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Computer Science, MSc

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Full time | Bay Campus | 1 year | 23-SEP-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

23-SEP-24

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Computer Science

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

COURSE OVERVIEW

The MSc in Computer Science is a conversion course, suitable if you have limited knowledge of the subject. It offers a pathway towards deeper learning. However, applicants must have experience of Programming - this will be assessed at the application stage.

Our brand new £32.5m Computational Foundry lies at the heart of this degree. Sophisticated teaching and research equipment include a Vision and Biometric Lab, a Maker Lab, a Theory Lab, a Cyber Security/Networking Lab, a User Lab and Visualisation Suite.

Through a combination of practical and theory-based learning, you will develop a firm understanding of subjects from software concepts and software engineering principles to big data, web application development and graphics processor programming.

This understanding, together with a substantial project module, puts you in a strong position when it comes to more advanced study or employment.

COMPUTER SCIENCE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Completing this MSc will significantly improve your computer science career prospects. Our graduates often progress to rewarding employment in the field of computer science with a respected employer. Below are recent examples of graduate destinations.

  • Software engineer, Motorola Solutions
  • Change coordinator, Logica
  • Software developer/engineer, NS Technology
  • Workflow developer, Irwin Mitchell
  • IT developer, Crimson Consultants
  • Programmer, Evil Twin Artworks
  • Web developer & web support, VSI Thinking
  • Software developer, Wireless Innovations
  • Associate business application analyst, CDC Software
  • Software developer, OpenBet Technologies
  • Technical support consultant, Alterian
  • Programming, Rock It
  • Software developer, BMJ Group

Our career support services include:

  • Employability workshops, employers’ talks, bespoke events and careers fairs
  • Individual advice and guidance from professionally qualified Careers Advisers
  • Help with finding jobs, internships, work placements and volunteering opportunities
  • Access to information resources on a wide range of career management topics
  • Funding to support student internship opportunities and Student Society/Club events.

We also provide help and advice for Swansea University Alumni up to two years after you graduate.

Modules

This intensive course provides a solid introduction to the Java programming language and development process. Students will be able to: use variables, expressions and control structures, together with elementary input/output facilities, understand and properly use functions, static as well as non-static ones (methods), understand the foundations of classes, with methods and constructors, complete the foundations of basic programming, understand the fundamental concepts of correct and precise programming, design and implement working Java programs in a modular maintainable style to the standard required in a Masters degree, read code written by others, and to identify errors and bugs and to correct them.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£9,650

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£21,300

Entry requirements

A 2:2 honours degree (or above) plus *experience of Programming (*applies to the January start date only and will be assessed at the application stage).

University information

Located on the stunning Swansea Bay coastline, this Welsh university provides easy access to a vibrant city centre as well as to the beaches of the spectacular Gower Peninsula. The university offers a range of superb taught and research postgraduate programmes across three academic faculties: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Science Faculty of Science and Engineering Swansea’s...more

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