Computing

University of Central Lancashire
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year Computer science

About this course

Delivered in Burnley, our MSc Computing course will equip you with advanced skills in the design and development of computer systems, preparing you for a thriving career in the digital industry.

You’ll enhance your technical skills in programming, systems design and evaluation, project management, and creative problem-solving.

As well as investigating current trends and research, you’ll plan and undertake a substantial computing project of your own choice to showcase your technical skills.

Why study with us

  • You’ll plan, carry out and evaluate a substantial Computing related project where you’ll practice and develop your self-management, communication, critical evaluation, and technical skills.

  • You’ll investigate current trends and research which will help you to develop a systematic approach to software development.

  • To enhance your work experience, we’ll help you with an industrial placement or industry-based project, which will also extend your study time.

    • Study Options

    This course is available in 4 study options:

    Part-time

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Burnley

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 1 Year

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Burnley

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 1 Year

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Preston

    Part-time

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: Preston

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
    2134 Programmers and software development professionals
    2139 Information technology professionals
    3131 IT operations technicians
    2141 Web design professionals
    2133 IT business analysts, architects and systems designers

    Related Courses

    Bioveterinary Sciences

    University of Central Lancashire

    BSc Full-time 2 Years UG Preston

    A-Levels

    BBB

    Mechatronics and Intelligent Machines

    University of Central Lancashire

    MSc Full-time 1 Year PG Preston

    Graphic Design (Cyprus)

    University of Central Lancashire

    BA (Hons) Full-time 4 Years UG Larnaka

    UCAS Points

    96 points

    Course Details

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

    Offered by

    University of Central Lancashire

    Preston

     View university profile
    Visit university website