Computer Science MPhil
Queen's University of Belfast
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 70 graduates of Computer Science MPhil at Queen's University of Belfast for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Accounting.
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Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of Accounting
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £24004 | £24688 | £29948 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20982 - £28114 | £19094 - £31741 | £22540 - £40187 |
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Course Description
The School of Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EEECS) aims to enhance the way we use technology in communication, data science, computing systems, cyber security, power electronics, intelligent control, and many related areas.
You’ll be part of a dynamic doctoral research environment and will study alongside students from over 40 countries world wide; we supervise students undertaking research in key areas of computer science, including: computing systems, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. As part of a lively community of over 100 full-time and part-time research students you’ll have the opportunity to develop your research potential in a vibrant research community that prioritises the cross-fertilisation of ideas and innovation in the advancement of knowledge.
Within the School we have a number of specialist research centres including a Global Research Institute, the Institute of Electronics, Communications and Information Technology (ECIT) specialising in Cyber Security, Wireless Innovation and Data Science and Scalable Computing.
Many PhD studentships attract scholarships and top-up supplements. PhD programmes provide our students with the opportunity to acquire an extensive training in research techniques.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Computer Science MPhil at Queen's University of Belfast
| 80% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Sports and fitness occupations |
| 5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 5% | Media Professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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The minimum academic requirement for admission to a research degree programme is normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University. Further information can be obtained by contacting the School.
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
University Rankings
of Queen's University of Belfast
among 5 universities in Northern Ireland
based on 36 different rankings
Positions of Queen's University of Belfast in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Queen's University of Belfast in related subject specific rankings.
Computer Science
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 14 May, 2024]
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- #301
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- Computer Science
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 17 January, 2025]
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- #301
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- Computer Science
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NTU Rankings by Subject
[Published 01 September, 2024]
See all 36 university rankings of Queen's University of Belfast
About Queen's University of Belfast
List of 326 Bachelor and Master Courses from Queen's University of Belfast - Course Catalogue
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FAQ about Computer Science MPhil Queen's University of Belfast
- Welfare and housing associate professionals (80%), Teaching Professionals (5%), Sports and fitness occupations (5%), Managers, directors and senior officials (5%)
- Queen's University of Belfast achieved the highest ranking for Computer Science. It is ranked #22 in CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject (Computer Science). See all subject rankings for Queen's University of Belfast.
- Computer Science MPhil is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at Queen's University of Belfast.
- It is very difficult to get accepted into this course. Accepted students had an average UCAS tariff score of 164 which makes it one of the 14.4% most difficult courses to enter among all Computer Science students in the UK.
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 14 May, 2024
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 17 January, 2025
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)
NTU ranking
- Published:
- 01 September, 2024