Course summary

This professionally-focused programme gives students whose first degree isn't in computing (or whose computing degree was awarded some time ago), the skills needed to become a practicing IT professional.

• The course will help you to develop integral industry-relevant expertise to become an agile and adaptable computing specialist.

• It includes a variety of teaching methods which will equip you with the core knowledge to become an effective practitioner in the computing industry.

• You will be supported and guided by experienced staff, who will give you a rigorous insight into computer programming and database systems.

• This course provides an opportunity for those whose first degree is not Computing (or whose computing degree was awarded some time ago), to study at a postgraduate level.

• We provide you with specialist, technical skills in the areas of networking, web and mobile development, or professional issues and professional practice.

• You will have the support of research-active experts who will enable you to access, critically appraise and disseminate research results.

• Lectures, tutorials and practical sessions are enhanced with additional, resource-rich, online materials to support your independent learning.

• The course will provide you with a sound basis for further research and/or professional development.