Computing - MSc - Part-time

The distinguishing feature of this part-time course is its flexibility. By taking a Masters degree in Computing, you'll be furthering your undergraduate computing studies or work experience in the areas of your particular interest.

The distinguishing feature of this part-time course is its flexibility. By taking a Masters degree in Computing, you'll be furthering your undergraduate computing studies or work experience in the areas of your particular interest. With advice from our experienced teaching staff, you'll choose from a wide variety of optional modules, from Advanced Application Programming to Web-enabled Business, to design a course that best suits your needs and career direction. As well as building on your existing computer skills and taking them to the next level, you'll learn to develop a critical understanding and an analytical approach to your choice of specialist areas. For example, you may choose software development or information systems, and focus on the skills involved, while a theme such as human computer interaction would obviously comprise different areas of study. Whichever direction you choose, you'll end the course equipped with the expertise needed to take you further in your career. specialist laboratories, so you can benefit from practical experience that reinforces the knowledge you gain from lectures and tutorials an online working environment, giving you instant access to lecture notes, coursework, exams and reading lists 24 hour access to the 500-seat Jack Kilby computer centre, where you will have use of relevant software packages, plus unrestricted email and web access access to our fully-networked library, offering an extensive collection of materials and required course texts specialist staff who are on hand to offer support in learning, language development or personal issues our Library Information Service, which can provide a number of useful aids that will help develop study skills a personal development tutor. State of the art campuses Strong links with industry High employment rates among our graduates Links to universities world-wide View Full Screen

What's involved This is a part-time course studied over two years, with one or two modules studied per trimester, and will involve lectures, tutorials, laboratory sessions and independent study. While classes for each module may account for only three or four hours a week, you'll be expected to commit at least 13 hours per week per module. This course can also be studied full-time. In Years 1 and 2, you will choose five modules from a wide range of options, including: Advanced Applications Programming, Computer Systems, Database Systems, Web Design and Development, Engineering, Interaction Design, Mobile Communication, Network Systems and Services, Software Development, Strategic Thinking for Information Services, Usability Methods, Action Oriented Research (Contact), Audio and Video Narrative, e-Learning Application Development, Emergent Computing for Optimisation, Enterprise Computing, e-Security, Information Systems Group Project, Management of Software Projects, Managing Knowledge, Parallel Applications Programming, Programming for the Web, Security Compliance, Usability Engineering, User Experience, Web-Enabled Business, Advanced Software Development, Network Accessibility, Optimising Networks and Services, Routing Technology, Switching Technology. Note: options depend on availability and suitability In Year 2 you will also complete a group project. After completion of Year 1 modules you will be eligible for a Postgraduate Certificate. After completion of these modules you will be eligible for a Postgraduate Diploma. MSc Dissertation - completion will qualify you for a Masters Degree.

Requirements at a glanceEntry to the courseYou will need an Honours degree or equivalent with at least a 50% computing component. If you have alternative qualifications or experience we welcome your application and you will be considered on an individual basis. To check the equivalence of your qualifications or experience, contact us using the enquiries button.Fees TableFees 2012/132013/14 Home / EU£570£570per 20cr PC/PDHome / EU£350£35060cr DissertationOverseas£1,802£1,875per 20cr PC/PDOverseas£1,218£1,26060cr Dissertation Fees displayed are correct at the time of publication but the University Court reserves the right to make changes in fees at any time, and without notice, before or after the student's admission to the University.Tuition fees are reviewed annually and will rise each year during your programme of study, at least in line with inflation.