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MSc Computer Science

Main Subject Area

Computer Science and Information SystemsMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

This course is ideal for students with an undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a closely allied field.  There is a separate award in Information Technology for students who do not have a strong background in Computer Science. Students will develop a depth of knowledge across several specialised or applied areas of Computer Science. This degree builds upon some of the fundamental undergraduate areas to give the students a deep knowledge and understanding in those areas.  The course focuses on Distributed and Mobile Computing, Database Server Management, Software Tools, Web Technologies and Group-based Software Development in which the staff are actively researching or have national or international reputations. Specialist laboratories support the teaching, for Networking and Mobile Computing.  

Program overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

This course is ideal for students with an undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a closely allied field.  There is a separate award in Information Technology for students who do not have a strong background in Computer Science. Students will develop a depth of knowledge across several specialised or applied areas of Computer Science. This degree builds upon some of the fundamental undergraduate areas to give the students a deep knowledge and understanding in those areas.  The course focuses on Distributed and Mobile Computing, Database Server Management, Software Tools, Web Technologies and Group-based Software Development in which the staff are actively researching or have national or international reputations. Specialist laboratories support the teaching, for Networking and Mobile Computing.  

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

79+
6+
2+
165+
54+
A Lower 2nd Honours degree in computer science or equivalent is required for direct entry onto this Master’s programme or a postgraduate certificate in computer science or a related subject with a minimum of grade C in all modules.
Upon entry students will: be assessed for their capability to program to a good standard. The inability to meet the required standard will result in the student transferring to the MSc information technology degree. Students are selected using application form and references in the first instance and may be invited for interview. Students applying for individual modules will be required to demonstrate the ability to absorb technical concepts and detail, possibly by way of their previous industrial or commercial experience. Minimum English competency is the standard MSc entry: IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.
Jan-2000

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

6,400 GBP
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International Students

0 GBP
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