Computing

University of Huddersfield
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year Computer science

About this course

Enhance your computing skills and information technology (IT) knowledge with an MSc in Computing at The University of Huddersfield. 

This advanced course aims to meet the industry demand for computer science and IT experts with advanced skills and competencies. This course has been designed to: 

  • Develop your skills to make critical enquiries and implement analytical approaches to complex IT practice.

  • Develop further proficiency in the theory and practice of software development, with the opportunity to specialise in advanced areas of software development.

  • Develop the skills to design and construct high quality software systems. 

    You’ll finish our computing course with a deeper understanding of systematic approaches, tools and techniques for systems development and the ability to embed them all within suitable frameworks to enable success. Our aim is to equip you with the skills for fast-tracking your career in IT. 

    Why study Computing at Huddersfield? The IT industry is constantly evolving, and it is now incredibly challenging to keep up with the cutting- edge developments that industry is facing. Our Computing MSc has been designed to prepare you with the skills for work in this rapidly developing sector. 

    This course is fully accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), the Chartered Institute for IT, and by completing it, you will have partially fulfilled the academic requirements for registration as a Chartered IT Professional.

    A vibrant town surrounded by beautiful countryside, Huddersfield is a friendly and diverse place from which study, offering lots of things to do and see.  

    Professional links and accreditations This course is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), the Chartered Institute for the IT Industry. BCS accreditation is awarded to courses that provide a solid foundation in computing. It provides an indicator of quality to you and potential employers. Accreditation is independent recognition that this course meets the high standards set by the IT industry and meets industry needs.

  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
    2139 Information technology professionals
    2141 Web design professionals
    2134 Programmers and software development professionals
    3132 IT user support technicians
    3131 IT operations technicians

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MSc
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1 Year
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Huddersfield
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Computer science