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Computing & Information Technology at Cardiff Metropolitan University - UCAS

Cardiff Metropolitan University

Degree level: Postgraduate
Awarded by: Cardiff Metropolitan University (Prifysgol Metropolitan Caerdydd)

Computing & Information Technology (Taught)

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Course summary

This Master's degree in Computing & Information Technology will equip you with the competences to manage converging information technologies in order to meet business management goals. Your learning will be directly applicable to the modern workplace, where technology is ubiquitous and essential to maintain a competitive edge. Modules in project management, with an emphasis on technology and risk, provide a solid grounding before moving on to address the increasingly important information security and data analysis. Business processes are covered, as well as key information management tools. Possible exit points - MSc/PgD/PgC

Modules

Compulsory modules: Technology Project Management (20 credits) This module aims to foster in students a critical appreciation of project management principles and practices in preparation for when they will manage - or be managed via - technology projects. Advances in IT Management (20 credits) This module aims to give students a thorough overview of current and developing information technology (IT) management practises. Business Process Analysis (20 credits) This module is designed to enable the student to develop a critical appreciation of a range of business process analysis approaches and to explore key contemporary issues regarding their application in organisations. Research & Professional Practice (20 credits) The aim of this module is to equip the student with the skills, knowledge and techniques necessary to produce a dissertation with a research or technical focus. Information Security (20 credits) This module aims to provide an insight into the implementation of data security in computer systems and to encourage students to appreciate the practical and theoretical management principles associated with information security. Data Analytics & Visualisation (20 credits) This module provides students with hands-on experience with public datasets or user-generated data, focusing on historical, current, and predictive data analysis. Technology Dissertation (40 credits) The aim of the technology project is for the student to apply knowledge, skills and techniques developed during directed and independent study to solve a real world technology related project. The technology project may take the form of an in-depth research project or the development of a computer system. Programming for Data Analysis (20 credits) The aim of this module is to help students to develop an understanding of programming and problem-solving strategies, as well as to develop, analyse and critically assess solutions to real-world data analysis problems. To obtain an MSc degree, you must follow and successfully complete a total of 180 credits. PgC (60 credits) and PgD (120 credits) may be awarded as stand-alone or exit awards.

Assessment method

Assessments take the form of individual or group coursework, research based assignments, practical assessments, presentations, reports, and a dissertation.


Entry requirements

Applicants should meet one of the following: Possess, or expect to obtain, an undergraduate honours degree or equivalent with a minimum of 2:2 classification. Hold a suitable professional qualification from an appropriate professional body. Relevance shall be determined by the Programme Director with reference to the applicant's transcript, and, if required, via an interview.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Republic of Ireland £1225 Module
England £1225 Module
Northern Ireland £1225 Module
Scotland £1225 Module
Wales £1225 Module

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

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Computing & Information Technology at Cardiff Metropolitan University - UCAS