Advanced Computing

Master

In London

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Location

    London

Our Advanced Computing MSc programme will provide you with systematic knowledge and experience of the theoretical foundations and practice of computing at an advanced level. Built around modules such as Algorithm Design and Analysis, Data Structures and their Implementation in C++, and Parallel and Distributed Algorithms, and offering a broad range of optional modules, the course will enhance your abilities to solve advanced computational problems and implement algorithms.
The course information sheet is a printable version of the information on this web page, which you can download here.

Located in central London, giving access to major libraries and leading scientific societies, including the Chartered Institute for IT (BCS), and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).
You will learn advanced practical techniques and implementation skills for solving complex computational problems.
You will develop critical awareness and appreciation of the changing role of computing in society and motivating you to pursue further professional development and research.
Frequent access to speakers of international repute through seminars and external lectures, enabling you to keep abreast of emerging knowledge in advanced computing and related fields.
The Department of Informatics has a reputation for delivering research-led teaching and project supervision from leading experts in their field.

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Location

Start date

London
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Strand, WC2R 2LS

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Subjects

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  • Computing
  • Algorithms
  • Design
  • Web
  • Project
  • Computational

Course programme

Year 1 Required Modules

Courses are divided into modules. Each year you are required to take modules totalling 180 credits.

  • Individual Project (60 credits)
  • Algorithm Design and Analysis (15 credits)
  • Data Structures and their Implementation in C++ (15 credits)
  • Parallel and Distributed Algorithms (15 credits)
Optional Modules

You will also choose modules totalling 75 credits from a range that may typically include:

  • Advanced Research Topics (15 credits)
  • Cryptography and Information Security (15 credits) *
  • Algorithms for Computational Molecular Biology (15 credits)
  • Computational Models (15 credits) *
  • Optimisation Methods (15 credits) *
  • Text Searching and Processing (15 credits) *
  • Biologically Inspired Methods (15 credits) *
  • Software Design and Architecture (15 credits) *
  • Distributed Systems (15 credits) *
  • Network Security (15 credits) *
  • Pattern Recognition (15 credits) *
  • Network Theory (15 credits)
  • Algorithmic Issues in the World Wide Web (15 credits)*
  • Model Driven Development (15 credits)

*These modules are not available if you have previously studied in the Department of Informatics and have already taken this module at level six.

The Department of Informatics reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest that you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.

Advanced Computing

Price on request