Computing Systems, MSc, PGDip

The course addresses commercial topics such as analysis and design, software implementation and computer architecture through practical project-work, and develops the use of programming languages and their environments in the production of new software solutions. These skills are highly applicable to applied software engineering in business and research.

Key Information

Entry requirements

A UK honours degree or equivalent in any numerate subject
Applicants with relevant employment experience or other relevant qualifications will also be considered
International students please see the English language requirements section

Course length

One year FT/two years FT + placement/two years PT

Study location

Clifton campus

Fees and funding

Please see the fees, funding and scholarships section.

Start date

October

Schools

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Overview

By studying Computing Systems at a postgraduate level at Nottingham Trent University, you will learn the high-level skills necessary to pursue a career in software engineering, specifically for industrial and business systems. Both the Postgraduate Diploma and MSc courses address commercially relevant topics such as analysis and design, software implementation and computer architecture. You are also encouraged to take a hands-on approach to developing your skills through practical projects.

There is an increasing demand for individuals who are capable of implementing the new computerised and automated industrial and business processes. Companies are finding it hard to recruit the suitably qualified people who are needed to maintain the cutting-edge status of global business and exploit new technologies. As a result, career prospects for Computing Systems graduates are excellent.

Study routes
Based within the new, purpose-built, £8 million building of the School of Science and Technology, we are able to offer postgraduates the option to study either a Postgraduate Diploma or MSc in Computing Systems.

Both courses aim to produce individuals who have the skills relevant to applied software engineering for computing systems in industry, business and research, and are able to hit the ground running in their chosen careers. On completing these courses, you should be able to use suitable programming languages and their development environments to produce new software solutions.

Contact details
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Course

MSc Computing Systems offers a range of modules including:

Analysis and Design
Computer Systems
Major Project
Research Methods
Software Engineering One
Software Engineering Two
Software Project Management.

Assessment
Analysis and Design, and Computer Systems:

Both these modules are assessed by a combination of 50 per cent coursework and 50 per cent examination.
All other modules are assessed by coursework only.
The project modules are assessed by dissertation and viva voce examination.

How do you study?
The course offers an excellent combination of theoretical studies and practical experience through coursework, assignments, software development, mini projects and the possibility to complete a significant and practical Masters project individually tailored to meet your career aspirations.

Facilities
This course benefits from the excellent facilities and equipment available in the School of Science and Technology.

Careers

The industry-focused nature of this course will ensure that you stand out from the crowd when it comes to job applications and pursuing your future career. Nottingham Trent University graduates are widely respected amongst employers and our Science and Technology students are perceived as having the competitive edge due to the hands-on approach of our teaching.

This course provides the software engineering knowledge and programming skills necessary for a broad range of careers in the industrial and business sectors, and the transferable ICT skills to go with them. This means that you will be highly sought after by employers such as Siemens Communications, or for IT positions within the finance and banking sector, for example.

Placements

Practical work experience can help you in your studies and is often paid. It can enhance your commercial awareness and your ability to link theory and practice which will be an invaluable skill in your future career. Although a work placement is highly recommended, obtaining one is based on an individual's efforts and is not guaranteed.

Length of placement
One year

Placement opportunities
The School is extending its highly successful placement scheme to students of MSc Computing Systems. If you choose this option, you will receive extensive help in obtaining a valuable one-year paid work placement and continued support during the placement period.

For further information please visit our placement website.

How to apply

Click the Apply online button at the top of the page to complete your application.