Cloud Computing MSc

    Cloud Computing MSc

    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 42,630 / year(s)
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
    Cloud Computing MSc

    About

    Overview

    Cloud computing is revolutionising the way that large, and often complex, datasets are stored and analysed.

    Our Cloud Computing MSc focuses on both theory and practice so you can understand and implement cloud computing applications. You'll cover key subjects such as:

    • advanced object-oriented programming
    • data mining
    • big data analytics

    You'll develop both your technical and professional skills to underpin personal development and future career success. Our comprehensive research training provides a basis for PhD study.

    This is a demanding and rewarding course. We have close links to research with the:

    Our cloud computing research also has links with companies such as Red Hat and Hewlett-Packard. They often employ our graduates and offer summer project internships to students.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Typically we recognise the following in a Bachelors degree:

    • 3.5/4.0 or 4.25/5.0 (85%) as comparable to a 1st Class
    • Minimum GPA of 3.75/5.0 (75%) as comparable to a 2.1
    • 3.5/5.0 or 2.8/4.0 (70%) as comparable to a 2.2

    Admissions criteria may vary depending on the course you are applying for, please check course specific entry requirements.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS:

    Applicants whose first language is not English require a minimum score of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent including 5.5 in each of the four elements of the test.

    TOEFL:

    79 overall (with a minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking, and 17 in writing)

    Pearson:

    Pearsons 65 overall (with a minimum of 59 in all sub-skills).

    Duolingo:

    115 overall with no subskill below 100

    Career

    Your future

    Careers

    You'll develop both your technical and professional skills to underpin personal development and future career success.

    Our graduates have an excellent record of finding employment. Recent examples include:

    • Software Engineer at IBM UK
    • Software Developer at Red Hat
    • Java Developer at National Health Service (NHS)
    • Information and Technology Portfolio Consultant at Petroleum Development Oman

    Further study

    Our comprehensive research training provides a basis for PhD study, offering a robust foundation in both theoretical and applied aspects of Cloud Computing. As a graduate, you'll be prepared to pursue advanced research opportunities and contribute to the academic community through doctoral programs.

    Industry links

    Benefit from a decade-long partnership with Red Hat, the worlds leading open source solutions provider. Learn directly from industry professionals co-located at Newcastle University's Red Hat Cloud Research Centre.

    You can leverage strong connections with industry partners like Red Hat for potential internships and job offers. Join a pipeline of graduates who have secured positions in top tech companies.

    Our Careers Service

    Our Careers Service is one of the largest and best in the country, and we have strong links with employers. 

    Visit our Careers Service website

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    42,630 / year(s)
    Cloud Computing MSc
    Newcastle University
    Newcastle University
    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Newcastle upon Tyne

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