Program Overview

MSc Advanced Computer Science with Business

Overview

This programme is an ideal course for you if you have graduated from a computer science background and wish to build on your existing knowledge of computer science whilst learning key business and management skills.

Entry Requirements

Applicants are required to have at least a 2:1 degree in computer science or a related area. This is an advanced programme and requires substantial previous knowledge of computer science (equivalent to that gained from an undergraduate degree in this area).

Applicants must be able to show evidence of good programming ability in a recognised modern computer language. Applicants may be interviewed by video conference to assess their programming ability and suitability for the course.

Course Content

Computer Science is a wonderful, complex and curiosity-driven scientific field in its own right, but it enables, facilitates and supports so many other fields of scientific inquiry and is applied to so many real-world problems that it affords you the opportunity to take your research or career almost anywhere.

Our Advanced Computer Science with Business MSc course design offers you the flexibility to choose the modules that match your areas of interest. Our computer science modules cover fundamental skills such as high performance computing, machine learning, modelling and simulation, social networks and text analysis, and security. You can choose from a selection of business modules covering accounting, competitive strategy, leadership, operations, innovation, digital transformation and marketing.

Fees

2025/26 entry

• UK fees per year: £12,600 full-time; £6,300 part-time
• International fees per year: £29,500 full-time; £14,750 part-time

Teaching and Research

Teaching is mainly delivered by lectures, workshops and online materials. Each module references core and supplementary texts, or material recommended by module deliverers, which provide in depth coverage of the subject and go beyond the lectures.

Facilities

Our latest computing facilities are world-class spacious teaching labs allowing comfortable, collaborative working in a sensory-friendly environment.

Careers

Computer Science is at the forefront of technology and innovation. With connectivity at the heart of society, there is an increasing need for graduates who are able to understand the latest techniques and technology to negotiate problems. Huge opportunities exist for the businesses and individuals who can solve these problems using the latest technology such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, high performing computing and cyber security.

Related Courses

• Advanced Computer Science MSc
• Cyber Security Analytics MSc

Why Exeter?

• Student life
• Our campuses
• International students
• Accommodation
• Apply for a Masters
• Immigration and visas
• Tuition fees and funding

Module Details

• Compulsory modules:
  • ECMM454 Computer Science Business Project
• Optional modules:
  • ECM34XX Module in Computer Science (up to 30 credits)
  • ECMM409 Nature-Inspired Computation
  • ECMM410 Research Methodology
  • COMM039 Network Science
  • ECMM424 Computer Modelling and Simulation
  • ECMM426 Computer Vision
  • COMM040 Text Mining and Natural Language Processing
  • COMM113 Deep Learning
  • ECMM461 High Performance Computing
  • ECMM462 Fundamentals of Security
  • MTHMXXX Mathematics Modules
  • SOCM033 Data Governance and Ethics
  • BEAM045 Accounting for International Managers
  • BEMM068 Managing Competitive Strategy
  • BEMM071 Leadership and Global Challenges
  • BEMM114 Managing Operations
  • BEMM118 Strategic Innovation Management
  • BEMM148 Marketing Strategy
  • BEMM190 Digital Transformation