Course summary
This course not only offers a balance between advanced computer science theory and practical experience, but has a very strong focus on contemporary research. Practical work is an important part of every module and the School of Science and Technology has strong links within the industry, including company giants such as Microsoft and Siemens. The university is very active in the exploration of a number of key areas within computer Science which you will have the opportunity to focus upon during your studies and individual research project. These include, but are not limited to human-computer interaction, artificial intelligence, ubiquitous computing, functional programming, algorithmic biology, and image and video analysis. This course is designed for those students who have previously studied computing at university level and are looking to develop an advanced mastery of the subject.
Modules
Advanced Topics in Computer Science (30 credits) - Compulsory Software Development (30 credits) - Compulsory Blockchain Development (15 credits) - Compulsory Cyber and Information Security (15 credits) - Compulsory Cross Platform Application Development (15 credits) - Compulsory Data Visualisation (15 credits) - Compulsory Individual Project (60 credits) - Compulsory
Assessment method
Although there will be some tests as part of the programme assessment, there will be no written exams. You will be assessed entirely through coursework, presentations, reports, learning logbooks, practical software development assignments and group assignments. You will receive regular feedback on your work throughout the course. For your independent project and dissertation, you will plan, conduct and critically evaluate an analytical study. You will be assessed on your research proposal, written dissertation and a viva voce exam, in which you’ll justify and reflect on your work, and discuss possible further developments.
Entry requirements
We normally require a 2:2 honours degree or above in computer science. We can also consider an alternative science or engineering degree in addition to a minimum of five years' work experience in an appropriate role such as a software developer. Entry requirements listed are accurate at the time of publishing and vary between programmes. Please check your chosen course page for specific entry requirements. Depending on your chosen course, we also consider a combination of qualifications. The latest entry requirements can be found on the course page at: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/computer-science We have a personalised admissions approach in which we make fair, but aspirational offers to our applicants. We feel it’s important that you continue to aim high and achieve great results. If you don’t quite make the grades you hoped to, we’ll look at more than your qualifications when making our final decision. We’ll take into consideration any barriers you may have faced in your learning, especially with potential disruption due to the coronavirus, your achievements in other areas and your personal statement. At Middlesex, we’ll always aim to be as flexible as possible. We pride ourselves on how we recognise potential in our applicants, and support them to succeed in the future.
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | With at least 6.0 in each component |
TOEFL (iBT) | 87 | With at least 21 in listening & writing, 22 in speaking and 23 in reading |
PTE Academic | 58 | With at least 51 in all components |
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
Middlesex University
Hendon Campus
The Burroughs
Barnet
NW4 4BT