Master in Computer Science Course | Northumbria

Whilst studying our MSc in Computer Science you will develop broad knowledge and skills in the main areas such as web development, computer networks and database modelling.

Whether you are looking for a brand new challenge or to further refine your existing knowledge and expertise, this degree will help you on your way to a high earning career in computer science. This programme welcomes those without an undergraduate degree in Computing. Graduates are expected to work in a number of career opportunities across a wide range of specialist computing areas. This will include software engineering, systems analysis and design, computer networks, database development and management, software testing and project management. Graduates have also set themselves up as IT consultants, or joined existing consultancy firms.

Designed in consultation with partners from industry, you will develop the most up-to-date computing knowledge, tailor-made to fulfil employment demand. This master’s course is accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.

Throughout the duration of your course you will have access to our state-of-the-art facilities. This includes our new Computer and Information Sciences building, where you will have access to dedicated IT systems evenings and weekends.Our equipment is industry leading and absolutely state of the art, meaning that you will graduate familiar with industry standard equipment. Take a virtual tour of the computer science facilities here.