MSc in Advanced Computer Science (with integrated industrial placement) - G503
Aberystwyth University
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MSc - Master of Science

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Penglais Campus CN

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JAN-26

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2 Years

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MSc - Master of Science

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Penglais Campus CN

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Contemporary software is usually developed in teams using agile methods. Strong software engineering skills and specialist technical knowledge needs to be combined with planning, teamwork and communication skills to develop applications on time and on budget. The MSc in Advanced Computer Science (with integrated industrial placement) at Aberystwyth University aims to develop these skills and is suitable for students intending to pursue a career in the software industry. It can also lead to a ...Read more

Contemporary software is usually developed in teams using agile methods. Strong software engineering skills and specialist technical knowledge needs to be combined with planning, teamwork and communication skills to develop applications on time and on budget. The MSc in Advanced Computer Science (with integrated industrial placement) at Aberystwyth University aims to develop these skills and is suitable for students intending to pursue a career in the software industry. It can also lead to a career in research.This is a flexible programme allowing you to specialise in a wide range of areas, from software development to machine learning, while gaining valuable work experience on your industrial placement. The Advanced Computer Science degree is ideal for anyone with a first degree in any Computing subject who wishes to accelerate their career as a software engineer.

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67/279
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45th
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Ieuan
28 Feb 25

Great place to study. Interesting course with a lot of practical and useful content for going into either work or academic career when you finish your..Read more

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Thomas
28 Jan 25

The university is super friendly, with great facilities and..Read more

Entry requirements

2:2 Bachelors (Honours) degree in a relevant subject area, or equivalent.  Non-graduates will be considered individually based on relevant work experience.

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£11,055 per year

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£21,220 per year

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£21,220 per year

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Ieuan
28 Feb 25
Software Engineering (with integrated year in industry) - MEng (Hons)
Great place to study. Interesting course with a lot of practical and useful content for going into either work or academic career when you finish your...
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Thomas
28 Jan 25
Computer Science
The university is super friendly, with great facilities and...
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Aberystwyth University
Aberystwyth University, Reception, Penglais Aberystwyth Ceredigion SY23 3FL United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Aberystwyth  0.4 miles away

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