Computer Science Online Degree For Non Computer Graduates Msc Pgd Pgc

About the course

This online programme is for students who have not studied Computer Science at undergraduate level. Fit in study with other commitments with no need to attend the University for timetabled classes or examinations.

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Entry requirements

A recent, good bachelors degree (e.g. honours degree from the UK) or equivalent. Plus IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 550 (213 CBT) if your first language is not English.

Applicants who do not wholly meet these requirements, but who are considered to have the professional experience, motivation or potential to succeed at the programme, may also be accepted.

We are pleased to accept all qualifications included in the UCAS tariff points system (e.g. International Baccalaureate, key skills).

English language requirements

All students from non-majority English speaking countries require proof of English language proficiency. The following qualifications and grades will be considered

• GCSE English language grade A-C
• IELTS 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in any band)

Other English language tests are accepted. Please contact the International Office for details.

Modules

Computer Science - MSc, PgD, PgC

Core Modules

• Software development tools and methods (15 credits)
• Programming and Program Design (30)
• Contemporary Practices in Information Technology (15 credits)
• Specialist project (60 credits)

Optional Modules

Choose 60 credits from:

• Distributed Systems Security (30 credits)
• Measures and Models for Software Engineering (30 credits)
• Learner-Centred Design (30 credits)
• Web Services (30 credits)
• Web Scripting and Application Development (30 credits)
• Multimedia Specification, Design and Production (30 credits)
• Wireless, Mobile and Ad-hoc Networking (15 credits)
• Multicast and Multimedia Networking (30 credits)
• Software Engineering Practice and Experience (30 credits)
• E-Learning Applications Development (30 credits)
• Advanced Database (30 credits)
• Mobile Standards, Interfaces and Applications (15 credits)
• Interaction Design (15 credits)
• Secure Systems Programming (15 credits)

Note: all modules are not necessarily offered in any one year. Modules are subject to validation.

Assessment

Coursework - there will be a fixed date for assignment submission.

Online tests - a fixed a 24-hour time slot is normally assigned for each online test to be taken.

Careers

Our online masters programme is designed to give graduates the up-to-date skills and knowledge sought after by employers, whether in business, industry, government or research.

These courses will prepare you for a career in many areas including research, IT or software development. If your first degree was not in computer science, it will enable you to apply advanced computing techniques to your original discipline or to change career direction into the IT industry.

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