As the world turns digital, computing expertise is becoming paramount to the success of organisations in every sector. Suitable for graduates from range of subject areas who wish to add this discipline to their portfolio, this course will prepare you for an exciting career in the fast-past computing sector.
Alongside a team of expert academics, you will master the skills and knowledge needed to become a leading-edge professional in business systems analysis and design and meet industry need. You will consider business analysis and modelling, enterprise architecture, digital commerce and human factors while also learning to apply current IT techniques and to assess and adapt to exciting new developments. In your final block of learning, you will have the opportunity to work on an individual project, giving you the opportunity to hone your passions by producing a substantial piece of work on a topic of your choice.
By the time you graduate, you will have the skills and knowledge needed to enjoy a successful career in computing. Students from this course have gone on to obtain a wide range of roles, including systems analyst, programmer, web developer, software architect and research and development project leaders for companies such as Apple, Santander UK. Hewlett Packard and the NHS.
Applicants will normally hold an undergraduate degree at 2:2 or above in a relevant subject.
Relevant subjects include but are not limited to: Business Information Systems, Information Technology, Computing, Data and Information Systems, Information and Communication Technology, Management of Information Systems, Software Engineering, Computer Systems and Networks Engineering, Business Administration, Electronic Engineering with Computer Systems, Computer Systems Engineering, Accounting and Financial Information Systems, Geographical Information Systems, Digital Strategy/Digital Innovation, Computer Systems (Cyber Security), Computer Applications, Computer Science.
MSc Computing student, Sravani Jakkula, undertook a placement year at Warehouse Control Solutions Limited (WCS) organised by our Careers Team and following graduation went on to secure an internship with Deloitte UK.
“It was a wonderful experience to be part of this placement and as I kept updating my LinkedIn profile, I would get job offers from LinkedIn. After my placement I started looking for a summer internship and I secured an internship at Deloitte. I think this shows how the placement has routed my career to the best possible options for me.”
Business Analysis & Modelling — 30 credits
Enterprise Architecture - 30 credits
Digital Commerce — 30 credits
Human Factors, Research and Skills — 30 credits
PGT Project — 60 credits
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