Advanced Computer Science MSc

Gain the skills to shape the digital world. Explore developments across platforms, networks and technologies and prepare for your future in system design.

Advances across platforms, networks and technologies can help us to tackle society’s most pressing challenges. Whether finding ways to forecast extreme weather, improving medical diagnosis or optimising public transportation, there’s significant demand for skilled scientists who specialise in system design.

On this course, you’ll explore new possibilities across science, digital media and e-commerce. By studying at Sussex, you’ll:

* benefit from our strengths in areas such as software design, system design, and mobile and cloud computing

* access state-of-the-art facilities including our specialist teaching computer labs and media technology labs offering industry-standard equipment

* boost your employability through our mix of accreditations, industry partnerships and employer connections

* connect with spin-out companies such as InCrowd and Player Research.

Based within our Department of Informatics, you’ll join a thriving community of research excellence. We’re home to leading research hubs including Sussex AI and the Sussex Centre for Consciousness Science.

Throughout your studies, you’ll learn from experts across the field of computer science. Popular module topics include:

* advanced software engineering

* quantum computing

* human-computer interaction

* web applications and services

* network science

* image processing

* machine learning.

You’ll also complete a practical or theoretical MSc project, where you’ll have opportunities to work with an industrial partner and gain skills to kickstart your career.

When you graduate, you’ll be ready for a career in areas of high-demand. You might also decide to conduct further research within academia or industry, or go on to further study.

About Sussex\
Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.

Location\
Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.