Computing MSc (PGCert PGDip)
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Overview
A uniquely flexible course, Computing MSc consists of one core module plus a range of optional modules taken from our other courses (Information Systems MSc, User Experience Design MSc, Digital Media Production MSc, Internet and Distributed Systems MSc, and Computer Science MSc).
This allows you to freely choose your learning path, including the theoretical-to-practical balance of learning, and gives you the opportunity to sell a unique set of skills into potential employers.
Course duration
Full-time: 1 year (max 5 years)
Part-time: 2 years (max 5 years)
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Course content
Course structure
Each module is organised into teaching periods - comprising of workshops, seminars, lectures and group exercises - and culminates in a period of consolidation and coursework-based assessment.
On completion of the taught modules, you'll undertake a project that applies all of your developed skills and knowledge to real-world industry.
Syllabus
Core modules:
- Research Methods
- ProjectOptions, five from:
- The Business and the Information System
- Algorithms and Computability
- Intelligent Systems
- Specification, Verification and Validation
- Architectures and Integration
- Distributed Systems Principles
- Internet Application Development
- Enterprise Applications Development
- Interaction Design and Evaluation Process
- Systems Analysis and Design
- Intellectual Property Law
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Entry requirements
Typical entry requirements
individual offers may varyFor non-native speakers of English:
6.5 overall and 6.0 in writing (or equivalent qualification).Degree and/or experience:
Either a good honours degree with a major computing content or three years industrial experience gained in a computing environment and a good honours degree. -
Location
Location
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Career opportunities
Computing graduates take up positions in a wide range of industries as software engineers, systems analysts, systems designers, systems developers, business analysts, web developers, network analysts, and systems architects.
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Fees and costs
The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2012-13. Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study.
The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full- or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take. Different rules apply to research degrees - please contact the Doctoral College for advice.
To help you plan for your time here we will be providing further information about what is included in your tuition fee, and any optional costs you may need to budget for, later in the autumn.
Our website wwww.brighton.ac.uk/money provides advice about funding and scholarships as well as further information about fees and advice on international and island fee paying status.
Computing (MSc) (Full time) [J4BH022] UK/EU (Full Time) 4,500 GBP Island Students (Full Time) 9,450 GBP International (Full Time) 13,500 GBP -
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You should not apply unless you can meet all the entry requirements for this course. Please contact the course team before applying if you are unsure about any of the specific entry requirements.
Entry requirements
For non-native speakers of English:
6.5 overall and 6.0 in writing (or equivalent qualification).Degree and/or experience:
Either a good honours degree with a major computing content or three years industrial experience gained in a computing environment and a good honours degree.