Computer Science – (M.Sc.)

Contents

The course lasts for 12 months over three semesters for the September start or 16 months for the January start, with a break during the summer period: May to September. This break can be used for further study, work experience or a holiday.

On the 1st route, i.e. if your bachelor´s degree is not in Computer Science, typically you will study four taught 15-credit foundation modules in the first semester, two or more advanced specialist modules to make a total of 60 credits in the second, and will undertake a 60 credit project in the third.

On the 2nd route, i.e. if your bachelor´s degree is in Computer Science, you will study four or more taught, advanced specialist modules in the first two semesters to make a total of 120 credits, and will undertake a 60 credit project in the third. Alternatively you can elect to replace up to 30 credits worth with masters modules taught by the University´s Business School.

Core modules

* Computer Science MSc Project
* Introduction to Programming
* Object-oriented Programming
* Professional Issues
* Software Development Tools and Methods

Optional modules

* Advanced Database
* Computer Simulation for Business
* Data Mining and E-Marketing
* Distributed Systems Security
* E-Business Processes and Strategies
* Human Computer Interaction: Principles and Practice
* Information Management
* Measures & Models for Software Engineering
* Mobile Standards, Interfaces & Applications
* Multimedia Specification, Design & Production
* Network System Administration
* Operational Research Techniques
* Secure Systems Programming
* Software Engineering Practice & Experience
* Strategic Advantage and Information Technology
* Web Services

Project:

In the third semester, you complete a project in your chosen specialism under the guidance of an experienced individual supervisor. Supporting tuition for the project includes the general principles of research methods.

Through the project you will demonstrate your understanding of the principles and concepts you have learned in the taught modules and your ability to apply them to a substantial piece of development or investigative work.

Teaching methods

Classes consist of lectures, small group seminars, and practical work in our well-equipped laboratories. We use modern, industry-standard software wherever possible. There are specialist facilities for networking and multimedia and a project laboratory.

In addition to scheduled classes, you will be expected a significant amount of time in self-study, taking advantage of the extensive and up-to-date facilities. These include the Learning Resource Centres, open 24x7, with 1,500 computer workstations and wifi access, Studynet our versatile online study environment usable on and off campus, and open access to our labs.