MSc Computer Science

The School of Maths and Computer Science has first rate facilities with labs dedicated to the areas you will be studying.  These labs are equipped with up-to-date and some of the latest specialist equipment, and you will be also taught by the specialist staff in those subject areas. As the areas you will be studying are the latest growth areas in the world of Computer Science, and the topics cutting edge and fast moving, the practical and theoretical material you will be presented with, will evolve and change as the subject areas move forward.

At the end of this course you, the student, will be able to:

Display mastery of the principles and practices of advanced Computer Science topics; integrate and apply knowledge and skills to complex problems in a new area or form;

Demonstrate a critical understanding of the concepts and technologies underpinning modern distributed systems, mobile platforms and the internet;

Apply appropriate tools and advanced techniques to develop sophisticated websites and Internet applications;

Make informed judgements on the application of appropriate models and techniques in modern data handling systems;

Demonstrate expertise in software construction and implementation; apply well-chosen techniques and methodologies to generate sophisticated applications through team work;

Conduct research into advanced areas of Computer Science; apply and extend an understanding of the nature of research and development; demonstrate the professional skills required to produce a high-quality deliverable and communicate results clearly through appropriate media.

These fees relate to new entrants only for the academic year indicated for entry onto the course, any subsequent years study may be subject to an annual increase, usually in line with inflation.

A lower second honours degree in Computer Science or equivalent.

A Postgraduate Certificate in Computer Science or a related subject with a minimum of grade C in all modules.

International Applicants

Your qualifications need to be deemed equivalent to the above entry requirements.

• English Language requirements are normally IELTS 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each area (unless otherwise stated) or equivalent accepted qualification English Language Requirements
• For further information relating to overseas qualification please use the following link https://www.wlv.ac.uk/international/our-locations/your-country/

Students comment that the course is challenging and rewarding and can see the relevance to the skills they gain and those required in the real world. Not only is the subject area positively seen by them, but also students comment that they find the staff delivering are not only knowledgeable but are friendly and supportive. They also appreciate the quality and extent of our facilities, and the support open to them both academically and pastorally.

BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT

"Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional."

Postgraduate Loan (Home Fee Status):

You may be able to get a postgraduate student loan from Student Finance England of up to £12,167 to help pay for a Master’s degree. Applications are made through Student Finance England and more information on the regulations and eligibility criteria can be found at Masters Loans gov.uk.

* Any RPL will invalidate your eligibility as you must study a minimum of 180 credits

Changes for EU students:

EU citizens living in the UK with 'settled' status, and Irish nationals living in the UK or Ireland, will still be classified as Home students, providing they meet the usual residency requirements, for more information about EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) click here.

Postgraduate Loyalty Discount:

You can get 20% discount on a taught on-site postgraduate course if you’re a University of Wolverhampton Graduate.

The University offers a generous 20% Loyalty Discount to students progressing from an undergraduate programme to a taught postgraduate programme, where both courses are University of Wolverhampton Awards.

There is no time limit on how long ago you completed your degree as long as this is your first Masters level qualification.

The discount applies to the first year of enrolment only. Students who receive a loyalty discount are not entitled to any further tuition discount or bursary. For full terms and conditions click here.

Self-funded:

If you are paying for the fees yourself then the fees can be paid in 3 instalments: November, January and April. More information can be found by clicking here.

Sponsored - Your employer, embassy or organisation can pay for your Tuition fees:

Your employer, embassy or organisation agrees to pay all or part of your tuition fees; the University will refer to them as your sponsor and will invoice them for the appropriate amount.

We must receive notification of sponsorship in writing as soon as possible, and before enrolment, confirming that the sponsor will pay your tuition fees.

Financial Hardship:

Students can apply to the Dennis Turner Opportunity Fund for help with course related costs however this cannot be used for fees or to cover general living costs.

Charitable Funding:

You might also want to explore the possibility of funding from charitable trusts; please see the following websites Association of Charitable Foundations, Directory of Social Change or Family Action. Most charities and trust funds offer limited bursaries targeted to specific groups of students so you will need to research whether any of them are relevant to your situation.

You can find more information on the University’s Funding, cost, fee and support pages.

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