Advanced Computing
Postgraduate
In London
Description
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Type
Postgraduate
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Location
London
Entry requirements & how to apply
Minimum requirements 2:1
Bachelors degree with 2:1 honours degree in computer science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, electrical engineering, or a joint degree in two such subjects. Competence in a high level programming language such as Pascal, C, C++, Java, etc, to the level expected at the end of the first year of a BSc honours degree in computer science. We may lower entry qualifications for students with substantial relevant work experience.
In order to meet the academic entry requirements for this programme you should have a minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree with a final mark of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme. If you are still studying you should be achieving an average of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme.
International requirements Visit our admissions webpages to view our International entry requirements.
English Language requirements Band D Visit our admissions webpages to view our English language entry requirements.
Application procedure
Applications must be made online using King’s online application portal a non-refundable application fee of £80 applies. Your application will be reviewed by the admissions tutor and we aim to respond to applications within four weeks, although this may take longer during busy and holiday periods.
Personal statement and supporting information
You will be asked to submit the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
Personal Statement Yes A personal statement of up to 4,000 characters (maximum 2 pages) is required, explaining why you wish to apply for this programme and why you feel it matches your interests, academic background, and, if relevant, your career plans. .
Previous Academic Study Yes A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing the subjects studied and marks obtained. If you have already completed your degree, copies of your official degree certificate will also be required
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Subjects
- Engineering
- Project
- International
- English
- Computing
- English Language
Course programme
Course detail Description
Rooted in the renowned research strengths of the Department of Informatics, this course enables you to study a wide variety of topics in advanced computing while allowing you to specialise through your choice of modules.
You will complete the course in one year, studying September to September. You must take modules totalling 180 credits to meet the requirements of the qualification, 60 of which will come from an individual project.
Further literatureCourse format and assessment
Teaching
We use lectures, seminars and group tutorials to deliver most of the modules on the course. You will also be expected to undertake a significant amount of independent study.
You are expected to spend approximately 10 hours work per credit for each module you attend in your degree, e.g. 150 hours work for a 15 credit module. These hours cover every aspect of the module.
AssessmentThe primary method of assessment for this course is a combination of written examinations, essays, coursework and individual or group projects and oral presentations. The individual project will be assessed on one 15,000-word dissertation.
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Structure
Year 1
Courses are divided into modules. You will normally take modules totalling 180 credits.
Required ModulesYou are required to take:
- Individual Project (60 credits)
You are required to take 120 credits from a range of optional modules, which may typically include:
- Group Project (30 credits)
- Cryptography (15 credits)*
- Nature-Inspired Learning Algorithms (15 credits)*
- Pattern Recognition, Neural Networks & Deep Learning (15 credits)*
- Network Theory (15 credits)
- Model Driven Development (15 credits)
- Security Management (15 credits)
- Artificial Intelligence Planning (15 credits)
- Agents & Multi-Agent Systems (15 credits)
- Computer Vision (15 credits)
- Security Engineering (15 credits)
- Big Data Technologies (15 credits)
- Software Measurement & Testing (15 credits)
- Simulation and Data Visualisation (15 credits)
- Software Engineering and Underlying Technology for Financial Systems (15 credits)
- Distributed Ledgers and Crypto-Currencies (15 credits)
You will be able to select up to 30 credits from a range of level 6 modules, which may typically include:
- Machine Learning (15 credits)*
- Optimisation Methods (15 credits)*
- Artificial Intelligence (15 credits)*
- Human-Computer Interaction (15 credits)*
- Software Design & Architecture (15 credits)*
- Formal Verification (15 credits)*
- Compliers & Formal Language (15 credits)*
- Computational Models (15 credits)*
- Software Performance Engineering (15 credits)*
- Information Security (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 6.
King’s College London 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