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100% online MSc Computer Science

Apply by: 14 October 2025
To begin: 28 October 2025
  • 180 credits
  • 2 years part-time
Stand out from the crowd in a high demand field. Study an immersive online MSc Computer Science degree from a university with leading teaching and research ratings and superb student satisfaction scores

This is Keele:

  • 100% online MSc within 24 months
  • Sought after programming and web languages taught, including Python, XML, R and Matlab
  • Internationally recognised expertise in computational neuroscience, evolutionary systems, machine learning and AI, software and systems engineering
  • 80% of research ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’*
  • £7,440 total fees with option to pay per module
  • Keele alumni discount available
*Latest Research Excellence Framework, 2021

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A flexible online Master’s designed to develop the computer scientists of the future

The online MSc Computer Science degree from Keele University has been specifically created to develop the knowledge and skills to excel in a computer science career. With no requirements to have studied computer science or to have prior work experience in the field, the programme is ideal for ambitious individuals who want to launch an exciting new career in this fast growing field, as well as for professionals who currently work in computer science roles and are looking for an academic qualification to accelerate their career progression.

The course equips you for careers ranging from roles as software developers and engineers, programming analysts, systems and web developers through to IT management roles, amongst others.

A sought after qualification from a university recognised for academic excellence

The academics in the Computer Science and Mathematics department are world-leading experts in their fields and are involved in cutting edge research, with 80% of the university’s research rated as ‘world leading or internationally important’ in the latest Research Excellence Framework.

Knowledge and skills taught include:

  • Design and programming
  • User interaction design
  • Software engineering
  • Data analytics
  • Web technologies and security
  • Research and consultancy skills
  • Advanced programming techniques
  • Fundamentals of computer science

A career-led programme designed for professionals in a dynamic world of work

Delivered entirely online and with a flexible course design, the MSc Computer Science can be studied from anywhere in the world and around work and family commitments, meaning you can continue to earn and progress in your role whilst you study. The course is industry led and benefits from the collaborative projects of the Computer Science and Mathematics department with industry partners, such as the ‘Knowledge Transfer Partnership’, with Bentley Motors Ltd.

Transform your skill set and career prospects with a 100% online MSc Computer Science degree from a university renowned for academic excellence and student satisfaction.

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for Student Experience

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Britain's best university, as ranked by students

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80%

of research 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent'

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96%

Graduate Employability

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