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MSc Computing With Professional Placement

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    MSc 2 years

Course Description

MSc Computing with Professional Placement aims to train and support (international) students who intend to work and live in the UK after graduation. Our goal is to strengthen our connections to relevant industry groups. Students will acquire technical knowledge in their chosen field and writing and interviewing skills in preparation for a job in the United Kingdom. It will allow you to further your undergraduate studies and/or work experience to the postgraduate level and will enable you to study areas of computing that interest you and may help your career. The program provides a unique opportunity to undertake work or research training in real-world settings. This allows students to implement their theoretical knowledge and gain valuable professional experiences collaborating with enterprises and research projects across Scotland. Edinburgh Napier University is committed to delivering an excellent personalised student experience. You will be allowed to acquire and develop valuable practical skills, such as collecting, analysing, interpreting and understanding data and information.

Entry Requirements

The entry requirement for this course is a Bachelor (Honours) Degree at a 2:1 equivalent or above in any discipline. However, 30% of the modules studied in the degree must be Computing related.

We may also consider lesser qualifications if you have sufficient professional work experience within the industry.

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Student Destinations

With the new skills and work experience provided as part of this course, you can take advantage of the increased opportunities for advancement.

This course will prepare international students for employment and residency in the UK following graduation. It aims to enhance our ties with relevant industry associations. You will gain expertise in your selected field and develop writing and interview skills to prepare you for a job in the United Kingdom. Our Student Futures team will provide you with support and opportunities for personal growth to better engage with the professional environment. These offerings include workshops, CV reviews, and internships designed to enhance your qualifications and equip you for a prosperous career in your chosen field.

You could pursue a new role in your specialist area, take on a research, education, or start up a new business. Example career routes include:

  • Business analyst
  • Computer software engineer
  • Data analysist
  • Java developers
  • System administration or network administration
  • UX design
  • Web developer

From programming and software development to Information Systems Engineering, you'll delve into the foundational concepts that underpin modern computing systems. Through hands-on projects and collaborative learning experiences, you'll gain practical expertise in designing and implementing scalable and efficient solutions to complex problems.

Over time, you will emerge as a proficient and resourceful computing professional, ready to tackle the challenges of the digital age. Whether you aspire to work as a software engineer, systems analyst, or technology consultant, our MSc in Computing will provide you with the tools and confidence to succeed in any computing-related field.

Module Details

Modules that you will study* as part of this course

  • Masters Dissertation ( SOC11101 )
  • Professional Placement ( SOC11110 )

* These are indicative only and reflect the course structure in the current academic year. Some changes may occur between now and the time that you study.

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