MSc Cloud Computing

at Newcastle University

Modules

You will study modules on this course. A module is a unit of a course with its own approved aims and outcomes and assessment methods.

Compulsory Modules
 

• Engineering for AI
• Distributed Algorithms
• Enterprise Middleware
• Cloud Computing
• Machine Learning
• Internet of Things
• Research Methods and Group Project in Cloud Computing
• Project and Dissertation for MSc Cloud Computing
• Advanced Programming in Java

A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in:
 

• computing science software engineering
• computing systems
• distributed computing
• internet computing
• information systems
• information technology

You should:
 

• be good at writing programs in an Object-Oriented programming language, preferably Java
• be good at analytical thinking and reasoning
• have a basic exposure to probability theory

We will also consider applicants on an individual basis with lower or non-standard qualifications if they have relevant professional experience in computing.

Typically we recognise 60% from section 1 universities, 62% from section 2 universities and 65% from section 3 universities as comparable to a 2.1 and 58% from section 1 universities, 60% from section 2 universities and 63% from section 3 universities as comparable to a 2.2.

This can be in any of the following qualifications:
 

• Bachelor Degree
• Bachelor Pass or General degree in Arts, Science or Commerce
• Bachelor Special or Honours degree
• Bachelor degree in professional subjects

Admissions criteria may vary depending on the course you are applying for, please check course specific entry requirements.

Fees and funding

Home students Tuition fees (per year)
£12,300

International students Tuition fees (per year)
£26,400

You'll develop both your technical and professional skills to underpin personal development and future career success. Our comprehensive research training provides a basis for PhD study.

Our graduates have an excellent record of finding employment. Recent examples include:
 

• software engineer for IBM UK
• software developer for Red Hat