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Diploma of Computing

Keele University International College

Keele, United Kingdom
0.58 years
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

A one-year research master's in Computing completed through an independent supervised thesis.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (0 year): no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Computing in Research Master to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in programming
Algorithms and computational problem-solving. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

Software Developer
Systems Analyst
Application Developer

Curriculum

Independent research project in Computing guided by a supervisor
Supported by research training and regular supervisory meetings
And completed with a thesis for examination. Students join the school's research community and its research training and events.

Entry requirements

Academic

Country-specific secondary-school qualification: 12 years of education or 40 UCAS points (see https://kuic.keele.ac.uk/admission/academic-requirements/).

Accepted academic background

Successfully completed a minimum of 12 years of education or equivalent, Or GCE A Levels with at least 40 UCAS points (UK entry); Country-specific standards on the Academic Requirements page (https://kuic.keele.ac.uk/admission/academic-requirements/); Offers are conditional and may involve an admissions interview

Language tests

IELTS 5.5
TOEFL iBT 72
PTE Academic 59
Duolingo 100
Institutional test Oxford ELLT 5

Documents you’ll need

Academic transcripts
Identification document
Application form
Language proficiency evidence where applicable

How to apply

Check entry requirements for your country () and the deadline. Apply online through the KUIC StudyLink portal () or an authorised agent. No application fee is stated. Provide the documents requested
Including an English certificate if required. An admissions interview may be a condition of the conditional offer. Meet the conditions
Receive the unconditional offer
Pay the 50-100% deposit and return the signed acceptance form. Submit Pre-CAS documents
Receive the CAS and apply for the student visa.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£16,500 GBP
Application fee	£0 GBP
Deposit	£27,039 GBP

Program details

Campus	Keele
Faculty or school	Keele University International College
Department	Computer Science and Mathematics
Teaching language	English
Credit value	35,60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	Potential institution scholarships may have separate eligibility and application requirements; Confirm availability for this program.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
3 Oct 2026
Closed
Program starts
February 2027
Apply by
31 Jan 2027
78 days left
Program starts
September 2027
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31 Jan 2027
78 days left
Program starts
October 2027
Apply by
31 Jan 2027
78 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 0.58 years.