MSc Computing
University of Central Lancashire
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Our MSc Computing course will equip you with advanced skills in the design and development of computer systems, preparing you for a thriving career in the digital industry.You’ll enhance your technical skills in programming, systems design and evaluation, project management, and creative problem-solving.As well as investigating current trends and research, you’ll plan and undertake a substantial computing project of your own choice to showcase your technical skills.Why study with usThroughout ...Read more

Our MSc Computing course will equip you with advanced skills in the design and development of computer systems, preparing you for a thriving career in the digital industry.

You’ll enhance your technical skills in programming, systems design and evaluation, project management, and creative problem-solving.

As well as investigating current trends and research, you’ll plan and undertake a substantial computing project of your own choice to showcase your technical skills.

Why study with us

  • Throughout the course you’ll explore software development, project management and user-centred system design in depth.
  • Optional modules enable you to advance your skills in IT security, web application development, and more.
  • Be market ready with skills that are needed in industry.

Future careers

Our advanced MSc Computing qualification can open doors to a huge range of careers and enable you to make your mark in the digital revolution as it transforms every aspect of the world around us.

Depending on which areas you choose to specialise in, you could pursue a wide range of careers, including analysing clients’ business requirements and specifying appropriate IT systems, designing and managing networks, or developing multimedia, databases or high performance software. Our Computing graduates are working for major organisations including BAE and NATO. Others have gone on to teach in primary, secondary, further and higher education.

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Kashish
05 Mar 24

Organizational Efficiency: Some students have reported issues with the administrative and organizational aspects of the university. Improving communication and administrative..Read more

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Sophia
18 Feb 24

Studying at UClan University has been an enriching experience from the start. The university offers a diverse range of programs taught by knowledgeable and supportive faculty..Read more

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Entry requirements

Applicants should hold at least 2:2 degree in related subject such as computing. Applicants with a non-computing subject degree require substantial relevant experience. Applications from all candidates will be considered on their merits.

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£9,000 per year

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£16,900 per year

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£16,900 per year

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University of Central Lancashire
University of Central Lancashire , Preston

The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is an international, multi-campus university leading the way in modern postgraduate...

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University of Central Lancashire
Preston Campus Preston Lancashire PR1 2HE United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Preston   0.2 miles away

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