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University College Birmingham: Computer Science

Institution University College Birmingham
Department Computing and Digital - PG
Web https://www.ucb.ac.uk
Study type Taught

Summary

OVERVIEW From accessing the internet to using apps and engaging in digital communications, our business and personal lives are now hugely reliant on technology, with the tech industry now estimated to make up over a third of the total world market. If you want to advance in this ever-expanding field, our Computer Science postgraduate course will put you in prime position to pursue a dynamic career in the digital world.

Our computing master’s course explores an array of current core topics for working in the IT industry. You will explore areas including artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, web engineering, object-oriented programming, databases, networks and human-computer interaction (HCI). In the process, you will also learn to develop and apply vital problem-solving attributes, behaviours and competencies towards planning and implementing IT solutions.

Opportunities to gain practical skills and experience are built into our Computer Science master's course, from studying in our cutting-edge Cyber Security Lab and other IT facilities on campus to undertaking an optional 12-week industry placement. By completing the course, you can open the doors to careers in anything from software and web development to cyber security, systems analysis or IT project management, opening up a wealth of possibilities for your future in this field.

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE? - Practical application – Develop your practical computing skills in our excellent IT facilities including a dedicated Cyber Security Lab

  • Work placement (MSc only) – Complete an optional 12-week placement in the IT sector to boost your experience and industry connections during your studies

  • In-depth research – Explore a topic within computing and technology in depth by conducting your own master’s research project

  • Award-winning university – Study at the highest-ranking university in the region according to student choice (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023)

FACILITIES As a student on our postgraduate computing course, you will have access to cutting-edge IT facilities on campus, including our purpose-built Cyber Security Lab. Located in Camden House, the lab provides a controlled environment enabling students to experiment and experience a range of cyber security scenarios safely using a discrete network.

Students on our postgraduate courses also have exclusive access to our dedicated postgraduate suite in McIntyre House, providing study and meeting spaces, PCs and other facilities.

PLACEMENTS Our course features the option of a 12-week placement prior to the commencement of your research project.

Note: Students on the PGDip course, or those planning to top-up from a PGDip to a master's degree, will not be eligible for a placement during the course.

CAREERS AND PROGRESSION Examples of careers you could pursue following this course: - Software developer

  • Web developer

  • Systems analyst

  • Computer security consultant

  • Database administrator (DBA)

  • IT project manager

Please refer to our website www.ucb.ac.uk for the latest updates to this course

MSc

Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip

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