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Master of Advanced Computer Science with Project and Placement Year
- Chester, United Kingdom
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
Master of Science in Advanced Computer Science with Project/Placement Year is a two-year full-time master course taught at Exton Park, Chester by the University of Chester.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply theoretical and practical approaches in Advanced Computer Science with Project and Placement Year. Analyse problems
- Evaluate technical solutions
- and communicate project results using suitable tools and methods.
Career outcomes
- Chartered IT Professional route (BCS accredited)
- IT and computing roles
Curriculum
- Two-year full-time course. Modules named on the course page include User-Centred Design and User Experience
- Databases and Security
- Digital Forensics and Penetration Testing
- Programming for AI/Machine Learning and Research Project
- In units of 20 to 60 credits. It includes a final dissertation or project module. This version adds a placement or industry year.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor's degree of equivalent standard to a UK bachelor's degree
- Normally 2:2 or above
- Some courses require a related subject
- Professional checks or an interview.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's degree of equivalent standard to a British bachelor's degree.
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts and Certificates
- English Proficiency Evidence
- Academic Reference
- Statement of Purpose
- Passport Copy.
How to apply
- Check the programme entry requirements and available intake. Complete the university application and provide the academic documents and language evidence requested for admission. Pay an application fee if applicable. Review the admission decision
- Accept the offer and arrange visa documents where necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £9,200 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £20,027 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Exton Park, Chester |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology |
| Department | Computer Science and Information Technology |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 240 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
19 Oct 2026
Closed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is £9,200 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £20,027 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,827 GBP.
An interview is required.

