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MSc - Master of Science
Bloomsbury (Central London) Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 Year
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MSc - Master of Science
Bloomsbury (Central London) Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
MSc - Master of Science
Bloomsbury (Central London) Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 Year
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MSc Advanced Computing: If you already work in the IT sector, or you intend to pursue a career in IT or a research degree, our MSc is designed to advance your knowledge of advanced computing technologies.
This Master's degree in computing has significant coverage of emerging technologies and research developments and focuses on areas of expertise and research specialisation among our academic staff.
In addition to eight taught modules, there is a substantial practical project. As an alternative to the award of MSc Advanced Computing, you may choose modules and a project with a particular specialisation leading to the award of MSc Data Analytics.
Once you successfully complete this MSc you will have obtained knowledge and understanding of technologies of growing importance in the IT industry and their relationship to current and emerging IT industry practice.
CAREERS AND EMPLOYABILITY
Graduates can pursue career paths in software engineering, information systems management, consultancy and research. Possible professions include:
A second-class honours degree (2:2) or above or MSc in computer science, with the syllabus containing a substantial amount of programming, preferably in an object-oriented language. Joint honours computing graduates may also be eligible, provided they have covered a substantial amount of programming, or have equivalent professional experience in the IT industry.
Students living in
Rest of World
£19,830 per year
Students from International
Living Cost - Books and Equipment: £20 per week.
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