Program Overview

Advanced Computing MSc

Key information

Course type: Single honours Delivery mode: In person Study mode: Full time Duration: One year full-time, September to September Credit value (UK/ECTS equivalent): UK 180/ECTS 90 Application status: Open Start date: September 2025

Course essentials

The Advanced Computing MSc provides knowledge and experience of computing at an advanced level. The programme allows students to select modules on a wide range of advanced computer science subjects, so that they can build a programme that suits their interests and career aspirations.

Key benefits

• 6th in the UK for Computer Science (QS World Rankings 2024).
• The Department of Informatics has a reputation for delivering research-led teaching and project supervision from leading experts in their field.
• You'll interact with world-class experts in many exciting areas of Computer Science, including Algorithms and Data Analysis, Cybersecurity, Human-Centred Computing and Software Systems.
• You'll study a wide-range of innovative modules, covering both the theory and practice of modern Computer Science.
• Friendly and supportive learning environment, with students from across the globe.

Entry requirements

UK applicants

• Standard requirements: A minimum high 2:1 undergraduate Bachelor’s (honours) degree with a final mark of at least 65% or above
• Programme-Specific Requirements: A Bachelor's degree with a high (minimum of 65%) 2:1 honours (or international equivalent) in Computer Science or another relevant quantitative discipline

International applicants

• Equivalent International qualifications: Select a country to view equivalent qualifications
• English language requirements: English language band B

Teaching & structure

Teaching methods

• Lectures
• Seminars
• Group Tutorials
• Flipped classroom approach
• Independent Study

Assessment

• Coursework
• Written/Practical Examinations
• In-Class Tests
• Presentations
• Individual Project Dissertation

Structure

• Courses are divided into modules
• You will normally take modules totalling 180 credits
• You will complete the course in one year, studying from September to September

Required modules

• Individual Project (60 credits)

Optional modules

• You are required to take 120 credits from a range of optional modules, which may typically include:
  • Cryptography (15 credits)
  • Nature-Inspired Learning Algorithms (15 credits)
  • Pattern Recognition, Neural Networks & Deep Learning (15 credits)
  • Network Data Analysis (15 credits)
  • Security Management (15 credits)
  • Artificial Intelligence Planning (15 credits)
  • Agent & Multi-Agents Systems (15 credits)
  • Computer Vision (15 credits)
  • Security Engineering (15 credits)
  • Big Data Technologies (15 credits)
  • Software Measurement & Testing (15 credits)
  • Introduction to Data Visualisation (15 credits)
  • Software Engineering & Underlying Technology for Financial Systems (15 credits)
  • Distributed Ledgers & Crypto-currencies (15 credits)
  • Data Mining (15 credits)

Careers

Employability

• The Careers Service run tailored sessions for Informatics students and a careers programme which includes skills sessions and visits from top employers.
• Our graduates have gone on to have successful careers in IT companies and the IT departments of large institutions (private and public sector).
• Other graduates have entered into the field of academic and industrial research.

Destinations

• Recent graduates have found employment within the following job roles and companies:
  • Senior Account Manager, Electronia
  • Software Engineer, Huawei
  • Cyber Security Engineer, Sony
  • Data Scientist, Sensoteq
  • Expert Solution Architect, Swiss Re
  • Developer, Dromedaware Ltd

Fees & Funding

Tuition Fees

• UK: Full time: £16,950 per year (2025/26)
• International: Full time: £37,800 per year (2025/26)

Deposit

• If you receive an offer for this programme, you will be required to pay a non-refundable deposit to secure your place.
• The Home deposit is £500. The International deposit is £2000.

Additional Costs

• In addition to your tuition costs, you can also expect to pay for:
  • Books if you choose to buy your own copies
  • Clothing for optional course related events and competitions
  • Library fees and fines
  • Personal photocopies
  • Printing course handouts
  • Society membership fees
  • Stationery
  • Travel costs for travel around London and between campuses
  • Graduation costs

Funding

• To find out more about bursaries, scholarships, grants, tuition fees, living expenses, student loans, and other financial help available at King's please visit the Fees and Funding section.