Advanced Computer Science MSc

The MSc in Advanced Computer Science is intended for graduates who already have a first degree in Computer Science or a closely related subject, and who wish to extend the knowledge gained in their undergraduate study with more advanced specialised material reflecting current research at the “cutting-edge” of the discipline. <br/>The programme comprises a sequence of modules focussing on the research strengths of the department. The programme is directed at careers in the IT industry that require a degree of research and development.<br/>BCS The Chartered Institute for IT. This programme is accredited by the British Computer Society:<br/><br/><br/>• CITP (Chartered IT Professional) with Further Learning Elements<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Partial CSci accreditation<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Partial CEng accreditation<br/><br/><br/><br/>This programme is accredited by the British Computer Society:<br/>• CITP (Chartered IT Professional) with Further Learning Elements<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Partial CSci accreditation<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Partial CEng accreditation<br/><br/><br/><br/>This programme is also available as Advanced Computer Science with a Year in Industry MSc. <br/><br/>The programme is organised as two taught semesters followed by an individual project undertaken over the summer. During each semester MSc students study a number of modules adding up to 60 credits per semester (120 in total). This will be followed by a dissertation, also 60 credits, making an overall total of 180 credits.