Computer Science : MSc

Computer science is a dynamic discipline, applicable to a diverse range of industries. This Masters programme explores cutting-edge innovation in experimental computer science, and provides you with a solid grounding of professional, real-world experience.

Our MSc Computer Science programme has been designed specifically to meet the needs of contemporary industrial and research environments. As a result, this programme blends advanced academic teaching with rigorous practical and professional experience. This will ensure you have the skills, knowledge, and awareness to engage with computing and computer science in a vast range of industries.

Your study will be based in InfoLab21, our world-class ICT Centre of Excellence. Here you will engage with seven taught modules and a research or industry placement. These modules will provide you with a wealth of specialist knowledge and skills, covering a range of topics informed by our research excellence. Topics include: Distributed Systems; Advanced Human Computer Interaction; and Systems Architecture and Integration.

In addition to these taught modules, you will undertake a substantial independent research project, supervised by a member of academic staff. Your project will tackle a real-world problem that you have identified, and will allow you to apply your technical skills and knowledge to current world-class research. You will also develop expert knowledge of a specific area of the discipline. Over the course of your project, you will also practise your ability to identify and structure research questions; gather, analyse and evaluate data and evidence; and present and communicate your findings and conclusions.