MSc Computing and Information Systems
University of South Wales
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This course will help you widen your abilities in a number of modern computing fields, focusing on the invaluable skills that employers are demanding in today’s IT industry. You will learn how to apply essential skills to help solve real-world problems and turn yourself into a well-rounded and employable IT professional. Our course is ideal for anyone passionate about computing, with or without formal qualifications. Whether you’re boosting your computing-based undergraduate skills to a ...Read more

This course will help you widen your abilities in a number of modern computing fields, focusing on the invaluable skills that employers are demanding in today’s IT industry. You will learn how to apply essential skills to help solve real-world problems and turn yourself into a well-rounded and employable IT professional. Our course is ideal for anyone passionate about computing, with or without formal qualifications. Whether you’re boosting your computing-based undergraduate skills to a master’s level or formalising your skills from informal expertise, this a fantastic way to advance your career. Successful graduates from various backgrounds have thrived on this course.

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83/279
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80th
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77th
What students say
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Hamza
27 Nov 25

The environment of this campus is so calm and they have all the facilities available for what a student needs...Read more

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Anthony
27 Nov 25

The experience for me has been good. The university provides students with the necessary support to make studying..Read more

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Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements: The MSc Computing and Information Systems is designed for graduates with a minimum 2:2 Honours degree or equivalent in a connected subject. Typically entrants will have graduated in a technical degree – such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Information Systems, or Electronic Engineering – and need to further develop their skills in systems development, advanced database systems, and project management.

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£11,060 per year

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Students from Domestic

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The bursary is for £500 to support students with travel and living costs

£17,900 per year

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Students from International

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The bursary is for £500 to support students with travel and living costs

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University of South Wales
Llantwit Rd Pontypridd Cardiff CF37 1DL United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Treforest  0.2 miles away
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