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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
Cathays Park Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
30-SEP-26
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Duration
1 Year
Course summary
This MSc Computing offers students from diverse career and subject areas a balance of software engineering skills and technical abilities required for a career in Software Development. Through this one-year programme you will get a first-hand understanding of the vital problem-solving role of software, the interdisciplinary opportunities available, and what computational systems can achieve. Through a gentle introduction and intensive support, you will be introduced to programming skills using important languages such as Java and Python. Emphasis is placed on handling data and you will develop essential skills in SQL (Structured Query Language) for advanced database functionality using industry standard products such as Oracle™. A choice of taught optional modules allows you to further develop skills in areas of your choice. Graduates from these programmes will be ideally placed for employment in the computing industry or for careers requiring a combination of their graduate discipline with computing expertise. Career prospects - Recent graduates have gained employment in roles such as software developers, systems analysts, business analysts, IT consultants, and support engineers. MSc Computing graduates are employed by organisations of all sizes locally, nationally, and internationally. For example, recent graduates have taken up positions with local NHS Trusts, Logica, Sun Microsystems, BT, and the National Library of Medicine in the USA, as well as undertaking further doctoral study.
Tuition fees
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£ 31,700per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information

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University League Table
22nd
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Campus address
Cardiff University, PO Box 921, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3XQ, Wales
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
25th out of 117 7
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Entry standards
/ Max 223152 68%33rd
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10091.0 91%25th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 52.90 73%92nd
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