Computer Science with placement (Taught)

If you are looking to explore the full extent of modern computer science without limiting yourself to one specialisation, then this broad-based course is for you. Our 22-month Computer Science with Placement MSc equips you with core theoretical knowledge, technical skills and invaluable practical experience while allowing you to explore new and developing technologies; hone highly coveted workplace skills; and gain real-world exposure through a 32-week, four-block industry placement.

Facilities and specialist equipment

• Modern STEM building with purpose-built facilities, including a high-tech CCNA Academy computer networking suite and dedicated computing rooms

• Industry-standard technology such as a cloud programming platform

• Bespoke lecture theatres, presentation rooms and group study spaces

Your student experience
Block delivery course structure gives you year-round entry points and intermediate qualifications so you can tailor your learning to fit around your life.

Our active involvement in real-world research and consultancy feeds directly into the course delivery, ensuring you are kept up-to-date with the latest advancements in the field.

Immerse yourself in sector-relevant field trips and seminars from external speakers.

Prepare for the workplace through practical experience and hands-on training as well as your integrated work placement.

Enhance your job prospects with employment-focused skill development, including in research methodologies; effective communication; critical evaluation; and project management.

Personalise your learning with your choice of MSc research project.

Benefit from your own personal academic tutor.

Course modules

MSc project – Computer Science – Work creatively to generate an idea and develop it further, applying your technical, analytical, practical and managerial skills.

Distributed and parallel computing technologies – Gain insights into programming technologies as well as the design and deployment of parallel and distributed computer systems.

Intelligent systems and data mining – Study the advanced design concepts of these technologies and their use for solving real-world problems.

Network systems and administration – Learn to maintain the smooth, problem-free and secure operation of network servers, troubleshooting network systems.

Research methodologies and project management – Apply project management theory and research methods in practice, working within legal and ethical boundaries.

MSc project with Placement – Computer Science – Research and investigate a selected specialist area within a four-block work placement.

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