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Master of Applied Computer Science

Richmond American University London

  • London, United Kingdom
  • 1 year
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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About the program

Hybrid computer science major run with an online education partner.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Develop subject knowledge in Applied Computer Science and design and evaluate computational solutions
  • Use relevant digital tools
  • And interpret technical evidence.

Career outcomes

  • Software Developer
  • Systems Analyst
  • IT Project Coordinator
  • Technology Consultant

Curriculum

  • The hybrid major teaches Python with the Django framework and debugging of HTML
  • CSS and JavaScript. Some courses are delivered online through the partner Rize Education by faculty at consortium institutions
  • Starting from a no-prerequisite Python programming course developed with Google.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • UK first degree 2:2
  • US degree with cumulative GPA about 2.5-3.0
  • Or international equivalent. English direct entry: IELTS 6.5 (6.0 per component)
  • PTE 65
  • Cambridge 176
  • TOEFL iBT 5.0
  • Preparatory-semester MSc routes IELTS 6.0 (5.5 per component).

Minimum GPA

2.5

Accepted academic background

Bachelor degree (UK 2:2 or equivalent) in any relevant field, Some programmes (MSc Applied Computer Science conversion) accept non-computing degrees.

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 5.0
  • PTE Academic 65
  • Cambridge 176
  • IELTS Academic 6.5

Documents you’ll need

  • Passport copy
  • Academic transcripts and certificates
  • English proficiency evidence
  • Personal statement
  • References where requested
  • Financial and visa documents for CAS processing.

How to apply

  1. Visit the official website. Review the entry requirements for the selected program. Complete the direct or recognized application route. Submit academic transcripts
  2. English proficiency evidence
  3. A personal statement
  4. any program-specific materials. Accept the offer and pay the required tuition or CAS deposit. Complete CAS checks and Student visa requirements for study in the United Kingdom. Enroll according to the university instructions.

Other costs

Tuition per year£19,850 GBP
Application fee£50 GBP
Deposit£1,000 GBP

Program details

CampusChiswick Park
Faculty or schoolDepartment of Science, Innovation and Technology
DepartmentDepartment of Computing and Technology
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value36
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay2 years
Scholarship noteRichmond American University London offers merit-based, Program-specific, Or institutional scholarship opportunities for eligible students. Award availability, Value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

    Apply by

    1 Dec 2026

    17 days left
  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    1 Jul 2027

    229 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1 year.