MSc Information Systems

The University of Portsmouth MSc Information Systems course prepares students for jobs and expert roles in the technology world. This programme helps students understand both how businesses work and how technology operates. In this course, students will look closely at complex problems and come up with solutions for business and technology.

In this course, you will learn to both set up and make databases better by using web programming. You will also use what they learn to solve real business problems. The course material comes from an industry advisory group and is taught by teachers who work with technology companies. It will take you one year to do the full course, and two years if you study part-time. The learning approach is practical, and your progress is assessed through projects and portfolios.

The University of Portsmouth is known for its commitment to academic excellence and provides an excellent academic environment where students can pursue their educational goals. The university offers many different courses for both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across various disciplines, including Medicine, Law, Engineering, Business, and the Arts. 

The MSc Information Systems is amongst the many different advanced courses available to students who want to further their knowledge and skills. The university also provides career support through its Careers and Employability Centre, offering networking events, advice, and assistance for starting a business.

To be enrolled, applicants need to submit a personal statement and a relevant academic and/or employer reference. They also have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements: 

• Applicants need a second-class honours degree in a relevant subject such as Computer Science, Business, or Social Sciences. They can also submit an equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications may be considered.

English Proficiency: 

• If English is not your primary language, you will need a minimum IELTS band of 6.0 with no individual score below 5.5 is necessary, or submit an equivalent test score, like PTE.

For international students taking the MSc Information Systems at the University of Portsmouth, the full-time tuition fee is £19,200.

There are various funding possibilities available to support students at the University of Portsmouth, and one such scholarship opportunity is the Government Postgraduate Master's Loan for UK students. The university also offers other scholarships and bursaries for both UK and international students, helping to make the programme more accessible.

Graduates of this course transition into roles such as:

• Business Intelligence Developer
• Finance Officer
• Software Test Analyst
• Computing Professional
• IT Consultant
• Systems Analyst

International students can apply for this course through the university’s application portal. Our trained counsellors are available to assist you.