Advanced Computing MSc
University of the West of Scotland
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OverviewOur MSc Advanced Computing course is an advanced course of study for computing graduates focusing on issues such as internet of things (IoT) and big data. It is designed to develop your practical development skills. It will enable you to develop a comprehensive understanding of advanced computing technologies within industry and academia as well as acquire hands-on experience.The availability of high-speed internet and advancement in data processing, persisting and provisioning ...Read more

Overview

Our MSc Advanced Computing course is an advanced course of study for computing graduates focusing on issues such as internet of things (IoT) and big data. It is designed to develop your practical development skills. It will enable you to develop a comprehensive understanding of advanced computing technologies within industry and academia as well as acquire hands-on experience.

The availability of high-speed internet and advancement in data processing, persisting and provisioning technologies along with miniaturization of sensing devices have opened new opportunities to utilise data to obtain a better understand of many application areas. Advanced computing technologies provide a roadmap of technological innovation across science and engineering domains. The MSc Advanced Computing is a specialist postgraduate degree focused on teaching advance topics of internet-of-things, big data, and e-health.

Common modules focus on the key themes of advanced computing and on planning, analysing, developing, evaluating, deploying, and managing advanced computing systems and services for modern day organisations and businesses.

Assessment

  • Exam: 13%
  • Practical: 13%
  • Coursework: 74%

Assessment methods will include:

  • Written examinations
  • Oral presentation
  • Written reports
  • Coursework
  • Academic posters
  • Laboratory reports
  • Logbooks
  • Essays
  • Scientific papers
  • Case studies
  • Literature reviews
  • Research proposals
  • Posters

Career Prospects

Jobs

Graduates are currently working in roles including data scientist, data architect, big data consultant, ML/AI engineer, application developer, DevOps manager and more.

Further Study

Successful completion of our MSc Advanced Computing course prepares you for advanced research studies in related technology areas. You will be able to apply for MPhil/PhD degree course. You will also gain PGCert and PGDip awards in this course.

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Entry requirements

You should possess an Honours Degree (2.2 or above) in Computing/ Engineering (or Relevant Disciplines) from a UK academic institute or an equivalent 4-year international degree qualification. You may also be considered with other academic, vocational, or professional qualifications deemed to be equivalent.

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£7,500 per year

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£11,750 per year

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£18,000 per year

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£18,000 per year

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University of the West of Scotland
High Street Paisley Renfrewshire PA1 2BE United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Paisley Canal  0.2 miles away
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