Computer Science (Advanced Software Development)

The MSc in Computer Science (Advanced Software Development) aims to produce graduates with the knowledge and skills to develop the complex software solutions that organizations need to compete in the emerging global digital economy.

The target audience is those with an undergraduate qualification in computer science or software development. Students will study advanced technical modules in programming, design, databases, architecture and web development to acquire the technical knowledge needed to practice as software developers working on leading edge development projects. In addition students will be equipped with key professional, technical communications skills needed to practice as a professional in the computing industry.

Specialist Core Modules

• Programming Paradigms: Principles & Practice
• Software Design
• Advanced Databases
• Systems Architectures
• Web Application Architectures
• Secure Systems Development

Critical Skills Core Modules

• Research Writing & Scientific Literature
• Research Methods and Proposal Writing
• Research Project & Dissertation or a Team Project

Option Modules

• Geographic Information Systems
• Universal Design
• Programming for Big Data
• Problem Solving, Communication and Innovation
• Social Network Analysis
• User Experience Design
• Security
• Deep Learning
• Speech & Audio Processing

Students can also take specialist core modules from the Data Science stream as option modules, subject to availability and schedules.

Graduates completing the MSc will be qualified to take up strong technical roles in software development teams in a range of organisations. Specific opportunities include: software developer, software engineer, test engineer, software designer, systems analyst, web developer, technical consultant. 

• Passport
• Grading Scale
• Degree / Date of Completion (Both Original Language & Translated)
• Transcripts for each year of study (Both Original Language & Translated)
• Proof of English Proficiency / Date of Exam
• Up to Date Resume
• Statement of Purpose