Universities United Kingdom Cardiff University Courses Computing (MSc)

Computing (MSc)
at Cardiff University

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 24,950
Country Rank-
Duration12 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5

Program Overview

Designed for graduates who want to move into computing from another discipline, this one-year programme attracts students from diverse career and subject areas who wish to be introduced to the skills required for a career in Software Development.

This MSc Computing offers students from diverse career and subject areas a balance of software engineering skills and technical abilities required for a career in Software Development.

Through this one-year programme you will get a first-hand understanding of the vital problem-solving role of software, the interdisciplinary opportunities available, and what computational systems can achieve.

Through a gentle introduction and intensive support, you will be introduced to programming skills using important languages such as Java and Python. Emphasis is placed on handling data and you will develop essential skills in SQL (Structured Query Language) for advanced database functionality using industry standard products such as Oracle™.

A choice of taught optional modules allows you to further develop skills in areas of your choice.

Graduates from these programmes will be ideally placed for employment in the computing industry or for careers requiring a combination of their graduate discipline with computing expertise.

Distinctive features

The distinctive features of this course include:

An opportunity to take a conversion course which is also an accredited course recognised by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT.
The opportunity to complement the discipline in which you graduated with the discipline of Computing.
Tailor the course to your interests through a range of advanced optional modules.
Flexible choice of project topic, for example: associated with the research activity of the School fulfilling a business need reflecting your own interest.
You will be provided with a laptop during induction week that will remain with you throughout the duration of the course.

Course Content
You will study core modules to a total of 100 credits, with one optional module worth a total of 20 credits. Students will also undertake an individual project and dissertation (worth 60 credits).

This course is a full-time programme undertaken over one calendar year. It is also available as a part-time programme over three years, and with placement.
Entry Requirement
This is a conversion course. Conversion courses allow you to study a subject unrelated to your undergraduate degree or current career, and support you with a change of career path. No prior knowledge or degree in the subject is required.

Academic requirements:

Typically, you will need to have either:
- a 2:2 honours degree in a subject other than computing, or an equivalent international degree
- a university-recognised equivalent academic qualification in a subject other than computing
- or relevant professional experience evidenced by a reference.
English Language requirements:

IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with 5.5 in all subskills, or an accepted equivalent.

Other essential requirements:

You may choose to supplement your application with:
- a detailed CV
- or any other supporting material you may consider to be appropriate.
Application deadline:

We allocate places on a first-come, first-served basis, so we recommend you apply as early as possible.

Selection process:

We will review your application and if you meet the entry requirements, we will make you an offer.
Fees & Scholarships
Fees for home status

Tution Fees - £10,200
Deposit - £

Fees for overseas status

Tution Fees - £24,950
Deposit-£1,000
Career Prospect
Recent graduates have gained employment in roles such as software developers, systems analysts, business analysts, IT consultants, and support engineers.

MSc Computing graduates are employed by organisations of all sizes locally, nationally, and internationally. For example, recent graduates have taken up positions with local NHS Trusts, Logica, Sun Microsystems, BT, and the National Library of Medicine in the USA, as well as undertaking further doctoral study.

Cost Of Studying At Cardiff University

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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Computing (MSc) at Cardiff University