MSc Computer Science

Module: 7CI019

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

The module aims to equip you with the skills necessary to design and build appropriate database systems to support a range of applications and assess developments in database technology in terms of concurrency control, query optimisation, and the maintenance of data integrity, availability and security

Module: 7ET023

Credits: 60

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

The MSc Dissertation enables you to undertake an in-depth individual research project in an area directly linked to your subject area and interests. This will ensure that you undertake scholarly work that further develops an aspect of the taught material and thereby contributes to your personal development and training towards professional practice. This module evidences your transformation from undergraduate to master’s level achievement through the process and production of a recognised research output in your subject area.

Module: 7CC003

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

This module provides you with the skills necessary to design and implement distributed and mobile systems. It has a strong practical content, and includes work with examples of mobile, wireless and embedded devices.

Module: 7CC002

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

This module aims to build upon your knowledge and experience of project management and the building of quality software, through team-based activities and the completion of a “live” software development exercise. As an important member of the project team, you are expected to contribute to its success in areas such as the use and application of one or more key tools, techniques and methods.

Module: 7CC012

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

Gain a good understanding of the issues, tools, techniques and technologies, in developing for mobile environments, approaches to handling these issues, and the skills necessary in developing for contemporary mobile computing platforms

Module: 7CC009

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

By studying this module you will develop the personal and professional skills required to design and undertake research in your chosen subject area at post graduate level. You will also consider professional conduct and the social, legal and ethical implications related to the profession in-line with BCS guidelines.

Module: 7CC005

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

You will use a range of tools to build a web application using modern technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, Ajax and Web Services, and reflect on new advances made in the field of web development in the areas of accessibility, semantic and mobile-friendliness.

Module: 7CS013

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Optional

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

This module will enable students to gain valuable industrial experience by undertaking a development task associated with a short work placement. A portfolio will be used to gather records of the tasks undertaken and experienced gained.

Module: 7CC002

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Optional

Locations: Wolverhampton City Campus

This module aims to build upon your knowledge and experience of project management and the building of quality software, through team-based activities and the completion of a “live” software development exercise. As an important member of the project team, you are expected to contribute to its success in areas such as the use and application of one or more key tools, techniques and methods.

The School of Maths and Computer Science has first rate facilities with labs dedicated to the areas you will be studying. These labs are equipped with up-to-date and some of the latest specialist equipment, and you will be also taught by the specialist staff in those subject areas. As the areas you will be studying are the latest growth areas in the world of Computer Science, and the topics cutting edge and fast moving, the practical and theoretical material you will be presented with, will evolve and change as the subject areas move forward.

Not only will you have the technical skills learnt from the subject matter delivered, but you will also be encouraged to independently synthesize information and novel ideas in specific areas of Computer Science, and to evaluate or argue alternative approaches. These soft skills are essential to success and will set you on the path of Chartered Engineer. The course has been designed to promote a professional attitude in students looking for a career in Computer Science, and thus enhance the employment prospects of the students.

Location Mode Fee Year Home/EU Full-time £6400 per year 2020-21 Home/EU Part-time £3200 per year 2020-21 Home Full-time £6550 per year 2021-22 Home Part-time £3275 per year 2021-22 International Full-time £13350 per year 2020-21 International Full-time £13950 per year 2021-22

These fees relate to new entrants only for the academic year indicated for entry onto the course, any subsequent years study may be subject to an annual increase, usually in line with inflation.

A lower second honours degree in Computer Science or equivalent.

A Postgraduate Certificate in Computer Science or a related subject with a minimum of grade C in all modules.

International Applicants

Your qualifications need to be deemed equivalent to the above entry requirements.

• English Language requirements are normally IELTS 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each area (unless otherwise stated) or equivalent accepted qualification
• Please use the following link to see the range of English Language Pre-Sessional courses and related Pre-Masters courses offered by the University of Wolverhampton International Academy.
• For further information relating to overseas qualification please use the following link

Students comment that the course is challenging and rewarding and can see the relevance to the skills they gain and those required in the real world. Not only is the subject area positively seen by them, but also students comment that they find the staff delivering are not only knowledgeable but are friendly and supportive. They also appreciate the quality and extent of our facilities, and the support open to them both academically and pastorally.

BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT

Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional