MSc
Computing

• provides an opportunity for postgraduate study for those whose first degree is not in computing
• provide specialist, technical skills in the areas of networking, or web and mobile development, or Professional Issues and Professional Practice;
• produce practitioners with an advanced understanding of and competence with, the hardware and software available and/or needed for the development and use of computer systems
• enable students to access, critically appraise and disseminate research results
• Lecture/tutorial and practical sessions are enhanced with additional, resource-rich, online materials allowing you to continue independent learning through a variety of approaches
• provides students with a sound basis for further research and/or professional development.

As with most masters programmes this has 2 parts, a taught part followed by a dissertation. Students study 6 modules of 20 credits each, followed by a 60 credit dissertation, making a total of 180 credits. 

Modules

• COM742 Postgraduate Study & Research Methods
• COM739 Networking Hardware and Software
• COM744 Security and Risk Management
• COM736 Database Systems and Analytics
• COM701 Software Development - Object-Oriented Programming
• COM745 Technological Horizon-Scanning
• COM738 Dissertation

The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review, so may be subject to change.

The standard entry requirement for the MSc programme is an Honours Degree of at least 2:2 classification or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard in a subject other than Computer Science. In some cases applicants with substantial commercial or industrial experience can be accepted, subject to interview and references.

If you are an international student please visit the countries pageand select your country to see the relevant academic and English language entry requirements.

If you have any questions or would like further information about this course, entry requirements or application process, please contact our Admissions and Enquiries Team.

Applying for the course

If you are applying as a home or European Union student, you should make your application electronically through the direct application form.

A paper version is available upon request from the Admissions and Enquiries Team.

If you are applying as an International Student, you should make your application through our online application system, Centurus. You will also be able to track your application status and receive your offer letter and CAS letter here.

ALL TAUGHT MODULES ARE 20 CREDITS

TYPICALLY Module duration (total hours) = 200 hrs

Scheduled learning and teaching hours = 21 hrs

Guided independent study = 179 hrs

Postgraduate Study & Research Methods

• Coursework - 40% - 1500 words
• Coursework - 60% - 2000 words

Networking Hardware and Software

• Coursework - 50% - 2000 words
• In-class test - 20%
• Practical – 30%

Networking Techniques & Technologies

• Coursework - 50% - 2000 words
• In-class test - 20%
• Practical – 30%

Database Systems and Analytics

• Coursework - 50%
• Coursework - 50% - 3000 words

Software Development - Object Oriented Programming

• Coursework - 50% - Programming Assignment
• Coursework - 50% - Programming Assignment

Technological Horizon-Scanning

• Coursework - 70% - 3000 words
• Presentation - 30%

Dissertation

• Research Proposal - 10% - 2,000 words
• Dissertation - 90% - 15,000 to 20,000 words

Successful completion of the course enables you to put greater focus on your future career in the field of Computing or the educational paths. You will have the knowledge and competence necessary to continue to develop professionally in the workplace. You might take the opportunity to progress to higher-level academic investigation.

It is expected that you will be able to gain employment at higher technical and managerial levels, develop particular specialist technical and consultative skills, and be capable of embarking upon Doctoral level study.

The Careers & Zone at Wrexham Glyndŵr University is there to help you make decisions and plan the next steps towards a bright future. From finding work or further study to working out your interests, skills and aspirations, they can provide you with the expert information, advice and guidance you need.

The fees you pay and the support available may depend on a number of different factors. Full information can be found on

our fees & finance pages.

You can see the full programme specification here.