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Computing MSc/PG Dip/PG Cert

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Full time | De Montfort University | 12 months | SEP-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

12 months

Start date

SEP-24

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Computer Science

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

As the world turns digital, computing expertise is becoming paramount to the success of organisations in every sector. Suitable for graduates from range of subject areas who wish to add this discipline to their portfolio, this course will prepare you for an exciting career in the fast-past computing sector.

Alongside a team of expert academics, you will master the skills and knowledge needed to become a leading-edge professional in business systems analysis and design and meet industry need. You will consider business analysis and modelling, enterprise architecture, digital commerce and human factors while also learning to apply current IT techniques and to assess and adapt to exciting new developments. In your final block of learning, you will have the opportunity to work on an individual project, giving you the opportunity to hone your passions by producing a substantial piece of work on a topic of your choice.

By the time you graduate, you will have the skills and knowledge needed to enjoy a successful career in computing. Students from this course have gone on to obtain a wide range of roles, including systems analyst, programmer, web developer, software architect and research and development project leaders for companies such as Apple, Santander UK. Hewlett Packard and the NHS.

Modules

This module introduces and explores the human factor issues that need to be considered when designing interactive systems and will provide the research expertise and skills that are critical to understanding the issues to consider when designing interactive systems. Critical to understand and identify those factors requires that research methods and methodologies (quantitative and qualitative, methods and paradigms) are studied. This will develop the student?s ability to consider the stages of research both regarding human factors, but also in line with their MSc Project. Students will pilot different methodologies such as questionnaires and interviews, and develop skills in data collection, interpretation and evaluation from a variety of perspectives. Students will gain the skills to apply these to their own original research for this module and for their dissertation.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£9,500

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£17,600

Entry requirements

You should have the equivalent of a British Honours degree (2:2 minimum) in a relevant subject.

University information

De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) is a university with a rich heritage, providing students with high-class further education options for over 150 years. DMU offers the perfect combination of modern facilities, a supportive academic community and high-quality teaching, with continual input from leading employers and professional bodies underpinning its academic expertise. DMU is rated a 5-star ‘excellent’ institution by QS, a world...more