Course Details
Course Name
Computing MSc
Level of study
Postgraduate Taught
Study Mode
Fulltime
Duration
1 Years
Start Term
Sept
Country
United Kingdom
City
Cardiff
Course Subject
- Computer Science & IT
Course Fees
Inside EU: 8500
Outside EU: 18980
Universities
Cardiff University
Description
This MSc Computing offers students from diverse career and subject areas a balance of software engineering skills and technical abilities required for a career in Software Development.
Through this one-year programme you will get a first-hand understanding of the vital problem-solving role of software, the interdisciplinary opportunities available, and what computational systems can achieve.
Through a gentle introduction and intensive support, you will be introduced to programming skills using important languages such as Java and Python. Emphasis is placed on handling data and you will develop essential skills in SQL (Structured Query Language) for advanced database functionality using industry standard products such as Oracle™.
A choice of taught optional modules allows you to further develop skills in areas of your choice.
Graduates from these programmes will be ideally placed for employment in the computing industry or for careers requiring a combination of their graduate discipline with computing expertise.
Distinctive features
The distinctive features of this course include:
- An opportunity to take a conversion course which is also an accredited course recognised by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT.
- The opportunity to complement the discipline in which you graduated with the discipline of Computing.
- The facility to tailor the course to your interests by the selection of advanced option modules.
- Flexible choice of project topic, for example: associated with the research activity of the School fulfilling a business need reflecting your own interest.