MSc Computer Science and Technology with Advanced Practice (Ulster University)
The UK economy is facing a well-documented digital skills gap, costing an estimated £63 billion a year in potential GDP, prompting the Government to launch various initiatives to address this issue, including the designated Institute of Coding and the announcement of a Digital Skills Strategy to make the UK a global tech superpower. Recent estimates predict that by 2025 there will be 3 million new tech vacancies in the UK and 149 million world-wide. The MSc in Computer Science and Technology will provide you with the knowledge and practical experience of the advanced concepts, algorithms, theories and techniques underlying advanced computing systems for a successful career in this booming industry. The course covers leading-edge subjects of programming such as: The compulsory Advanced Practice element of this programme takes place after you have studied the taught modules at the Masters’ stage. Please note if you undertake an internship this may be paid or unpaid. On successful completion of each stage of this programme of study, the duration will be 21 months, according to the following specific intake schedule: Each module is assessed by coursework only. Student and employer needs are reflected in the development of this programme and evidenced in the career destinations and further development of our graduates. Graduates will be prepared for a range of careers across a variety of sectors, with some of the roles including:
The UK economy is facing a well-documented digital skills gap, costing an estimated £63 billion a year in potential GDP, prompting the Government to launch various initiatives to address this issue, including the designated Institute of Coding and the announcement of a Digital Skills Strategy to make the UK a global tech superpower. Recent estimates predict that by 2025 there will be 3 million new tech vacancies in the UK and 149 million world-wide. The MSc in Computer Science and Technology will provide you with the knowledge and practical experience of the advanced concepts, algorithms, theories and techniques underlying advanced computing systems for a successful career in this booming industry. The course covers leading-edge subjects of programming such as: The compulsory Advanced Practice element of this programme takes place after you have studied the taught modules at the Masters’ stage. Please note if you undertake an internship this may be paid or unpaid. On successful completion of each stage of this programme of study, the duration will be 21 months, according to the following specific intake schedule: Each module is assessed by coursework only. Student and employer needs are reflected in the development of this programme and evidenced in the career destinations and further development of our graduates. Graduates will be prepared for a range of careers across a variety of sectors, with some of the roles including:
