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Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)
Computer Science
Queen Mary University of London
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Computer Science course at Queen Mary University of London.
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A level
A*,A,A
Must include at least one of Mathematics, Computer Science or Physics. Excluded subjects - General Studies and Critical Thinking Please note: You will also be expected to achieve a Pass grade in the practical endorsement for any of the following A levels - Biology, Chemistry, Physics - if taken with one of the Awarding Bodies in England.
Most popular A-levels studied
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| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | A |
| Computer Science | A |
| Physics | A |
| Further Mathematics | A |
| Chemistry | A |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: G401
Here's what Queen Mary University of London says about its Computer Science course.
With the digital world rapidly evolving in every industry, find yourself at the forefront of solving today’s biggest technological challenges.
Is quantum computing the future? Can we predict when the next big earthquake will happen? How can we stop the next major cyber-attack? Will autonomous systems revolutionise healthcare and transport? Technology is part of our future, and it is up to people like you to decide how it will impact and shape our world.
Machine learning, data science, web programming, computer networks and security engineering – these are just a few of the areas you can explore. With your newfound skills, figure out how to design software solutions that address cutting-edge challenges in science, engineering, healthcare, and many other areas.
Step into a world of opportunity
Taught by our award-winning and research-leading academic team, you’ll be able to choose which areas to specialise in. Tailor your modules to your interests and career aspirations, such as big data, computer games or social network analysis.
Ranked 8th for computer science and information systems in the UK by QS World Rankings by Subject (2025) and joint 1st for impact in the last Research Assessment Framework (2021), the research that underpins our course really has been built to reflect the global challenges of today.
After graduating, a career in computer science could see you testing trading systems at an investment bank, designing artificial intelligence algorithms for healthcare, or researching innovations in computer vision, music and speech. What will you choose?
This programme will be reviewed for re-accreditation by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, in December 2025. This review is expected to result in accreditation for the 2026 and 2027 intakes. Accreditation can only be granted after a successful review and is subject to approval by the BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, Academic Accreditation Committee.
Source: Queen Mary University of London
Course details
Qualification
Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)
Department
Electronic Engineering and Computer Science
Location
Main Site | London
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Computer science
Start date
14 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Wales | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
The modules you will study
YEAR 1
Semester 1 ECS401U - Procedural Programming (15 credits) ECS404U - Computer Systems and Networks (15 credits) ECS407U - Logic and Discrete Structures (15 credits) ECS427U - Professional and Research Practice (15 credits)
Semester 2 ECS414U - Object Oriented Programming (15 credits) ECS417U - Fundamentals of Web Technology (15 credits) ECS419U - Information Systems Analysis (15 credits) ECS421U - Automata and Formal Languages (15 credits)
Please note that all modules are subject to change.
How you will be assessed
Assessment typically includes a combination of coursework (presentations, assignments, essay report writing, in-class tests, research and project work) and/or examinations in May or June.
Individual and group projects are assessed through a written report, practical demonstration and oral examination.
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Queen Mary University of London
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Queen Mary University of London students who took the Computer Science course - or another course in the same subject area.
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Teaching on my course
82%
med
Teaching on my course
82%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
83%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
91%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
73%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
82%
med
Learning opportunities
82%
med
Learning opportunities
82%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
78%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
89%
high
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
81%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
77%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
84%
high
Assessment and feedback
78%
med
Assessment and feedback
78%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
84%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
87%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
70%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
77%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
74%
med
Academic support
84%
med
Academic support
84%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
83%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
84%
med
Organisation and management
79%
med
Organisation and management
79%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
80%
med
How well organised is your course?
78%
med
Learning resources
88%
med
Learning resources
88%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
85%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
88%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
89%
med
Student voice
76%
med
Student voice
76%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
65%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
85%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
78%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
79%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
84%
low
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
91%
high
Student information
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Graduate prospects
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Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Queen Mary University of London graduates who took Computer Science - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£36.9k
First year after graduation
£46.4k
Third year after graduation
£55.8k
Fifth year after graduation
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