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Computer Science (with an industrial placement year) MCompu (Hons)

University of Sussex

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  • Qualification

    Master of Computing (with Honours) - MCompu (H)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Sandwich / Placement

  • Start date

    23-SEP-24

  • Duration

    5 Years

Course summary


100% of our research impact in Computer Science and Informatics was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)


About this course

Computer Science at Sussex provides a rigorous professional education in computing. You can also apply for a year working in industry.Our MComp covers the fundamental concepts of computing and their application, and includes advanced study in specialisms including artificial intelligence, digital media, IT management, and mobile systems.You'll study in our £12-million centre for teaching in the areas of computing, robotics, electronics and mechatronics. You'll benefit from a new student-focused hub, a suite of high-spec computers and new project workspaces.You'll graduate with deep knowledge and skills in areas that are in high demand in industry.


Accreditation

This course is accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT.


MComp or BSc?

We also offer this course without the industrial placement year, as a three-year BSc, or as a four-year BSc with an industrial placement year.


About Sussex

Sussex graduates change the world. Our students become the leaders of the future, making discoveries, improving lives and changing things for the better.Study with us to join a welcoming and inspiring community of staff and students from more than 140 countries.


Location

We shape the world from a fantastic campus on the UK’s beautiful south coast.We are the only UK university surrounded by a national park, so you can step off campus to explore the hills and woodlands of the South Downs. The vibrant, colourful and creative seaside city of Brighton & Hove is just nine minutes away.With Brighton voted the happiest city in England for students, (Student Living Survey, Sodexo, 2018) there can be few better places to study.

Application deadline

31 January

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 25,000per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

Entry requirements

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A level : AAB

You will also need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics, with at least grade 6 (or grade B).We will also consider applicants with grade 5 in Mathematics if you are taking A-level Computer Science, Chemistry, Maths or Physics.You should also have a broad range of GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

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University information

University of Sussex

University of Sussex

  • University League Table

    50th

  • Campus address

    University of Sussex, Sussex House, Brighton, Brighton & Hove, BN1 9RH, England

The city of Brighton & Hove is world-famous for its openness and inclusivity. The city is only 1 hour from London and 30 minutes from Gatwick Airport.
With world-leading development courses and highly regarded business programmes, Sussex has a reputation for expertise in sustainability and innovation.
A university with an international reputation, Sussex welcomes students to its friendly community of academics and students of over 150 nationalities.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    41st out of 115 9

  • Entry standards

    / Max 235
    135 60%

    45th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    81.0 81%

    52nd

    7
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.98 80%

    27th

    6

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