Computer Science (with an industrial placement year) MComp

Master

In Brighton

£ 9,250 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Location

    Brighton

  • Duration

    4 Years

Computer Science at Sussex provides a rigorous professional education in computing. You can also apply for a year working in industry.
Our MComp covers the fundamental concepts of computing and their application, and includes advanced study in specialisms including artificial intelligence, digital media, IT management, and mobile systems.
You’ll study in our £12-million centre for teaching in the areas of computing, robotics, electronics and mechatronics. You’ll benefit from a new student-focused hub, a suite of high-spec computers and new project workspaces.
You’ll graduate with deep knowledge and skills in areas that are in high demand in industry.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Brighton (East Sussex)
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Sussex House, BN1 9RH

Start date

On request

About this course

Recent graduates have gone on to roles including:
campaign manager, Google
software engineer, Electronic Arts
graduate developer, American Express.

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Subjects

  • Computing
  • 3d training
  • 3D
  • Systems
  • Programming
  • Engineering
  • Mathematical Concepts
  • Programming Concepts
  • Data Structures
  • Global Design

Course programme

Year 1 at sussex

Autumn teaching
  • Introduction to Programming
  • Mathematical Concepts
  • Programming Concepts
Spring teaching
  • Data Structures & Algorithms
  • Further Programming
  • Global Design Challenge
  • Introduction to Computer Systems
  • Professional Skills
Options

Autumn teaching
  • Introduction to Multimedia
  • The Ghost in the Machine?
Year 2 at sussex

Autumn teaching
  • Compilers and Computer Architecture
  • Databases
  • Program Analysis
Spring teaching
  • Computer Networks
  • Operating Systems
  • Software Engineering
Options

Autumn teaching
  • Natural Language Engineering
Autumn and spring teaching
  • Game Design and Development
Spring teaching
  • Fundamentals of Machine Learning
Placement

An industrial placement gives you the chance to spend a year working with an organisation, in an area relevant to your course, while being paid. It’s a proven way to fast-track your career.

Recent students have gone on placements at:

  • Curo Talent
  • Master of Malt
  • Feral Interactive.

You develop your technical, team-working and transferable skills, and apply what you have learnt in your studies to a business environment.

Year 3 at sussex

Autumn teaching
  • Comparative Programming
  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Introduction to Computer Security
Autumn and spring teaching
  • Computer Science Project
Spring teaching
  • Limits of Computation
Options

Spring teaching
  • Advanced Natural Language Engineering
  • Neural Networks
  • Technology-Enhanced Learning Environments
  • Web 3D Applications
Year 4 at sussex

Autumn teaching
  • Topics in Computer Science
Autumn and spring teaching
  • Engineering Scalable and Reliable Software Project
Spring teaching
  • Managing Complex Projects, Products and Systems
  • Web Applications and Services
Options

Autumn teaching
  • Cryptography
  • E-Business and E-Commerce Systems
  • Managing Innovation
  • Marketing Analysis and Financial Strategic Planning
  • Mathematics and Computational Methods for Complex Systems
  • Mobile Communications
  • Real Time Embedded Systems
Spring teaching
  • 3D Modelling and Animation
  • Adaptive Systems
  • Image Processing
  • Intelligent Systems Techniques
  • Machine Learning
  • Mobile 3D Applications
  • Technology-Enhanced Learning Environments

Additional information

International students Fee :  £20,750 per year

Computer Science (with an industrial placement year) MComp

£ 9,250 VAT inc.