Program Overview

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Computer Science MEng

The comprehensive MEng Computer Science at UCL allows you to build the broad base of technical skills and knowledge needed for a computing career. With a strong emphasis on independent research, this 4-year integrated program provides you with the engineering expertise, practical computing skills, and academic discipline to help shape the next wave of computing innovation.

Important Notice

This is the course information for 2026 entry. Details for 2027 entry will be published soon.

Study Mode

• Full-time

Duration

• 4 academic years

Tuition Fees (2026/27)

• UK students: £9,790
• Overseas students: £46,700

Programme Starts

• September 2026

Application Deadline

• 14 January 2026

UCAS Course Code

• G402

Entry Requirements

A Levels

• Grades: AAA
• Subjects: A* in either Mathematics or Further Mathematics required
• GCSEs: English Language and Mathematics at grade C or 4

Contextual Offer Information

• Grades: A*AB
• Subjects: A* in either Mathematics or Further Mathematics required
• GCSEs: English Language and Mathematics at grade C or 4

International Baccalaureate Diploma

• Points: 40
• Subjects: A total of 20 points in three higher-level subjects, including grade 7 in Mathematics
• Note: The program will accept either 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' or 'Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation' at higher level, with 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' preferred

Contextual Offer

• Points: 38
• Subjects: A total of 18 points in three higher-level subjects, including grade 7 in Mathematics, with no higher-level score below 5
• Note: The program will accept either 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' or 'Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation' at higher level

UK Applicants Qualifications

For entry requirements with other UK qualifications accepted by UCL, please refer to the list below:

• Access to HE Diploma
• BTEC National Diploma
• Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects
• Scottish Advanced Highers
• T Levels
• UAL Extended Diploma

International Applications

Country-specific information, including details of when UCL representatives are visiting your part of the world, can be obtained from the International Students website.

Additional Tests

TARA Admissions Test

For the 2026 cycle, alongside the UCAS application, UCL will require all applicants to the above program to sit the TARA (The Test of Academic Reasoning for Admissions) run by University Admissions Tests UK.

Course Overview

The Computer Science MEng is a 4-year course that provides a comprehensive education in computer science, with a strong emphasis on independent research and practical skills. You will acquire a broad base of technical skills and knowledge, as well as significant research experience and expertise.

What This Course Will Give You

This program offers you the following benefits and opportunities:

• Thrive under the mentorship and guidance of active researchers as you complete your self-directed project at one of the world's most influential computer science research institutions
• Work on real-world projects with industry partners such as Microsoft, Intel, Cisco, and the NHS through the department's Industry Exchange Network (IXN)
• Customize your degree by selecting modules from across the UCL Faculty of Engineering with the Integrated Engineering Programme (IEP)
• Gain valuable industry experience by taking an optional additional placement year
• Study at UCL's Bloomsbury campus, in the heart of a London district famous for its cultural and educational institutions

Teaching and Learning

In each year of your degree, you will take a number of individual modules, normally valued at 15 or 30 credits, adding up to a total of 120 credits for the year. Modules are assessed in the academic year in which they are taken.

Modules

Please note that the list of modules given here is indicative. This information is published a long time in advance of enrollment and module content and availability are subject to change.

Your Learning

Through the core curriculum of the Computer Science MEng, you will engage in a range of learning activities, such as lectures, tutorials, and lab classes. Throughout your degree, you will apply theoretical knowledge in practical activities, working with your peers to solve real and challenging problems.

Assessment

Your progress will be assessed through a broad range of methods, which typically include individual and group coursework, lab demonstrations and reports, individual and group projects, tests, and written examinations. In your final year, you will also be asked to produce a substantive Master's-level project or dissertation report.

Accessibility

The department will endeavor to make reasonable adjustments for students with disabilities, including those with long-term health conditions, neurodivergence, learning differences, and mental health conditions.

Fees and Funding

Fees for This Course

• UK students: £9,790
• International students: £46,700

Additional Costs

You will require a modern computer (PC or Mac) with minimum specifications of 8GB RAM and 500GB SSD storage, with a camera and microphone. However, we recommend at least 16GB RAM and 0.5-1 TB SSD storage. Approximate costs may range from £800-£1500.

Funding Your Studies

Various funding options are available, including student loans, scholarships, and bursaries. UK students whose household income falls below a certain level may also be eligible for a non-repayable bursary or for certain scholarships.

Employability

You will graduate from this course as a computer science specialist, with substantial experience in solving complex problems that require skills and knowledge drawn from multiple disciplines. You will have acquired a strong foundational understanding of the advanced mathematics that underpins computer science, with the strong analytical and practical skills needed to thrive in this fast-moving field.

The Foundation of Your Career

This 4-year degree is designed to provide you with significant research experience and understanding of research methods and approaches, making it the ideal preparation for anyone interested in pursuing further postgraduate and doctoral study. The course also gives you a robust foundation for a wide range of exciting roles across many industries.