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Course Level:Postgraduate
Next Start Date: February 2024
Duration: 1 Year
Campus Location: University Square Campus, Luton
Attendance: Full-time | Block delivery

About the course

This course is ideal for those who want to prepare for a career in computer science without the need to focus solely on one particular subject area at this stage.

The course equips you to fully understand the application of computing technology in real-world situations, with study focused at the cutting edge of computational technologies. Subjects range from networking and data modelling to intelligent systems and data mining, and you also complete a MSc Computer Science research project in a subject area of your choice.

You also gain in-depth skills in network management and administration including essential security aspects, grid-computing and fault tolerance.

Intermediate qualifications available:

  • Postgraduate certificate – 60 credits at Master’s level
  • Postgraduate diploma – 120 credits at Master’s level

Why choose this course?

  • The course is offered via block delivery, with six entry points through the academic year so you can start when it most suits you
  • Study in our modern STEM building with staff active in networking and security research
  • Benefit from using the latest specialised computing equipment including virtualised environments
  • Explore and analyse current trends in the continually developing area of internet technologies, working with innovative distributed environments and architectures
    BCS Accredited Degree

Accreditations

  • British Computer Society (BCS), the Chartered Institute for IT

Course Leader - Dr Vitaly Schetinin

Vitaly has obtained a PhD in Machine Learning and worked as a postdoc researcher at the University of Jena in Germany and the University of Exeter. His research has been supported by the UK Leverhulme Trust, EPSRC and recently by the British Council of English language examination in part of AI based fraud detection. The research impact has been developed in assessment of new-born brain development, brain computer interaction, medical imaging, and Heathrow airport traffic management. In particular, the research in trauma survival prediction has demonstrated a significant improvement in reliability of the current technologies used in the US and UK emergency units. Students being engaged in research normally develop a high profile and publish conference papers allowing them to continue study in Imperial, UCL, and other top universities, undertake a PhD study, as well as develop outstanding careers in industry.

 
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The campus where this course is taught

Units

  • Distributed And Parallel Computing Technologies (CIS110-6) Compulsory
  • Intelligent Systems And Data Mining (CIS111-6) Compulsory
  • Msc Project - Computer Science (CIS093-6) Compulsory
  • Network Systems And Administration (CIS114-6) Compulsory
  • Research Methodologies And Project Management (CIS120-6) Compulsory

The assessment strategy used is a balance of written reports, exams, (coursework) assignments and computer-based assessment. The method used will depend on the nature of the subject being taught in the unit, and the most appropriate method has been chosen. Coursework assignments typically incorporate formative feedback so that you can gain an insight into whether your work is meeting the necessary targets. The feedback on your submitted assessments will be provided within 15 working days. The lecturers are expected to take every effort to provide you the feedback as early as possible before the next assessment if any. If you fail an assessment and need to retake or resit the assessment, you can do so in the next available opportunity, which is normally in the assessment week of the next block. If you fail a unit and need to retake this unit, you can do so when the unit is run again.

Reasons to study in the School of Computer Science and Technology

  • Specialist computing suites in our £40m STEM building
  • Our computing courses are BCS and IET accredited
  • Dedicated engineering environments & equipment in our new STEM building
  • Our Engineering courses are IET accredited

Entry Requirements

Applicants should have an undergraduate degree at 2:2 or above.

The University of Bedfordshire warmly welcomes students from all over the world.

Individual courses may vary, but we generally require an undergraduate degree at 2:2 or above. 

To ensure a smooth application process, we have dedicated pages with detailed information about country-specific requirements. You can find information on our generic entry requirements too, if your county is not listed.

English Language

The English Language requirement for this course is 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in any subtest) in IELTS, or an equivalent SELT. Have a look at our webpage for a list of English language qualifications we accept. If you do not have the required level of English for your chosen degree, we offer pre-sessional courses to enhance your language skills before commencing your studies.

We are committed to supporting you every step of the way, so please do not hesitate to reach out to our international admissions team for further assistance. We look forward to welcoming you to our vibrant academic community.

 

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Entry Requirements


Applicants should have an undergraduate degree at 2:2 or above.


The University of Bedfordshire warmly welcomes students from all over the world.

Individual courses may vary, but we generally require an undergraduate degree at 2:2 or above. 

To ensure a smooth application process, we have dedicated pages with detailed information about country-specific requirements. You can find information on our generic entry requirements too, if your county is not listed.

English Language

The English Language requirement for this course is 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in any subtest) in IELTS, or an equivalent SELT. Have a look at our webpage for a list of English language qualifications we accept. If you do not have the required level of English for your chosen degree, we offer pre-sessional courses to enhance your language skills before commencing your studies.

We are committed to supporting you every step of the way, so please do not hesitate to reach out to our international admissions team for further assistance. We look forward to welcoming you to our vibrant academic community.

 

  • A good UK honours degree or equivalent in a computing-related subject.
  • Those applicants who do not have a first degree may be granted entry on the basis of their relevant work experience. Such work experience must total five years or more.

How will this course improve my career prospects?

This course will equip you to pursue a career in the technology domain, developing the practical and business skills necessary for a wide range of careers in IT, from management to high-level web application development or system administration.

IT roles include system/data analyst; programmer; IT project manager; IT consultant; web application developer or manager; database architect; or system administrator.

You can also pursue further research and study in the ever-expanding area of computer science, including through an MSc by Research, MPhil or PhD.

Fees and funding

The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2022/23 is £8,500 per year. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees and living costs. Visit www.gov.uk/postgraduate-loan

Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email admission@beds.ac.uk

The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2022/23 is available at www.beds.ac.uk/intfees

If you have any questions around fees and funding, please email international@beds.ac.uk

The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2023/24 is £9,350 per year. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees and living costs. Visit www.gov.uk/postgraduate-loan

Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email admission@beds.ac.uk

The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2023/24 is £14,600

If you have any questions around fees and funding, please email international@beds.ac.uk

Fees and funding


The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2022/23 is £8,500 per year. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees and living costs. Visit www.gov.uk/postgraduate-loan

Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email admission@beds.ac.uk


The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2022/23 is available at www.beds.ac.uk/intfees

If you have any questions around fees and funding, please email international@beds.ac.uk


The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2023/24 is £9,350 per year. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees and living costs. Visit www.gov.uk/postgraduate-loan

Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email admission@beds.ac.uk


The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2023/24 is £14,600

If you have any questions around fees and funding, please email international@beds.ac.uk

Extra Costs

Find out more about additional costs while studying at Bedfordshire. Click here.

How to Apply

UK students applying for most postgraduate degrees at the University of Bedfordshire should apply direct using our admissions form

How to Apply


UK students applying for most postgraduate degrees at the University of Bedfordshire should apply direct using our admissions form