This advanced computing science masters allows you to deepen your knowledge of the subject, drawing on the expertise of our world-leading academics to investigate topics at the cutting edge of computing research. The MSc is designed for graduates with a computing science background who wish to study new topics, begin to specialise in a particular field, and gain further qualifications. It’s ideal as preparation for a research post or for graduates looking to differentiate themselves in the job market. The degree is more flexible than some our more specialised courses and gives you the choice of a wide range of topics, reflecting the research specialisms of our School – including Artificial Intelligence, Graphics, Audio and Visual Processing, Data Mining and Systems Engineering. You’ll become aligned with one of our major research areas and undertake an in-depth project that may involve a placement with one of our industry links. The rapid development of computing in all its forms is prompting many recent graduates to broaden and deepen their knowledge through studying a MSc course. Many practitioners also want to expand their expertise and refresh their skills. The MSc Advanced Computing Science offers a flexible programme that covers a broad spectrum of computing, reflecting the research interests and specialisms of the School. It is a full-time, one-year taught programme, which can also be taken part-time over two years. The course is aimed at students with a first degree in computing science wishing to broaden and deepen their knowledge of the subject.