MSc Computer Science
Introduction
MSc Computer Science is a Masters program taught at University of Wales, Swansea, UK. Intake: September. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time options.
The University of Wales, Swansea MSc in Computer Science is a conversion course for students with limited knowledge of the subject. It covers software concepts and software engineering principles, plus big data, web application development, and network security. You study compulsory modules including Computer System Concepts & Security, Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming, Database Systems & Web Apps, Research Methods, Problem Solving & Software Efficiency, and Software Engineering Principles & Software Testing, supported by a substantial MSc Project.
Teaching combines practical and theory-based learning, delivered in person on campus. The programme includes a taught module block and a project module. The MSc Project runs from September to June and builds on the study you complete in earlier modules. Laboratory and teaching facilities are supported by the Computational Foundry on Bay Campus, including listed labs and a visualisation suite.
After completing the MSc, the programme lists recent graduate destinations in roles such as Software engineer, Software developer/engineer, Web developer & web support, Programmer, and Technical support consultant, with employers including Motorola Solutions, CGI Group, NS Technology, Irwin Mitchell, and OpenBet Technologies.
Modules
- Computer System Concepts & Security
- Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming
- Database Systems & Web Apps
- Research Methods
- Problem Solving & Software Efficiency
- Software Engineering Principles & Software Testing
- MSc Project
Admission Requirements
The minimum requirements for admission in MSc Computer Science at University of Wales, Swansea for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:
- program specific academic requirment set by University of Wales, Swansea.
- English Language OR any other language requirments as set by University of Wales, Swansea as pre-requiste for admission in MSc Computer Science.
Note: Please check the university website in the link below.
A 2:2 honours degree (or above).
IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent English test. Please see further information about our English Language requirements.
Courses Units
Please check detail of study units at https://swan.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/maths-comp-sci/computer-science/msc-computer-science
More Information
- Software engineer, Motorola Solutions
- Change coordinator, CGI Group
- Software developer/engineer, NS Technology
- Workflow developer, Irwin Mitchell
- IT developer, Crimson Consultants
- Programmer, Evil Twin Artworks
- Web developer & web support, VSI Thinking
- Software developer, Wireless Innovations
- Associate business application analyst, CDC Software
- Software developer, OpenBet Technologies
- Technical support consultant, Alterian
- Programming, Rock It
- Software developer, BMJ Group
Scholarships
85 fully funded scholarships are listed for UK. See UK scholarships.