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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
Treforest Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
FEB
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Duration
18 months
Course summary
Computer science is one of the fastest growing subjects around the world. From its theoretical and algorithmic foundations to cutting-edge development in robotics and intelligent systems, it is a wide field which needs an increasing number of suitably educated individuals to support it.
This computer science masters introduces you to a number of software and hardware technologies and their real world applications.
You’ll learn about abstraction, complexity, evolutionary change, sharing of common resources, security and concurrency.
From system functionality to usability and performance, you’ll also be better placed to solve real-life problems with an understanding of how they affect people’s lives.
Assessment
Assessment is primarily by coursework (94%), varying from a research-style paper or essay to practical assignments.
You will also work on a significant research project of your own choice, where strong independent thinking, critical analysis and project management skills will be important.
Careers
Graduates with an MSc Computer Science will be suitable for roles in software development, database administration, computer hardware engineering, computer systems analysis, computer network architecture, web development, information security analysis, and computer programming and computer networks.
Students who complete computing masters will be educated to a professional standard in a range of fields related to computer science, and will have improved transferable skills including problem solving, communication, team working, effective use of IT facilities and information retrieval.
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£ 15,100per 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
101st
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Campus address
University of South Wales, Llantwit Road, Treforest, Pontypridd, Rhondda, Cynon, Taff, CF37 1DL, Wales
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
86th out of 115 28
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Entry standards
/ Max 235126 55%70th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10067.0 67%95th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 54.09 82%13th
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