Program Overview

MSc Computing

Overview

The MSc Computing is suitable for those who have little or no computing experience or those who have some computing but wish to pursue a very practical hands-on approach at masters level.

With a strong emphasis on practical skills, this MSc will prepare you for a career in the computing industry. You will learn fundamental computing concepts, programming, web development, database design and team working.

The course starts in both September and January.

Mode of Study:

• Full-time (available as Part-time)

Duration:

• 1 year

Start date:

• June
• January
• September

Course details

This course is designed to prepare you for direct entry into the workplace with a solid understanding of how information systems operate in their many different forms.

Modules

• Software Development 1
• Software Development 2
• Web Design and Development
• Programming for the Web
• Computer Systems
• Database Systems
• Group Project

How you’ll be taught

This course is studied full-time over three trimesters. It requires an intensive period of study, involving lectures, tutorials, laboratory sessions and independent study. While classes for each module may account for only three or four hours a week, you'll be expected to commit at least 13 hours per week per module.

Facilities

Depending on chosen modules, our specialist labs may include:

• The Sensorium - A forward-looking User Experience (UX) Evaluation Lab utilising the next generation of real time human behaviour insight technology
• SOCLAB - Virtual Security Operations Centre
• Swarm Robotics - A custom-designed robot arena and laboratory
• Lions Gate - A locus of interdisciplinary research focusing on sustainability, digital interaction, health and well-being.

Entry requirements

What are the entry requirements for Computing?

The entry requirement for this course is a Bachelor (Honours) Degree at a 2:2 or above, or equivalent. We look for applicants to have a background in any discipline in order to be eligible for the programme.

We may also consider lesser qualifications if you have sufficient professional work experience within the industry.

English language

If your first language isn't English, you'll normally need to undertake an approved English language test and our minimum English language requirements will apply.

International students

We welcome applications from students studying a wide range of international qualifications.

Admissions policies

We’re committed to admitting students who have the potential to succeed and benefit from our programmes of study.

Fees & funding

Tuition fees for 2024/25

• Students from Scotland, England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland: £7,280
• Overseas and EU: £20,395

Tuition fees are subject to an annual review and may increase from one year to the next.

Careers

What can you do with a MSc Computing degree?

Thanks to its content, and the high demand for well-qualified graduates in computing, this course can open doors to a wide range of careers. You can take advantage of the increased opportunities for advancement that your new skills offer. You could pursue a new role in your specialist area, or take on research, education, or start up a new business.

• Business analyst
• Computer software engineer
• Data analysist
• Java developers
• System administration or network administration
• UX design
• Web developer

What does a Software Developer do?

As a software developer, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, designing and developing software applications that power various aspects of our lives. Whether it's crafting intuitive user interfaces, optimizing algorithms for efficiency, or building scalable backend systems, your contributions will have a profound impact on how people interact with technology.