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Applied Informatics – (M.Sc.)
Edinburgh Napier University
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| Application Deadline: | 31 July International, in the EU: 31 August | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 4,252 - ≈ € 12,622 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Edinburgh / United Kingdom | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | January, September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of Edinburgh Napier University
The distinguishing feature of this course is its flexibility. By taking a Masters degree in Applied Informatics, you'll be furthering your undergraduate computing studies or work experience in the areas of your particular interest.
With advice from our experienced teaching staff, you'll choose from a wide variety of optional modules, from Advanced Application Programming to Web-enabled Business, to design a course that best suits your needs and career direction.
Skills
As well as building on your existing computer skills and taking them to the next level, you'll learn to develop a critical understanding and an analytical approach to your choice of specialist areas. For example, you may choose software development or information systems, and focus on the skills involved, while a theme such as human computer interaction would obviously comprise different areas of study. Whichever direction you choose, you'll end the course equipped with the expertise needed to take you further in your career.
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.
Thanks to its flexibility of content, and the high demand for well-qualified graduates in the computing industry, this course can open doors to a wide range of careers. If you have previous work experience in the field, you may wish to return to it and take advantage of the increased opportunities for advancement that your new skills offer. You could pursue a new role in your specialist area, or take on a research, education or training role.
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.
Trimesters 1 and 2
You will choose five modules from a wide range of options, including:
Advanced Applications Programming, Computer Systems, Database Systems, Web Design and Development, Engineering, Interaction Design, Mobile Communication, Network Systems and Services, Software Development, Strategic Thinking for Information Services, Usability Methods, Action Oriented Research (Contact), Audio and Video Narrative, e-Learning Application Development, Emergent Computing for Optimisation, Enterprise Computing, e-Security, Information Systems Group Project, Management of Software Projects, Managing Knowledge, Parallel Applications Programming, Programming for the Web, Security Compliance, Usability Engineering, User Experience, Web-Enabled Business, Advanced Software Development, Network Accessibility, Optimising Networks and Services, Routing Technology, Switching Technology.
Note: options depend on availability and suitability.
Trimester 2 will also involve completion of a Group Project. Successful completion of Year 1 modules will qualify you for a Postgraduate Certificate. Successful completion of Year 2 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.
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
More informationRequirements
Applicants are expected to have gained an Honours degree or equivalent with at least 50% computing content. 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
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
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