Taught course
Computing and Information Systems
Entry requirements
You will need:
- an undergraduate degree in a cognate subject area
or
- an undergraduate degree in a non-cognate subject area when supplemented by relevant skills and / or experience
or
- degree equivalent professional qualifications, e.g. BCS Graduate Diploma in IT
or
- a HND plus a minimum of three years relevant professional experience
Additional information:
- RPL is accepted on this programme
- IELTS 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each component)
If you have any specific queries, please contact fetadmissions@ljmu.ac.uk
Months of entry
September
Course content
LJMU's Computing and Information Systems MSc focuses on the technological aspects of hardware and software, covering the latest innovations in this subject area.
- Learn from academics active in research
- Carry out a novel research project in an area of your choice
- Benefit from high-quality teaching and excellent learning resources commended by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA)
- Access £6 million state-of-the-art laboratories and teaching facilities
- Look forward to excellent career prospects in areas such as project management, system design and IT management
This MSc in Computing and Information Systems focuses on the technological aspects of hardware and software systems, together with a study of their operational and managerial environment.
Computing and information technology are ever changing. LJMU’s approach ensures that you are kept up-to-date with technical innovations and that you widen your experience, by combining your technical skills with an understanding of information technology and its management.
The course aims to provide you with a fuller, systematic understanding of current and developing computer technologies and help you to: explore the issues surrounding the Management of Information Technology in Business and Industrial contexts and develop expertise in the areas of computer science that you are interested in.
You will become an advanced, autonomous learner with a comprehensive understanding, critical awareness and ability to conduct evaluation of current research issues. You will work with originality in applying analytical, creative, problem solving and research skills and will gain awareness of the advanced, conceptual understanding, underpinning career development, innovation and further study for PhD.
Information for international students
Please note: All international qualifications are subject to a qualification equivalency check via NARIC.
View country specific entry requirements
Contact LJMU's International Admissions Team for guidance on visa information. Further information is also available from our international web pages.
Fees and funding
Please see the course page for more information.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Course Enquiries
- courses@ljmu.ac.uk
- Phone
- 0151 231 5090