| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-23 | - |
| 2025-01-27 | - |
Program Overview
The MSc Computer Science (Business Computing) program equips students with expertise in business computing technologies, including Oracle, SQLserver, and AWS. The program offers a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills, preparing graduates for careers in business analysis, enterprise systems analysis, and data science. Students benefit from industry accreditation, optional AWS certification, and a dissertation project that allows them to specialize in a chosen field.
Program Outline
Outline:
Overview:
The MSc Computer Science (Business Computing) program focuses on the application of computing technologies in business operations. The program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to become experts in Oracle, SQLserver, Data Warehouses, AWS, SAP, and NOSQL, etc. The program also includes industry accreditation from BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT.
Modules:
The program consists of 8 core modules and a dissertation project. The core modules cover various topics, including:
- Data Storage for Business
- Project and Change Management
- Business Analytics
- Database Management and Security
- Enterprise Systems Analysis Modelling Design
- Managing Emerging Technologies
- Research Methods And Dissertation Proposal
- Advanced Project Management & Entrepreneurship
Dissertation:
The dissertation project is the final project of the program and allows students to specialize in a chosen field of business computing.
Study Options:
The program can be studied full-time, part-time, or via distance learning. The full-time option takes 13 months to complete, while the part-time and distance learning options take 17 and 22 months, respectively.
- Students may leave the program with a lower award (PgCert or PgDip) if they complete the required credits but not the full MSc program.
- The program is designed to provide students with the academic and professional skills required for lifelong learning and development.
- The program includes optional opportunities to gain Amazon Web Services certification.
Assessment:
Assessment Methods:
The program utilizes various assessment methods, including:
- Essays
- Exams
- Portfolios
- Research Papers
- Practice assessments
Assessment Format:
The format of the assessment varies depending on the module.
- Academic Skills Team
- Student Inclusion Services
- Feedback from Tutors
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
The program utilizes various teaching methods, including:
- Lectures
- Problem-based learning
- Group work
- Workshops
- Independent learning
Faculty:
The program is taught by staff with experience in both academia and industry.
Unique Approaches:
The program uses a blended learning approach, incorporating traditional teaching methods with online resources and technologies.
Careers:
Career Paths:
Graduates of the program can pursue careers in various fields, including:
- Business Analyst
- Enterprise Systems Analyst/Consultant
- Systems Analyst
- Solution Architect
- Data Analyst
- IT Consultant
- Data Scientist
Other:
Facilities:
The program has access to various facilities, including:
- Networking Labs
- Data Analytics Software
- Online Library
- Support Services
- The program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to be successful in the ever-changing field of business computing.
- The program emphasizes the importance of industry connections and provides opportunities for students to network with potential employers.
- The program is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
A. UK Qualifications:
- An undergraduate honours degree (minimum 2.2 classification) from a UK University or the international equivalent.
- Applicants who lack the above qualifications but have significant appropriate experience may be considered. The University will assess your ability to respond to the challenges of postgraduate work.
International Qualifications:
- An undergraduate honours degree (equivalent to a UK 2.2 classification) or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. A minimum score of IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 550 (213 computer-based) is typically required.
Additional notes:
- The University may consider other factors, such as relevant work experience, research experience, and references, when making admission decisions.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate their proficiency in English to ensure they can succeed in the program.
- The minimum required scores for various English language tests are as follows:
- IELTS: 6.0 overall, with no sub-score below 5.5
- TOEFL: 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based), 80 (internet-based)
- PTE Academic: 56 overall, with no sub-score below 50
- Pearson PTE Home: 59 overall, with no sub-score below 54
- TOEIC: 785 overall, with 750 in reading and listening, and 785 in writing and speaking
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) with a score of 169 overall, with no sub-score below 162
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) with a score of 180 overall, with no sub-score below 162
- Applicants who have completed a degree taught and assessed in English from a recognized institution may be exempt from the English language proficiency requirement.
- The University offers support for students who need to improve their English language skills.
