiful Dundee in Scotland
  • Excellent teaching quality ratings - UK Top 20 for teaching
  • Pioneering videogame and cybersecurity research
  • 85 percent of graduates in work or further study (HESA ‘23)

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