Computer Science (Research)

For graduates with a computer science background, an MSc in Computer Science (Research) will enable you to develop critical awareness and appreciation of the changing role of computing in society, motivating you to pursue further research. The programme is designed to bridge the gap between undergraduate and PhD studies.

KEY BENEFITS

• Unrivalled location in the heart of London giving access to major libraries and leading scientific societies, including the BCS Chartered Institute for IT, and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).
• Provides an understanding of the essentials of computer science, beyond undergraduate level, and of specialised research aspects at the forefront of the subject.
• Develops critical awareness and appreciation of the chaning role of computing in society, motivating graduates to pursue continuing professional development and further research.
• Access to speakers of international repute through seminars and external lectures, enabling students to keep abreast of emerging knowledge in advanced computing and related fields.

PURPOSEFor graduates in computer science, mathematics, science or engineering, this programme provides specialised training in effective research and gives you the competences necessary for a future PhD.

DESCRIPTION

This programme is designed to immerse students in research activity, bridging the gap between undergraduate and PhD study. It is built around two individual research projects and a taught module that develops advanced research skills. These are complemented by a wide choice of optional modules, from which students choose two related to their research interests. The individual project is closely linked with the research activities of the Department and will be supervised by a researcher aware of the latest advances in the field.