Course overview
Advanced Computing MSc is a postgraduate (master's) course in computer science & it at King's College London in London, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year (full time), with intakes in September.
King's College London is a public institution, ranked 37 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | King's College London (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | London, United Kingdom |
| Course | Advanced Computing MSc |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Computer Science & IT |
| Duration | 1 year (full time) |
| Tuition per year | £42,900 (≈ ₹52.3 lakh) |
| Intakes | September |
| English requirement | Band B: IELTS 7.0 (6.5 in each skill) |
Interested in Advanced Computing MSc?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is £42,900 a year, about ₹52.3 lakh.
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Vauxhall (postgraduate only), non en suite room, 51 weeks£17,136 for the contract | £336per week | ≈ ₹40,992 |
| Vauxhall (postgraduate only), en suite room, 51 weeks£19,941 for the contract | £391per week | ≈ ₹47,702 |
| Angel Lane, en suite room, 40 weeks£12,200 for the contract | £305per week | ≈ ₹37,210 |
| Atlas, non en suite to en suite room, 40 weeks | £330–387per week | ≈ ₹40,260 – ₹47,214 |
Living costs for the UK as a whole: £12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at King's College London for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Most business, informatics and law master's ask for a high 2:1 (an average of at least 65% in UK marking); engineering and many health courses ask for a 2:1.
- Indian equivalents depend on the course: select India in the International applicants section of the course's Entry requirements tab.
- Apply through King's Apply and pay a non-refundable £130 application fee. International applicants who accept an offer pay a £2,000 deposit.
English requirements
For this course: Band B: IELTS 7.0 (6.5 in each skill).
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Band B: 7.0 overall with 6.5 in each skill (business, informatics, law and many others). Band D: 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each skill (most engineering and life sciences courses). |
| PTE Academic | Band B: 69 with 62 in each skill. Band D: 62 with 59 in each skill. PTE Online is not accepted. |
| TOEFL iBT | Band B: 100 (25 in writing, 23 in others) for tests before 21 January 2026, or 5.0 with 4.5 in each skill after. Band D: 92 (23 writing, 20 others), or 4.5 with 4 in each skill. |
| Pre-sessional English | King's pre-sessional courses are accepted: pass with Band 7 (for Band B) or Band 6.5 (for Band D). |
Intakes
This course starts in: September.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the UKHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for the UK, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Official degree transcripts and certificate
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- English test score
- Personal statement (answers to set questions on many courses)
- One academic reference (a professional reference if you graduated more than five years ago)
- CV (optional on many courses)
About King's College London
King's College London was founded in 1829 and now has five campuses across London. Fourteen people from King's and its associated institutions have won the Nobel Prize, and its nursing faculty descends from the world's first professional nursing school, founded by Florence Nightingale in 1860.
King's is strong in health and life sciences, law, business, humanities and social sciences, and computer science. Its Department of Informatics is based in Bush House on the Strand campus and teaches popular master's courses in data science, AI and cyber security.
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FAQs
What is the fee for Advanced Computing MSc at King's College London?
The tuition for international students is £42,900 a year (about ₹52.3 lakh). Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Advanced Computing MSc?
The course takes 1 year (full time).
What English score do I need?
Band B: IELTS 7.0 (6.5 in each skill). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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