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Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
Computer Science
University of Warwick
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Computer Science course at University of Warwick.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
A*,A*,A
To include grade A* in Mathematics. Most applicants will also be required to take the Test of Mathematics for University Admission (TMUA) (see ‘Additional entry requirements’).
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year |
| Wales | £9,535 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| EU | £33,520 per year |
| International | £33,520 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: G403
Here's what University of Warwick says about its Computer Science course.
Do you have a talent for mathematics and a passion for technology? Warwick's Computer Science is one of the most established courses in the UK. The MEng provides great depth and breadth, working closely with industry leaders, you will develop industrially relevant subject knowledge and skills.
If you have a talent for mathematics and a passion for technology, this exciting, accredited course will enable you to acquire technical skills in software engineering, algorithm analysis and system design, as well as experience of project management, research and scientific methods.
As one of the most established courses in the UK, our focus is on the principles and underpinnings of computer science, an understanding of which will give you the ability to adapt to change and new developments throughout your career. In short, while we teach using many of the latest technologies, our emphasis on fundamentals will prepare you to engage with any technology.
You will work closely with industry leaders, enabling you to develop industrially relevant subject knowledge and transferable skills, such as teamwork, communication, and planning. In your third year, you will undertake an individual project, where you will apply your knowledge to an area of your choice under the supervision of world-leading academics.
The course is taught from first principles, which means you do not need prior knowledge of computer science or programming before you arrive. Our only requirements are that you have a strong background in mathematics and the desire to succeed, we will support you through our commitment to teaching excellence and a stimulating academic community.
You may choose to spend a year in industry, research institutions, or study abroad between Years Two and Three, or between Years Three and Four of your degree. This will be reflected in your degree title.
On the MEng course, you will stay on for a fourth year to study more advanced material. You will also participate in a group project, which will integrate taught material as well as helping you to improve your research and development skills in a team environment.
This course is accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT.
Course details
Qualification
Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
Department
Computer Science
Location
Main Site | Coventry
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Computer science
Start date
September 29, 2025
Application deadline
January 29, 2025
University of Warwick reviews
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I received some decent support from the SU. However, the SU is too far aligned with the University and not independent enough as it ideally should be
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Impossible to partake in University life due to the University's failure to provide basic accessibility - I quite literally could not travel on campus
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A few places on campus were a tad expensive
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What support? Trying to access support was impossible - issues such as health conditions and bereavement took months for the most basic of support to be offered. I am a disabled student and it often felt like I was the first person they have ever had to accommodate for - the entire University syste...
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When I started at the Uni there were some nice facilities, however efforts to 'modernise' quieter areas have made them inaccessible
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores
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 University of Warwick students who took the Computer Science course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
76%
med
Teaching on my course
76%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
84%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
75%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
57%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
89%
high
Learning opportunities
75%
med
Learning opportunities
75%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
74%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
74%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
76%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
83%
high
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
69%
med
Assessment and feedback
63%
low
Assessment and feedback
63%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
76%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
73%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
36%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
80%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
49%
low
Academic support
80%
med
Academic support
80%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
85%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
76%
low
Organisation and management
64%
low
Organisation and management
64%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
68%
low
How well organised is your course?
61%
med
Learning resources
93%
high
Learning resources
93%
high
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
93%
high
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
90%
high
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
95%
high
Student voice
65%
low
Student voice
65%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
50%
low
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
87%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
59%
low
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
56%
low
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
87%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
83%
med
Student information
See who's studying at University of Warwick. These students are taking Computer Science or another course from the same subject area.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Mathematics | A* | |||||
| Further Mathematics | A* | |||||
| Physics | A* | |||||
| Computer Science | A* | |||||
| Chemistry | A | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
We have no information about graduates who took Computer Science at University of Warwick.
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Warwick graduates who took Computer Science - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£36.5k
First year after graduation
£52.2k
Third year after graduation
£51.8k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Computer Science.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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The University of Warwick is a campus university with an established reputation for world-class teaching and research. We are listed as 67th in the QS World University Guide 2024, and highly ranked in all three major national league tables. We've also been awarded Gold in all categories of the government’s latest Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) rankings, an accolade that attests to the dedication and inspiration of our teaching staff. We provide a platform for the curious; we inspire, we excite, and we invigorate. This means as a student, you'll develop the agility of thinking and breadth of experience that will enable you to rise to any future challenges, and make a positive difference in the world. Warwick is more than an institution; it is a community that thrives because of the close connection between its people and a host of facilities that provide students with a wealth of opportunity. With more than 300 clubs and societies, you'll never be short of things to do and you have the chance to build connections and friendships with new people.
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