Computer Science MSc
Loughborough University
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If you want to establish a career in software development, and your first degree is not in computer science, then our MSc Computer Science is designed for you.Today’s digital society relies on high quality computer systems to deliver services that matter, when, where and to whom they are needed.Computational devices are everywhere: your car, your hospital, your bank, your supermarket, your phone, your doorbell. The global networks over which they interact follow you around and include data that ...Read more

If you want to establish a career in software development, and your first degree is not in computer science, then our MSc Computer Science is designed for you.Today’s digital society relies on high quality computer systems to deliver services that matter, when, where and to whom they are needed.Computational devices are everywhere: your car, your hospital, your bank, your supermarket, your phone, your doorbell. The global networks over which they interact follow you around and include data that is both highly personal and yet vast. The complexity and significance of the interactions between these devices, these networks and these data are accelerating.Yet, beneath this unimaginable complexity, a relatively small set of principles supports this digital eco-system upon which modern society is so reliant. This course initiates your career to shape this digital eco-system to do better things in the decades ahead.Bringing together computer science theory with modern software development practice, on this course we will equip you with sought-after skills and knowledge in:software engineeringdatabase systemsobject-oriented programmingthe latest developments in AIWe aim to help you become a confident problem-solver, empowered by a robust understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of the subject as well as the tools and techniques to adapt and apply theory to real life challenges. You will develop highly sought after, life-long skills that help you develop a rewarding career in a wide range of businesses and organisations - and the people they serve.Your future careerThe programme is aimed at those interested in careers in software development or related areas.As a graduate with knowledge and practical experience, you will be well-equipped for a rewarding career in a wide range of businesses and organisations - and the people they serve.

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22/279
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6th
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16 May 25

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15 May 25

Campus is great, although has a couple of old buildings. Great student life and night life. Despite Loughborough is a small town it is very close to Nottingham and Leicester so if..Read more

Entry requirements

2:2 honours degree in any subject. Note that applicants with a recent degree in a subject area related to Computer Science are advised to apply for MSc Advanced Computer Science, or another specialist MSc option. Applicants with a non-standard background will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

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£13,250 per year

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£29,950 per year

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Campus is great, although has a couple of old buildings. Great student life and night life. Despite Loughborough is a small town it is very close to Nottingham and Leicester so if...
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Loughborough University
Loughborough University , Loughborough

Loughborough University has two campuses for postgraduate study - Loughborough campus is located in the heart of England and our...

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