Computer Science (MSc)
Birkbeck, University of London
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COURSE OVERVIEWOur MSc Computer Science provides you with a good grounding for working in the information technology industry. As well as gaining a broad knowledge of computing, you will acquire programming skills and have the opportunity to investigate specific areas of current research more deeply.This intensive computer science course is designed for graduates who are new to computer science and would like to embark on a career in IT. It is also ideal if you are working in IT, without a ...Read more

COURSE OVERVIEW

Our MSc Computer Science provides you with a good grounding for working in the information technology industry. As well as gaining a broad knowledge of computing, you will acquire programming skills and have the opportunity to investigate specific areas of current research more deeply.

This intensive computer science course is designed for graduates who are new to computer science and would like to embark on a career in IT. It is also ideal if you are working in IT, without a formal IT degree, and want to update your skills and place them in a broader context while also obtaining a formal computer science qualification.

CAREERS AND EMPLOYABILITY

Graduates can pursue career paths in software engineering, information systems management, consultancy, or research. Possible professions include:

database administrator

IT consultant

systems developer

systems analyst

information systems manager

IT sales professional

technical author.

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Entry requirements

The degree is designed for graduates who are new to computer science, so the main requirement is at least a second-class honours degree (2:2) or equivalent, in any subject other than single-honours computer science. Applicants with less than the required level of academic qualification may be considered if they have significant experience in the IT industry. Applicants who already hold a degree in computer science are referred to the MSc Advanced Computing.

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£11,400 per year

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£19,830 per year

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£19,830 per year

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Birkbeck, University of London
Malet Street Bloomsbury London Camden WC1E 7HX United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Goodge Street  0.1 miles away Nearest train station: Euston   0.5 miles away
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