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Master of Advanced Computer Science and Engineering

Cardiff Metropolitan University

Cardiff, United Kingdom
1 year
English
On campus
Master

About the program

One-year full-time master's combining computer science with engineering systems, at the Llandaff campus.

Program highlights

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

What you will learn

Develop foundational knowledge in Advanced Computer Science and Engineering. Apply skills related to Compulsory 20-credit modules include Internet of Things
Information Security and Advanced AI in Robotics
supported by further technical modules. Interpret relevant evidence and communicate findings within the discipline.

Career outcomes

Embedded systems engineer
Robotics and autonomous systems developer
Software architect
Systems engineer
IoT ecosystems solutions architect
Cyber security infrastructure specialist
Data analyst
Intelligent systems engineer

Curriculum

Compulsory 20-credit modules include Internet of Things
Information Security and Advanced AI in Robotics
supported by further technical modules. Teaching is applied: most assessments use genuine industrial problems or active research challenges
with briefs reviewed by an industrial panel to keep them commercially relevant.

Entry requirements

Academic

Honours degree
Usually 2:2 or above
In a relevant subject (or an equivalent professional qualification
MBA also accepts management experience)
Non-UK degrees are assessed by the Admissions team
Some courses require an interview or portfolio
IELTS 6.0 to 6.5 by course.

Accepted academic background

Honours degree, usually 2:2 or above, in a relevant subject (or a professional qualification, MBA also accepts five years of management experience), equivalence set by the Admissions team for non-UK degrees (country page: e.g. India four-year/three-year bachelor degree from a recognised institution), interview for some courses, portfolio for Art and Design

Language tests

IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 each) or 6.5 (6.5 reading and writing
TOEFL iBT 6.0 others) depending on course
PTE Academic 59-62
Duolingo TOEFL iBT 72-83 (tests before 2026-01-21
Cambridge 4.0-4.5 for later tests)

Documents you’ll need

Completed Application
Official Academic Transcripts
Passport or Identity Document
Previous Degree Certificate
Academic References
Statement of Purpose

How to apply

Review the Advanced Computer Science and Engineering admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through the university application portal. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£17,600 GBP
Application fee	£35 GBP
Deposit	£3,000 GBP

Program details

Campus	Llandaff Campus
Faculty or school	Cardiff School of Technologies
Department	Cardiff School of Technologies
Teaching language	English
Credit value	180
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	2
Scholarship note	Potential Cardiff Metropolitan University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Advanced Computer Science and Engineering. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
16 Jul 2027
244 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.