Computing MSc/PG Dip/PG Cert

De Montfort University

Postgraduate

In Leicester

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Description

  • Type

    Postgraduate

  • Location

    Leicester

  • Duration

    1 Year

Graduates from a range of subject areas, who wish to add this discipline to their portfolio, have the opportunity to master the technical skills and knowledge required for a career in computing on this course.

You will develop your programming and systems analysis know-how by studying modules such as Object-Oriented Programming and Systems Analysis and Design, while also growing a robust skillset in practical areas including E-Commerce Software and Database Systems and Design.

In your final semester, you will work on your individual project, with the support of an academic supervisor, giving you the opportunity to produce a substantial piece of work on a topic of your choice.

You will be taught by experts from the Centre for Computing and Social Responsibility, which is internationally recognised for applied research expertise, ensuring exposure to the most recent developments in both the theory and practice of modern computing.

You can apply even if you have no previous experience in computing, but you will need to demonstrate some aptitude for logical analysis.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Leicester (Leicestershire)
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The Gateway, LE1 9BH

Start date

SeptemberEnrolment now closed
JanuaryEnrolment now closed

About this course

MSc Computing student, Sravani Jakkula recently underwent her work placement year at Warehouse Control Solutions Limited (WCS) organised through DMUworks between 2018-19 and following graduation went on to successfully secure an internship to work for Deloitte UK.

“It was a wonderful experience to be part of this placement and as I kept updating my LinkedIn profile, I would get job offers from LinkedIn. After my placement I started looking for a summer internship and I secured an internship at Deloitte. I think this shows how the placement has routed my career to the best possible options for me.

You should have the equivalent of a British Honours degree (2:2 minimum) in a relevant subject.

We are happy to consider equivalent qualifications from anywhere in the world.

If English is not your first language an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent when you start the course is essential. English Language tuition, delivered by our British Council accredited Centre for English Language Learning, is available both before and throughout the course if you need it.

Benefit from more than 50 years’ experience of teaching computing and our sector-leading knowledge of social media and mobile technologies, green ICT and privacy and security.

Access specialist computer science laboratories, including a dedicated postgraduate laboratory. We have more than 20 computing laboratories equipped with machines ranging from HP dual-boot and all-in-one computers to specialist machines.

Develop your professional skills by using our range of industry-standard, general purpose and specialist software, eg e-commerce packages.

Learn through a mixture of formal lectures, tutorials and laboratory sessions, ensuring a good balance between theory and practice.

Prepare for a career in computing. Past students are working in roles including systems analyst, programmer, software architect and research and development project leaders for companies such as Hewlett Packard and the NHS.

Meet like-minded people and develop your practical skills with our diverse computing-related societies, including DMU Hackers, an ethical hacking society who meet weekly to share cyber security skills and take part in events and competitions.

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Subjects

  • Object oriented training
  • UML training
  • Computing
  • UML
  • Networks
  • Object-oriented training
  • IT
  • Database
  • Database training
  • E-commerce
  • Teaching
  • Design
  • Project
  • Systems
  • Industry
  • Programming
  • Object oriented Programming
  • Oriented Programming
  • IT Development

Course programme

Course modules

First semester (October to January)
  • Object-Oriented Programming
  • Database Systems and Design
  • Computer Systems and Networks
  • Systems Analysis and Design
Second semester (February to May)
  • Research Methods, Professionalism and Ethics
  • E-Commerce Software
  • E-Commerce Systems
  • Human Factors in Systems Design
Third semester (June to September)
  • Project/dissertation
Teaching and assessments

The course can be studied either full-time over one year or part-time for two to six years, beginning in September each year (a January start date may also be available).

There will be two- or three-week vacations at Christmas and New Year (December/January) and Easter (March/April), and some students also take a brief break in June or July before completing their dissertation.

Teaching includes formal lectures, tutorials and labs. You will also be expected to undertake independent study and research to support your assignments and your dissertation. Assessment will be by various group and individual methods including exams, projects, presentations, written essays and reports.

You will normally be expected to attend a two-week induction to ensure that you are well prepared for the modules taught in the first semester. This course offers a degree of flexibility, and you may have the option to switch over to our Information Systems Management MSc after the first term (subject to approval).

Academic expertise

The Centre for Computing and Social Responsibility is internationally recognised for its applied research expertise. In a world where individuals, businesses and governments increasingly depend on information and communication technologies, this acclaimed research centre is looked to for authoritative advice on their social, organisational and ethical impacts. Our experts collaborate with a range of worldwide partners assessing implications and shaping codes of practice.

You will benefit from our history of more than 50 years of research and teaching in computing and technology, and the expertise of our academic staff.

Additional information

Programme code: G40073

Duration: One year full-time (with optional one-year placement available), 18 months for January starts or two to six years part-time.

Fees and funding: 2021/22 full-time fees for UK students: £8,170 per year. For 2021/22 entry, part-time fees will be £680 per 15 credits.

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