MSc Computer Science
London, United Kingdom
DURATION
1 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Request application deadline
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2024
TUITION FEES
GBP 18,150 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* full-time international | home £11,000 per year; part-time international £3,025 per 30 credits | home £1,850 per 30 credits
Introduction
Advance your career in computer science with this Master’s in Computer Science. Choose from a range of options, including cyber security, forensics, business intelligence and software engineering.
In this MSc Computer Science course, you will study, employ and reflect on the principles that underpin computer science. You can choose from a range of options, including machine learning, data science, cyber security and forensics, and wireless and mobile technologies.
You will gain practical experience in the analysis and understanding of problems, systems and structures through case studies. As a result, you'll be equipped to deal with the intense demands of modern computer science and to respond with solutions that meet the needs of commerce, industry, or research.
This programme has been accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, to partially fulfil the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional. Additionally, it has also been accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, on behalf of the Engineering Council, to partially fulfil the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Open to UK and International applications for September and January.
What you should know about this course
- You will gain practical skills and theoretical knowledge for careers in the expanding field of Computer Science.
- You can specialise in one of two exciting pathways: Data Science or Network Engineering.
- The University of Greenwich is an academic partner with The Council for Registered Ethical Security Testers (CREST).
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
There is a range of financial support options available to support your studies, including the Aspire@Greenwich award for study resources that many full-time students will receive.
EU students may be eligible for a bursary to support their studies. View our EU bursary to find out more.
Discover more about grants, student loans, bursaries and scholarships. We also provide advice and support on budgeting, money management, and financial hardship.
Curriculum
Full time
Year 1
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- MSc Project (60 credits)
- Enterprise Software Engineering Development (15 credits)
- Programming Enterprise Components (15 credits)
- Clouds, Grids and Virtualisation (15 credits)
- Software Quality Management (15 credits)
- Essential Professional and Academic Skills for Masters Students
Students are required to choose 30 credits from this list of options.
- Mobile Application Development (15 credits)
- Cyber Security (15 credits)
- Network and Internet Technology and Design (15 credits)
- Machine Learning (15 credits)
- Programming Fundamentals for Data Science (15 credits)
Students are required to choose 30 credits from this list of options.
- Audit and Security (15 credits)
- System Administration and Security (15 credits)
- Network Architectures and Services (15 credits)
- Penetration Testing (15 credits)
- Big Data (15 credits)
- Wireless and Mobile Technologies (15 credits)
- Data Visualisation (15 credits)
- Applied Machine Learning (15 credits)
Part-time
Year 1
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Enterprise Software Engineering Development (15 credits)
- Programming Enterprise Components (15 credits)
- Clouds, Grids and Virtualisation (15 credits)
- Software Quality Management (15 credits)
- Essential Professional and Academic Skills for Masters Students
Year 2
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- MSc Project (60 credits)
Students are required to choose 30 credits from this list of options.
- Mobile Application Development (15 credits)
- Cyber Security (15 credits)
- Network and Internet Technology and Design (15 credits)
- Machine Learning (15 credits)
- Programming Fundamentals for Data Science (15 credits)
Students are required to choose 30 credits from this list of options.
- Audit and Security (15 credits)
- System Administration and Security (15 credits)
- Network Architectures and Services (15 credits)
- Penetration Testing (15 credits)
- Big Data (15 credits)
- Wireless and Mobile Technologies (15 credits)
- Data Visualisation (15 credits)
- Applied Machine Learning (15 credits)
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
What sort of careers do graduates pursue?
Graduates from this Computer Science course are equipped for employment in industry, commerce or research with proficiency in the key theoretical and practical areas of computer science, including their application to modern software systems development.
Do you provide employability services?
Our services are designed to help you achieve your potential and support your transition towards a rewarding graduate career.
The Employability and Careers Service provides support when you are preparing to apply for placements and graduate roles. It includes CV clinics, mock interviews and employability skills workshops.
Each School also has its own Employability Officer, who works closely with the industry and will provide specific opportunities relevant to your course.