This MSc course in advanced computer science offers a specialism combining theoretical knowledge and practical skills. It is taught by a highly-regarded computer science department with strong links to business. Students will study in a brand-new School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science building, opening in 2024. The course includes lectures, seminars, and practical work in well-equipped laboratories. The university also provides a Success and Skills Support Unit and industry mentors.
University of Hertfordshire
MSc Advanced Computer Science with Placement Year
Entry Requirements
- Good Honours Degree in computer science or cognate discipline.
- English proficiency required for non-English applicants, typically demonstrated by recognized IELTS score of 6.0.
Career Prospects
The MSc Advanced Computer Science program equips graduates with specialist skills in computer science, allowing them to pursue careers in areas like programming, artificial intelligence, robotics, and data science. The program also includes an optional one-year industry placement, providing additional industrial experience. Students must maintain an average pass mark of 60% across all modules.
Course Details
Classes consist of lectures, small group seminars, and practical work in our well-equipped laboratories. We use modern, industry-standard software wherever possible. There are specialist facilities for networking and multimedia and a project laboratory especially for masters students. In addition to scheduled classes, you will be expected a significant amount of time in self-study, taking advantage of the extensive and up-to-date facilities. These include the Learning Resource Centres, open 24x7, with 1,500 computer workstations and wifi access, Studynet our versatile online study environment usable on and off campus, and open access to our labs.
Modules
Advanced Computer Science Masters Project - 60 Credits
Preparation for Placement - 0 Credits
Computational Algorithms and Paradigms - 30 Credits
Team Research and Development Project - 15 Credits
Professional Work Placement for MSc Computer Science - 60 Credits
Responsible Technology - 15 Credits
Modules (Optional)
Measures and Models for Software Engineering - 30 Credits
Programming for Software Engineers - 30 Credits
Software Engineering Practice and Experience - 30 Credits
Distributed Systems Security - 30 Credits
Artificial Life with Robotics - 30 Credits
Neural Networks and Machine Learning - 30 Credits
Theory and Practice of Artificial Intelligence - 30 Credits
Foundations of Data Science - 30 Credits
Wireless Mobile and Multimedia Networking - 30 Credits
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