Direct answer
Cardiff University’s MSc Computing and IT Management is a conversion course open to graduates of any discipline. The official evidence confirms you need a UK 2:2 honours degree or an equivalent international qualification. For Chinese applicants, this typically means a relevant four-year bachelor’s degree from a recognised institution with grades of approximately 80% or above. You must also provide your degree certificate and transcripts with your application. The English language requirement is an IELTS overall score of 6.5, with no sub-skill below 6.0, or an accepted equivalent. No prior computing knowledge is required.
The official pages refer to current admissions information and do not explicitly label a separate 2026/27 entry specification; you should recheck the programme page for any updated details before applying.
Who the course is for
The MSc Computing and IT Management is designed for graduates from other disciplines. The official evidence states that no prior knowledge or degree in computing is required. This makes it suitable if you are seeking to move into computing and IT leadership roles from a non-technical background.
Academic entry requirement
You need a 2:2 honours degree in any subject, or an equivalent international degree. The university asks for a copy of your degree certificate and transcripts to be provided with the online application.
China-specific academic requirement
For Chinese applicants, Cardiff University requires a relevant four-year bachelor’s degree from a recognised institution. The typical grade expectation for postgraduate taught courses is approximately 80% or above. The official evidence does not provide a separate percentage for this specific programme, so the institutional benchmark applies.
English language requirement
You must hold an IELTS certificate with an overall score of 6.5, with 6.0 in all sub-skills, or an accepted equivalent. The official evidence lists this as a firm requirement. If you are preparing for the test, you can find related information in our guide on IELTS testing.
Submitting your application
You must submit your degree certificate and transcripts with the online application. The official evidence confirms these documents are required. If you are invited to an interview as part of the process, you may find our admissions interview overview useful for context.
What the official page does not confirm
The official pages refer to current admissions information and do not explicitly state separate entry requirements for the 2026/27 academic year. You should treat the published criteria as the latest available and recheck the programme page for any live updates. The evidence also does not list a China-specific percentage solely for this course; the approximately 80% figure is the university’s general benchmark for postgraduate taught courses.
FAQ
Is this course suitable if I have no computing background?
Yes. The MSc Computing and IT Management is a conversion course, and the official evidence confirms no prior knowledge or degree in computing is required.
What degree classification do I need?
You need a 2:2 honours degree in any subject, or an equivalent international degree.
What documents must I provide with my application?
You must provide a copy of your degree certificate and transcripts with the online application.
What is the English language score required?
You need an IELTS overall score of 6.5, with 6.0 in all sub-skills, or an accepted equivalent.
What are the grade requirements for Chinese applicants?
Chinese applicants typically need a relevant four-year bachelor’s degree from a recognised institution with grades of approximately 80% or above for postgraduate taught courses.
Are the 2026/27 entry requirements different from the current ones?
The official pages do not explicitly state separate 2026/27 entry requirements. You should recheck the programme page for any live updates.
Official sources
The information in this article is drawn from the current first-party official pages of Cardiff University. For visa-related guidance, you can refer to our visa information page. For broader context on choosing support services, see our ranking and recommendation overview. Always verify details directly on the Cardiff University website before applying.