Computing - MSc/PgD/PgC 

Course Overview

This broad programme enables students to develop their skills in a range of computing areas.

Course Content

The programme has nine taught modules:

Four foundational 10 credit modules:

  • Technology Adoption
  • Technology Project Management
  • Legal Applications in Technology
  • Team Software Development Project

Four specialist 20 credit modules:

  • Requirements Engineering
  • Object-Oriented Programming
  • Architectures and Operating Systems
  • Plus one option from the MSc Mobile Technologies programme

In addition, one 20 credit module, 'Research Methods for Technology Dissertations' is undertaken in preparation for the self-managed element.

120 credits from these may result in the award of PgD; 60 credits from these may result in the award of PgC. The MSc requires all nine modules and completion of a 40 credit project.

Career Potential

This programme is broad in scope, enabling a student to enhance their existing skills in anticipation of meeting the increasing commercial demand for advanced computing graduates.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should have a Honours degree at least 2:2 or its equivalent in a relevant area e.g. Computing, Information Systems or an appropriate Engineering specialism

Key Facts

Campus: Llandaff

School: Cardiff School of Management

Course Length:
MSc: minimum one year full-time or two years part-time
PgD: minimum two years part-time
PgC: minimum one year part-time


Assessment:
Assessment is by coursework, including written assignments and presentations, and examination.

How to Apply:
Applications for this course should be made direct to the university. For further information please visit our How to Apply pages at www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/howtoapply

Selection Procedure:
Selection for this course is through an application form and where necessary an interview.

Contact Us

For general enquiries please contact the Student Recruitment Team on 029 2041 6044 or email courses@cardiffmet.ac.uk

For course specific enquiries, please contact the programme leader, Dr Simon Thorne:
Telephone No: +44(0)29 2041 6398
Email Address: sthorne@cardiffmet.ac.uk

See Also:
Cardiff School of Management Website