Computer science supports the build, development and use of computer systems. Systems development is of crucial importance in many areas of modern life. As new technologies continue to emerge, there's a growing worldwide need for skilled, expert computer science professionals.
Our MSc in Advanced Computer Science (January start) has a small number of compulsory modules, supplemented by a wide variety of optional modules. You can choose from this range of optional modules to tailor your own programme of advanced study to meet your academic interests and career aspirations, whether your interests relate to software engineering, or to data science.
Minimum second-class honours degree or international equivalent in computer science or a closely related discipline.
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We have a dedicated careers fair for our computer science and information management students each year, with over 30 leading companies, including:
Jan-March
Compulsory modules
Research Methods (10 credits)
Elective modules
Distributed Information Systems (20 credits)
Game Theory and Multi-Agent Systems (10 credits)
Mobile Software & Applications (20 credits)
Machine Learning for Data Analytics (20 credits)
Evolutionary Computing for Finance (20 credits)
Business Analysis (10 credits)
May-August
Research Project (60 credits)
Sept-Dec
Compulsory modules
Legal, Ethical and Professional Issues for the Information Society (10 credits)
Elective modules
Advanced Topics in Software Engineering (20 credits)
Big Data Technologies (20 credits)
Deep Learning Theory and Practice (20 credits)
Designing Usable Systems (20 credits)
Information Retrieval (10 credits)
Project Management (20 credits)
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