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MSc - Master of Science
Computer Science
Taught
Our MSc in Computer Science aims to provide an intensive, professionally-oriented introduction to computing for able graduates in other disciplines, especially the humanities, to enable them to enter the software industry. No previous experience of computing is required.
Overview
Topics you may study on this course include computer programming, data management and intelligent systems. Recent MSc project topics include: machine learning for the internet of things, augmented reality applications for tourism, analysis and management of agricultural emissions data, network intrusion detection and supply chain management.
Advanced Software Engineering
Focuses on current issues in the field of Software Engineering with significant emphasis is placed on student discussion and peer review.
Agile Software Development Project
Will give you a strong foundation in agile software engineering that will inform their software development practice and prepare them to work in the software industry.
Fundamentals of Intelligent Systems
Introduces the key ideas in Artificial Intelligence and ensures all students are at roughly the same level before moving on to the specialist modules.
Employability
You will be introduced to programming to learn the foundational skills that you can expand and apply in the more advanced modules including Advanced Software Engineering and an Agile Software Development Project. The course also includes introductions to other important areas of Computer Science like Artificial Intelligence and data management.
The range of careers to which our graduates advance is vast and continuously expanding. Recent graduates have found employment with companies such as Google, MarkLogic, and investment banks.
Some have become product managers, and other have set up their own companies.
Contact University and ask about this fee
Contact University and ask about this fee
Generally, the minimum entry requirement for most Taught Masters courses is 2:2 Bachelors (Honours) degree, or equivalent, in any discipline. Non-graduates will be considered individually based on relevant work experience. Applicants are encouraged to submit an up-to-date CV as part of their application.