About Computing (msc) in Cardiff University
This MSc Computing offers students from diverse career and subject areas a balance of software engineering skills and technical abilities required for a career in Software Development.
Through this one-year programme you will get a first-hand understanding of the vital problem-solving role of software, the interdisciplinary opportunities available, and what computational systems can achieve.
Through a gentle introduction and intensive support, you will be introduced to programming skills using important languages such as Java and Python. Emphasis is placed on handling data and you will develop essential skills in SQL (Structured Query Language) for advanced database functionality using industry standard products such as Oracle™.
A choice of taught optional modules allows you to further develop skills in areas of your choice.
Graduates from these programmes will be ideally placed for employment in the computing industry or for careers requiring a combination of their graduate discipline with computing expertise.
Academic qualification equivalents
English language requirements
- IELTS : 6.5
- TOEFL IBT: 90
- PTE: 62
Cardiff University Highlights
| University Type |
Public |
| Campus Setting |
Urban |
| Establishment Year |
1883 |
| Application cost |
20/25 GBP |
| Average Cost of Attendance |
32,000 GBP |
| Mode of Program |
Full time, distance, and online |
| Graduate Job Rate |
95.7% |
Cardiff University Cost of Attendance
The estimated fees for the 2020/2021 academic session are presented in the table below.
| Fees |
Undergraduate (GBP) |
Postgraduate (GBP) |
| Tuition Fee |
17,700 – 21,950 |
21,950 - 23,450 |
| Rent (including bills) |
5,320 |
6,920 |
| Food |
1,400 |
1,820 |
| Books and copying |
400 |
500 |
| Social |
1,080 |
1,400 |
| Clothes |
225 |
300 |
| Laundry and toiletries |
225 |
420 |
| Travel |
900 |
1,200 |
| Telephone/mobile and TV license |
450 |
600 |
| Total |
27,700 – 31,950 |
35,110 – 36,610 |
