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MSc Computer Science
Heriot-Watt University
Advance your career
Learn from world-renowned experts in Computer Science and integrate industry certificates into your studies.
Performance-Based Admission
Successfully complete the first course to qualify for admission - no computer science undergraduate required.
Complete in 18 months - 8 years
Complete eight courses and a final project, either full time or at a pace that suits you.
100% online
Videos, live sessions, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers.
£8,995 tuition fee
No application fee. Pay as you learn. All materials and assessments included.
Careers
Secure your professional expertise and open the door to exciting new possibilities with a prestigious master’s from Heriot-Watt
Heriot-Watt University is the highest ranked university in Scotland (and second in the UK) for graduate outcomes (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2024).
84% of our graduates are in employment or further education 15 months after graduation. 15.76% of our students have transitioned into CEO or managing director roles - the highest percentage found anywhere in the UK.
After graduation, your skills will be in high demand across many industries, preparing you for a range of diverse job roles including full stack developer, cloud architect, DevOps engineer or systems administrator.
Develop critical skills to boost your employability
Recognised professional certifications
Increase your earnings with a master’s degree
Connect knowledge with industry
Applications for May 2025 intake are open!
Application deadline: March 24, 2025.
Join our webinar on January 23 to find out more about the programme and meet the Programme Director - Dr Abrar Ullah. Register now to secure your spot!
If you have any questions about the admissions process or the programme, please do not hesitate to get in touch via hwoadmissions@hw.ac.uk.