Computing and Information Systems

Liverpool John Moores University
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year Computer science

About this course

LJMU's Computing and Information Systems MSc focuses on the technological aspects of hardware and software, covering the latest innovations in this subject area.

  • Learn from academics active in research

  • Carry out a novel research project in an area of your choice

  • Benefit from high-quality teaching and excellent learning resources commended by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA)

  • Access 6 million state-of-the-art laboratories and teaching facilities

  • Look forward to excellent career prospects in areas such as project management, system design and IT management

    This MSc in Computing and Information Systems focuses on the technological aspects of hardware and software systems, together with a study of their operational and managerial environment.

    Computing and information technology are ever changing. LJMUs approach ensures that you are kept up-to-date with technical innovations and that you widen your experience, by combining your technical skills with an understanding of information technology and its management.

    The course aims to provide you with a fuller, systematic understanding of current and developing computer technologies and help you to: explore the issues surrounding the Management of Information Technology in Business and Industrial contexts and develop expertise in the areas of computer science that you are interested in.

    You will become an advanced, autonomous learner with a comprehensive understanding, critical awareness and ability to conduct evaluation of current research issues. You will work with originality in applying analytical, creative, problem solving and research skills and will gain awareness of the advanced, conceptual understanding, underpinning career development, innovation and further study for PhD.

  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

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

    Course Details

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