Computer Science (Software Engineering)
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Entry requirements
The minimum entry requirement for this MSc is a second class honours in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related subject. This should include programming in a language like Java, C or C++. Sometimes it may be possible to substitute industrial experience (supplemented by preliminary study) for these academic qualifications.
Months of entry
September
Course content
The Department of Computer Science at Aberystwyth has a strong research focus on techniques and applications of intelligent systems, working with many major companies. Our taught Masters degrees draw on this focus, and link to the expertise and interests of the Department. They are designed to meet the needs of both students wanting a foundation for a career in research, and those wanting to expand on their skills to accelerate their industrial career.
Contemporary software is frequently developed to function in distributed systems. Applications are deployed across multiple computers, interacting to provide services and to solve problems in a distributed way. This Masters course is suitable for students intending to pursue a career in the software industry, and is a qualifying Masters Degree for Chartered Engineer status. It can also lead to a career in research.
The course in Software Engineering is a full-time programme, taught over one year, and is divided into two parts over three semesters. In part one, you will establish a breadth of necessary skills in a number of core modules whilst directing your own study by choosing specialist modules, worth a total of 120 credits. In part two, you will apply your learning in the individual dissertation worth an additional 60 credits.
Previous study topics have included:
- Transmission of MIDI music over internet connection;
- Designing a network intrusion detection system;
- Online results and statistics using web service technology;
- Supply chain management system applications;
- Prototype railway track measurement system.
Whatever your own previous experience or future aspiration, with this course you will benefit from the marvellous integration of cutting-edge theory and practical application, within a world-class department.
Information for international students
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Fees and funding
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Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- part time24 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- PGDip
- part time21 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- full time9 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- PGCert
- full time5 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- part time17 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Assessment
Assessment | What kind of work will I be doing? (proportionally) |
---|---|
Written/ formal examinations | 34 |
Written coursework / continuous assessment | 33 |
Dissertation | 33 (15000 words) |
Course contact details
- Name
- Dr Edel Sharratt
- cs-pg-admissions@aber.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44 (0)1970 622232