MSc Advanced Computer Science (with integrated year in industry)
Aberystwyth UniversityAberystwyth, United Kingdom
Course overview
This is a two-year full-time programme. The taught component is identical to MSc Advanced Computer Science (G493), after which you will spend a year working in industry. This course broadens your experience of the tools, methods and techniques used by professional software engineers, and focuses on the application of advanced software engineering, preparing you for responsible positions in the software industry.
Whatever your own previous experience or future aspirations, with this course you will benefit from the marvellous integration of cutting-edge theory and practical application within a world-class department. Recent MSc project topics include machine learning for the internet of things, augmented reality applications for tourism, analysis and management of agricultural emissions data, network intrusion detection and supply chain management.
Key highlights
- Year working in industry after the taught component
- Focus on applying advanced software engineering
- Covers tools, methods and techniques used by professional software engineers
- Combines cutting-edge theory with practical application
- Recent projects include machine learning for the internet of things
- Other projects span augmented reality, network intrusion detection and supply chains
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — to include relevant subject
Scholarships
AberDoc Scholarship
Tuition fees (up to the UK (Home) rate of £5,006 per annum). A maintenance allowance of approximately £20,780 per annum and access to a travel and conference fund (max. £1000 per annum) will also be provided.
AberGrad Scholarship
A £1,000 tuition fee discount is available to Aberystwyth graduates.
Up to £1,000Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship
UK First Honours degree will be eligible for a £3,000 discount; UK Upper Second (2:1) or Lower Second (2:2) degree will receive a £2,000 discount.
Careers this course leads to
- Software Engineer
- Software Developer
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Systems Analyst
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Software Architect
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Aberystwyth University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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