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Information Systems Development – (M.Sc.)
Edinburgh Napier University
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| Application Deadline: | International: 31 July, in the EU: 31 August | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 4,250 - ≈ € 12,860 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Edinburgh / United Kingdom | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of Edinburgh Napier University
All organisations require information systems to operate efficiently and competitively, so we have devised this course based on the techniques of developing such computer-based application systems. The course is structured to develop your knowledge of information systems to an advanced level in a relatively short time, providing you with the skills employers require.
You'll learn how these systems work, how the requirements for them are established and how they are designed and developed. You'll gain an overview of the importance of systems to organisations, as well as gain technical and communication skills which the industry values.
Skills
You'll develop an understanding of information systems management and development in organisations, and learn how to design and implement information systems solutions. You'll also gain transferable skills in project management, time management and communication.
Career Prospects
As Edinburgh's top university for Graduate Employability (HESA 2010) and one of the top in the UK for Graduate Prospects (The Independent and The Times University Guides for 2009), we can offer you a valuable head-start in your chosen career.
This qualification can open the door to a wide range of careers. You may find employment within computer departments of organisations in the following roles:
* trainee programmer
* software engineer
* system builder
* analyst
* system tester.
Alternatively, you can move into business areas as a graduate trainee, where a good understanding of information systems and their potential is highly valuable.
This qualification and the experience you'll gain of creating and commissioning computer solutions may also open up new opportunities to you in your existing degree or work experience area.
Contents
This is a full-time course studied over one year. 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. As a full-time student you'll take three modules per trimester, for the first two trimesters. This course is also available part-time, with one or two modules studied per trimester.
Trimester 1
Software Development, Information Systems Engineering, Computer Systems & Database Systems.
Successful completion of these modules will qualify you for a Postgraduate Certificate.
Trimester 2
Web Design & Development, Software Development or Web-Enabled Business, Information Systems Group Project or Management of Software Projects.
Successful completion of these modules will qualify you for a Postgraduate Diploma.
Trimester 3
MSc Dissertation - completion will qualify you for a Masters Degree.
For detailed information on individual modules, visit the Module Description page
Professional accreditation
Please ensure that if you are seeking a course which leads to accreditation with a professional body you have checked what the requirements are or have contacted us for specific advice. We cannot accept any responsibility if the course you select does not subsequently meet your requirements.
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
Take testRequirements
Applicants are expected to have gained an Honours degree or equivalent in a discipline (including arts) other than computing.
Applicants are expected to hold a British honours degree or equivalent in a discipline (including arts) other than computing. A lower qualification may be considered if accompanied by appropriate work experience.
Indian applicants should have passed a four-year degree such as BTech or BSc or BEng.
Pakistani applicants should have an MSc in science or engineering or a twoyear masters in a professional field.
Nigerian applicants should have an honours degree plus at least two years relevant experience such as a responsible post in a bank.
English Language Requirements
If English is not your first language, you´ll need to provide evidence that you can read, write, speak and understand English satisfactorily. For most courses, in additional to satisfying the standard entry requirements, we normally require international students (check) to demonstrate their English ability through an English language test, usually IELTS (International English Language Testing System), or TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language). Courses require an IELTS score of 6.0, which is equivalent to ToEFL 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based) or 79-80 (internet-based).
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.0 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 550 |
| TOEFL Computer-based: | 213 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 79 |
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