Information & Technology - MSc

Course content

This flexible masters programme allows you to choose from a range of modules in areas such as information systems, computing and creative technologies. You can design an individual programme of study tailored to your own specific areas of interest, prior experience and career aspirations. You will be given guidance on your module selection as they vary in their technical nature and practical or theoretical focus.

You can choose three modules for the postgraduate certificate, six modules for the postgraduate diploma and six modules plus the two core modules for the MSc.

Core modules

• Research practice
  Develops your awareness of the methods and skills which are required in order to carry out Masters level research successfully, and enables you to reflect critically on your own development in the context of your chosen programme of study.
• Dissertation
  The dissertation provides you with the opportunity to engage in research and advanced scholarship in a subject area that is appropriate to your course but of your own choosing.
• Other modules
  As detailed above, you can choose from the following modules:
  • Database Design & Implementation
  • E-Commerce Application Development
  • Information Systems Modelling
  • Information Systems Management & Quality
  • Information Society & Information Economy
  • Information Knowledge & Management
  • Innovation
  • Interaction Design & Evaluation
  • Digital Media Communications
  • IT Infrastructure
  • Linux: RHA
  • Mobile & Wireless Communications
  • Network Management
  • VoIP
  • Wireless Network Applications
  • Design Patterns for WAD
  • Web Software Engineering
  • Mobile Application Development
  • Developing Green IT Strategies*
  • Green Computing Technologies*
  • Responsibly Green*
  • Sustainable Computing*
  • 3D Computer Technologies
  • Creative Music Production
  • Creative Sound Design
  • Digital Imaging
  • Gameplay
  • Interactive Environments
  • Video, Post Production & Special FX
  • Studio & Location Sound
  • Creative Technologies Context

Please note this list is not exhaustive and modules may change from time to time. If you would like further information relating to this course, please contact us.

Benefits of studying this course

The course has strong links with industry to ensure content is kept relevant to the needs of the sector. Guest lecturers are invited to speak and there is involvement with industry related events. Students are encouraged to engage with our external clients for their final projects.

Future opportunities

Graduates can look forward to a wide range of career opportunities in the field of internet enterprise, software development and information systems. Possible job titles include: Web Developer, Web Designer, Web Master, User Interface Designer, Internet Security, PHP Developer, JSP Developer, Systems Developer, IT Project Managers, Computer sales support, Database Developer, Data and Management Information Specialists, as well as management of internet technologies. Employability is enhanced through our contacts with industry, our Careers Advice Service as well as providing students with up-to-date knowledge and skills relevant to the needs of the sector.

Entry requirements

All applicants should possess either an honours degree or a professional qualification or equivalent, significant work experience (typically a minimum of three years) with skills and knowledge comparable to those gained from an honours degree.

Key Facts

Course code: MSCIT
Place of study: Headingley Campus
Start date: September or January
Length of study: Full-time 1 year, part-time 2 years
IELTS scores: 6.0 with no skill below 5.0 (or equivalent)

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