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    MSc 1 year full-time, 1 year full-time with placement year

Course Description

Solent’s computer engineering postgraduate conversion degree is well-suited to students from non-computing backgrounds, helping you to learn new skills and develop advanced theoretical and practical proficiencies for a range of computing careers.

This computer engineering master’s conversion degree exposes students to a wide range of both existing and emerging technologies and covers areas such as coding, software development, problem solving, computing, digital technologies and engineering.

Working with the latest technology, students on this course will also have the opportunity to learn to program robotic devices and can learn to develop apps for Android devices. To test these apps, students have access to the University’s device laboratory which is a special test area consisting of a range of mobile devices, allowing students to assess their website designs and apps on real equipment.

The course curriculum is developed with input from a variety of sources, including an industrial liaison panel, to ensure students are studying the latest technology and working practices employed by industry experts.

With a strong focus on employability, and to complement studies, this course offers students the opportunity to work on live briefs, events and projects with real-world companies. Regular industry speakers and events by the BCS can help students to build their professional network.

Entry Requirements

Honours degree at 2:2 or higher in any discipline, or extensive industrial experience in this area.

  • Applicants should be able to show an interest in learning to code.
  • Qualifications equivalent to the above may also be considered – contact the University for further information.
  • We also consider candidates with alternative qualifications and related professional experience.

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Fees

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Programme Funding

Solent University offers a range of bursaries and scholarships that provide financial assistance or waive fees for tuition or accommodation. Each bursary or scholarship has specific eligibility criteria.

Student Destinations

Demand for well-qualified information technology graduates remains strong.

  • IT project management
  • Software development
  • Web and mobile development
  • Software architecture
  • Project management

Module Details

Core modules

  • Research Methods (15)
  • Professional Issues and Practice (15)
  • Computer Fundamentals (15)
  • Cyber Security Application (15)
  • Software Design and Development (15)
  • Networking (15)
  • Databases (15)
  • Web Technologies (15)
  • Dissertation (60)

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