UK · Master's
University of Oxford
MSc in Advanced Computer Science
University of Oxford
Course Overview
Oxford's MSc in Advanced Computer Science is a research-leaning 12-month program based in the Department of Computer Science. Students pick 10 modules from a deep specialist menu — machine learning, formal verification, computational biology, security, programming languages — and complete a substantial individual dissertation supervised by a research-active academic.
A strong stepping stone to a PhD (at Oxford or elsewhere) or to senior engineering and research roles in industry. The cohort is small (around 35–40 students globally) which means direct access to faculty and tight peer collaboration.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle First-class undergraduate honours degree in Computer Science or Mathematics (GPA 3.7+ from a Sri Lankan university).
- check_circle Strong mathematical foundation — discrete maths, probability, linear algebra.
- check_circle Demonstrated programming experience (personal projects, internships, or open-source contributions).
- check_circle Three academic references and a written technical statement.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 7.5 Overall (min 7.0 in each section).
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 110 Overall (min 22 in each section).
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (£) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (12 months) | £43,730 | Rs. 17,492,000 |
| College Fee | £9,290 | Rs. 3,716,000 |
| Living Expenses (9 months) | £15,000 | Rs. 6,000,000 |
| Student Visa & IHS Fee | £1,800 | Rs. 720,000 |
| Total Programme Investment | £69,820 | Rs. 27,928,000 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
Eligible for the 2-year UK Graduate Route. Software roles sit on the UK Shortage Occupation List — a clear pathway to Skilled Worker sponsorship. Oxford CS graduates routinely place at DeepMind, Google Research, JP Morgan, and into top global PhDs.
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