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Graduate in as little as 1 year, or flex to part-time.
12th in employment in the UK*
Total fees: £7,680 – pay in full or pay per module.
UK demand for AI skills grew by 68,000 roles in 2025 alone.
Graduate in as little as 1 year.
12 starts per year – start within weeks.
No computing degree or experience required.
Curriculum designed by experts in tech.
Beating Russell Group universities on outcomes*
24/7 online Careers Hub for career confidence.
Master critical thinking for AI, not just today's tools, with the judgement to question and adapt as models advance.
Apply and optimise machine learning algorithms to real-world data using industry-standard tools.
Harness the power of large language models to develop intelligent, adaptive applications.
Build and manage scalable, cloud-based infrastructure for AI deployment and integration.
Complete a research project applying AI to your own interest, whether you're already in tech, or bringing AI into a completely different industry.
Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Machine Learning: Principles and Programming
Large Language Models and Prompt Engineering
Software Engineering
Modern Database Systems
Information Systems Development
Computer Networks
Cloud Computing
Project Management and the Computing Professional
Research Development
Research Project
Graduate ready to take on specialist AI roles at the forefront of innovation – with skills that open opportunities across industries worldwide.
Possible career paths include:
AI Architect: £62,504
Machine Learning Engineer: £67,721
Large Language Model Engineer: £39,981
Cloud Architect: £85,929
Software Developer: £44,388
*Salaries listed from glassdoor.co.uk and accurate as of February 2026.
Our computer science master's programmes are designed for anyone who wants to build strong, practical computer science skills in order to further their career. That includes people who want to move into computing roles, but also those who want to step into more senior positions.
Prof. Alastair Irons, Academic Lead for MSc Computer Science at Walbrook
Former Vice President (Academic) of the BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, and Chair of the BCS Academy.
I actually wanted to say how happy I am that I’m studying on this programme and how lucky I feel. The programme is very well structured, the study materials are solid, and it has helped me develop my skills and knowledge significantly. There are many online programmes available, but finding one that combined academic quality, accessibility and affordability was very important to me.
