Course summary
Develop state of the software systems that are appropriate to a particular application, secure and usable software systems, with a good understanding of their potential risks and limitations. Part of pioneering history: take your computer science understanding to the next level at Manchester, a pioneer of computer science history and home to the first memory-stored computer. Comprehensive curriculum: explore a broad range of expansive units, including core software engineering topics and a choice from a wide range of optional units Diverse specialisations: tailor your route to you, by choosing the areas which will best further your interests. Hands-on experience: gain practical experience through your individual project that lets you apply advanced software engineering techniques to real-world problems.
How to apply
International applicants
This course has a subject classification which requires students whose nationality is outside the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland to have an ATAS certificate, irrespective of country of residence at the point of application.
Further information can be found on the UK Government's website: www.gov.uk/academic-technology-approval-scheme
Entry requirements
We operate a selective staged admissions process. We give preference to students with the strongest grades from high-ranking institutions. Successful applicants typically hold a First-class honours degree (70% average) from a UK university, or the overseas equivalent, in a Computer Science degree with a minimum of 50% Computer Science content. We require that all applicants have a strong background in Computer Science reflected, for example, in solid programming and software development skills
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | IELTS: at least 6.5 overall with no sub-test below 6.0. |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 90 | TOFEL iBT: at least 90 overall with no sub-test below 20. We do not accept 'MyBestScore'. |
All applicants will need to demonstrate competency in English language. Applicants who do not already possess an acceptable English Language qualification will need to take a recognised test and attain the required English Language score: IELTS: at least 6.5 overall with no sub-test below 6.0. TOFEL iBT: at least 90 overall with no sub-test below 20. We do not accept 'MyBestScore'. Pearson PTE: at least 70 overall with no sub-test below 65. Further information on language requirements can be found on our website .
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
For fees for entry in 2025, please view the course listing on our website.
Sponsorship information
We offer a number of postgraduate taught scholarships and awards to outstanding UK and international students each year. The University of Manchester is committed to widening participation in master's study, and allocates £300,000 in funding each year. Our Manchester Master's Bursaries are aimed at widening access to master's courses by removing barriers to postgraduate education for students from underrepresented groups. For more information, see the Department of Materials Fees and funding page or visit the University of Manchester funding for master's courses website for more information.
Provider information
University of Manchester
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9PL