Program Overview

Postgraduate Taught Programmes

The University of Glasgow offers a range of postgraduate taught programmes, including the Computer Systems Engineering (Universitas Gadjah Mada dual degree) MSc.

Computer Systems Engineering (Universitas Gadjah Mada dual degree) MSc

This Masters in Computer Systems Engineering provides an extensive introduction to state-of-the-art miniaturised and mobile computer systems and smart device technology. The programme allows students to acquire the complementary hardware and software knowledge and skills required to design and develop such systems.

Teaching Start

The programme starts in September.

Location

The programme is taught jointly in Glasgow by the Schools of Engineering and Computing Science, and at Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia.

Duration

• MSc: 12 months full-time (Glasgow)
• MEng: 9 months full-time (Yogyakarta), then 12 months full-time (Glasgow)

Why this Programme

As computer systems have reduced in size, and are increasingly mobile with more complex functionalities, they are now a fundamental component of smart device technology. This postgraduate programme is particularly suited to acquiring the complementary hardware and software knowledge and skills required for understanding and designing such systems.

Programme Structure

Students will take year one of the Universitas Gadjah Mada MEng Information Engineering, and will obtain 24-32 Indonesian Credits in year 1.

• UGM programme structure Modes of delivery of the MSc in Computer Systems Engineering include lectures, seminars, and tutorials, and allow students the opportunity to take part in lab, project, and team work.

Core Courses

• Digital Signal Processing
• Human-Computer Interaction (H)
• Integrated Systems Design Project M
• Software Engineering (M)
• MSc Project

Optional Courses

• ADVANCED OPERATING SYSTEMS
• Artificial Intelligence (H)
• Computer Architecture (H)
• Cyber Systems Forensics (M)
• Digital Communication 4
• Internet Technology (M)
• Microwave and Millimetre Wave Circuit Design
• Optical Communications
• Real Time Embedded Programming
• Web Science (M)

Career Prospects

Career opportunities include positions in software development, chip design, embedded system design, telecommunications, video systems, automation and control, aerospace, development of PC peripherals and FPGA programming, defence, and services for the heavy industries.

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

• Home & RUK: Ł12,960 (full-time)
• International & EU: Ł34,470 (full-time)

Additional Fees

• Fee for re-assessment of a dissertation (PGT programme): Ł370
• Submission of thesis after deadline lapsed: Ł350
• Registration/exam only fee: Ł170

Funding

Students will automatically be eligible for the CoSE Partner scholarship of 20% of the international tuition fee. LPDP scholarship is available for the dual degree programme.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for programmes, students must meet the general and specific entry requirements.

English Language Requirements

For applicants from non-English speaking countries, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level.

• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic and Academic Online: 6.5 overall with no subtest less than 6.0
• TOEFL (ibt, mybest or athome): 90 overall with no subtest less than Reading 20; Listening 19; Speaking 19; Writing 21
• Pearsons PTE Academic: 65 overall with no subtest less than Reading 60; Listening 60; Speaking 65; Writing 60
• Cambridge Proficiency in English (CPE) and Cambridge Advanced English (CAE): 176 overall with no subtest less than 169
• Oxford English Test: 7 overall with no subtest less than 6
• LanguageCert Academic/Academic Online: 70 overall with no subtest less than 65
• Password Skills Plus: 6.5 overall with no subtest less than 6.0
• Trinity College Integrated Skills in English II: Two subtests at 96 or higher, and two subtests at 80 or higher
• Kaplan Test of English: Any two subtests at 480 or higher, and any two subtests at 450 or higher
• University of Glasgow Pre-sessional courses: Tests are accepted for 2 years following date of successful completion

Alternatives to English Language Qualification

• Degree from majority-English speaking country (as defined by the UKVI including Canada if taught in English)
• Undergraduate 2+2 and 3+1 degrees from majority-English speaking country (as defined by the UKVI including Canada if taught in English)

How to Apply

To apply for a postgraduate taught degree, students must apply online.

• A copy (or copies) of official degree certificate(s)
• A copy (or copies) of official academic transcript(s)
• Official English translations of certificate(s) and transcript(s)
• One reference letter on headed paper
• Evidence of English language ability (if first language is not English)
• Any additional documents required for the programme
• A copy of the photo page of passport (Non-EU students only)