You will study four specialist, advanced units from a regularly updated range on offer. Different units are available from year to year to ensure flexible study patterns. We are a member of the Oracle Academy and highly rated in terms of research. Our supervision and facilities are also excellent. Wide-ranging course units combine with a flexible approach which allows students to undertake practical project work while attending work placements. With one-third of the course project-based, it may be possible to undertake yours in collaboration with an external organisation or within the School. The part-time route is especially suitable if you have industry experience and wish to update your knowledge. Especially useful in the case of missed classes, the online virtual learning environment, Moodle, provides extensive access to lectures, course materials and assessment information. Assessment will be through coursework, examination and dissertation. Placement options Some students undertake practical work for their projects while working in organisations which have offered placement opportunities.

This course will equip you for a range of IT positions in the private and public sectors and is also a good foundation for further study. Our MSc graduates have entered a wide range of industries or gone onto PhDs, including in the School of Computing, Mathematics and Digital Technology.