Computing MSc/PG Dip/PG Cert, MSc, PG Cert, PG Dip

De Montfort University, the United Kingdom

Study options for this course

The award	How you will study	Study duration	Course start	Domestic course fees	International course fees
MSc, PG Cert, PG Dip	Full-time	12 - 18 months	January, September	GBP 9000 per year	GBP 17100 per year

About Computing MSc/PG Dip/PG Cert, MSc, PG Cert, PG Dip - at De Montfort University

Graduates from a range of subject areas, who wish to add this discipline to their portfolio, have the opportunity to master the skills and knowledge required for a career in computing and to become leading-edge professionals in business systems analysis and design.

You will develop business information systems development and management skills by studying modules such as Business Analysis and Modelling, Enterprise Architecture and Digital Commerce, while also learning to apply current IT techniques and to assess and adapt to new developments.

In your final semester, you will work on your individual project, with the support of an academic supervisor, giving you the opportunity to produce a substantial piece of work on a topic of your choice.

You will be taught by experts from the Centre for Computing and Social Responsibility, which is internationally recognised for applied research expertise, ensuring exposure to the most recent developments in both the theory and practice of modern computing.

You can apply even if you have no previous experience in computing, but you will need to demonstrate some aptitude for logical analysis.

Key features

Benefit from more than 50 years’ experience in teaching computing and our sector-leading knowledge of social media and mobile technologies, green ICT and privacy and security.
Access specialist computer science laboratories, including a dedicated postgraduate laboratory. We have more than 20 computing laboratories equipped with machines ranging from HP dual-boot and all-in-one computers to specialist machines.
Develop your professional skills by using our range of industry-standard, general purpose and specialist software, e.g. e-commerce packages.
Learn through a mixture of formal lectures, tutorials and laboratory sessions, ensuring a good balance between theory and practice.
Prepare for a career in computing. Past students are working in roles including systems analyst, programmer, software architect and research and development project leaders for companies such as Hewlett Packard and the NHS.
Meet like-minded people and develop your practical skills with our diverse computing-related societies, including DMU Hackers, an ethical hacking society that meets weekly to share cybersecurity skills and take part in events and competitions.

Notes about fees for this course

2023/24 full-time fees for UK students: £9,000 per year.

2023/24 full-time fees for international students: £17,100 per year.

Find out more about course fees and available funding.

Entry requirements

You should have the equivalent of a British Honours degree (2:2 minimum) in a relevant subject.

We are happy to consider equivalent qualifications from anywhere in the world.

English language requirements

If English is not your first language an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each band (or equivalent) when you start the course is essential.

English Language tuition, delivered by our British Council-accredited Centre for English Language Learning, is available both before and throughout the course if you need it.

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