Computing

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This broad programme enables students to develop their skills in a range of computing areas. Graduates of this programme will have detailed knowledge of the state of the art in computing ranging from requirements engineering and programming through to developments in computer architecture and operating systems.

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This programme is broad in scope, enabling a student to enhance their existing skills in anticipation of meeting the increasing commercial demand for advanced computing graduates.

The programme has nine taught modules:

Four foundational 10 credit modules:

* Technology Adoption
* Technology Project Management
* Legal Applications in Technology
* Team Software Development Project

Four specialist 20 credit modules:

* Requirements Engineering
* Object-Oriented Programming
* Architectures and Operating Systems
* Plus one option from the MSc Mobile Technologies programme

In addition, one 20 credit module, 'Research Methods for Technology Dissertations' is undertaken in preparation for the self-managed element.

120 credits from these may result in the award of PgD; 60 credits from these may result in the award of PgC. The MSc requires all nine modules and completion of a 40 credit project.

Modules are delivered through lectures, tutorials, practical workshops and invited speakers.

Applicants should have a Honours degree at least 2:2 or its equivalent in a relevant area e.g. Computing, Information Systems or an appropriate Engineering specialism. English Language Requirements IELTS band: 6 TOEFL iBT® test: 72 IMPORTANT NOTE: Since April 2014 the ETS tests (including TOEFL and TOEIC) are no longer accepted for Tier 4 visa applications to the United Kingdom. The university might still accept these tests to admit you to the university, but if you require a Tier 4 visa to enter the UK and begin your degree programme, these tests will not be sufficient to obtain your Visa. The IELTS test is most widely accepted by universities and is also accepted for Tier 4 visas to the UK- learn more.