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Master of Advanced Computer Science with Placement

Canterbury, United Kingdom
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Master of Science in Advanced Computer Science with Placement is a 2-year full-time master's programme at Kent's Canterbury campus covering advanced computer science for graduates with a computing background, With a placement option.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1.5 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Critically analyse concepts and evidence relevant to Advanced Computer Science with Placement. Apply advanced subject knowledge to specialist academic or professional questions. Relevant syllabus content includes: modules listed on the course page include Project & Dissertation
Advanced Java for Programmers
Python Programming
Object-Oriented Programming
Cognitive Robotics
Computational Creativity.

Career outcomes

Software engineering
Mobile applications development
Systems analysis
Consultancy
Networking
Web design and e-commerce
Finance and insurance
Engineering
Education
Government
Healthcare

Curriculum

2-year full-time programme at Canterbury. Modules listed on the course page include Project & Dissertation
Advanced Java for Programmers
Python Programming
Object-Oriented Programming
Cognitive Robotics
Computational Creativity and Creative AI and Natural Language Processing. Includes a professional practice and placement year. Ends with a dissertation or major project.

Entry requirements

Academic

Typical offer (course page): 2.2 or above in an acceptable subject.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor degree (first or second class honours or equivalent), By country on https://www.kent.ac.uk/internationalstudent/countries/index.html

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
PTE Academic 63
TOEFL iBT 4
Oxford Test of English 118
Duolingo 110

Documents you’ll need

Personal Statement
Academic Reference
Academic Transcripts
Identification Document

How to apply

Check requirements and deadlines: taught courses 27 Nov 2026 for January 2027
31 Aug 2027 for September 2027. Apply online via 'Apply now' on the course page (Kent Vision portal). No application fee. Provide the personal statement
An academic reference
Transcript and ID. Complete the CAS Shield interview if asked. Meet conditions
Accept as Unconditional Firm and pay the deposit via the e-store or Flywire. Receive the CAS and apply for the UK Student visa with proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£23,950 GBP
Application fee	£0 GBP
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Canterbury
Faculty or school	School of Computing
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1.5 years
Scholarship note	Kent publishes international postgraduate scholarship opportunities. Eligibility, Entry year and award value vary, Check the current scholarship criteria.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
31 Aug 2027
290 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.