MSc Computing

An MSc Computing degree will equip you with the key skills and knowledge in order for you to impact the future of technological advances in computer-based systems. This course helps you to further develop your knowledge and skills within the cutting-edge areas of computing and information communication technology. The course has been designed to provide you with a blend of advanced theoretical knowledge and practical skills related to emerging technologies deployed in industry and research. The course is taught and delivered by leading researchers who are actively engaged in this rapidly changing field to ensure that you're up to date with the latest developments.
The flexible nature of the course will enable you to choose from a range of advanced modules that match your career ambitions. These include emerging areas such as cloud computing, database systems, software engineering, computer architecture, and networks.
As a key element of this course, you will be asked to complete a dissertation on an aspect of one of the cutting-edge computer science areas of your choice. Whatever topic you choose, your dissertation needs to make a contribution to the field, and you will be supervised by a leading academic spearheading research in that particular domain. Throughout, you will be encouraged to focus on the real practical needs of the industry and form solutions around those.

Almost all industries and business sectors and being heavily automated and there is a move towards the use of emerging technologies such as Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things and Cloud Computing to develop modern products and solutions. In addition to this, cybersecurity is of major importance to the government and businesses in all sectors.
There is a shortage of personnel with advanced skills in these emerging and growing fields, and graduates of this programme can progress to work in a multitude of roles and industries. This can be directed technology industry, related banking and financial sectors or diverse ones such as agriculture, healthcare, manufacturing and automotive.

Minimum 2.2 Honours in a non-Computing subject.
As an inclusive University, we recognise that applicants who have been out of education for some time may not have the formal qualifications usually required for entry to a course. We welcome applications from those who can demonstrate their enthusiasm and commitment to study and have the relevant life/work experience that equips them to succeed on the course. We will assess this from the information provided in your application in particular your personal statement - to help us decide on your eligibility for the course.

Overall IELTS 6.0 overall with minimum 6.0 in writing and speaking, and 5.5 in listening and reading (or recognised equivalent).